Hotel Maintenance Pro: Ensure Guest Comfort & uptime

Commonwealth-Lodging-Management-LL; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Lodging Management is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in Norfolk to support hotel engineering operations and preventive maintenance. You will assist trades, manage tools, and help ensure guest safety and comfort.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in maintenance, basic computer skills, and a solid grasp of English for written and verbal communication. This on-site role requires adherence to safety standards and hotel procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Computer skills required; familiarity with Microsoft Office preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience as Maintenance Assistant is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a commercial electrician or in related trades (plumbing, HVAC).
• Good understanding of English; strong written and verbal communication.
• Experience with hotel systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hotel engineering operations and preventive maintenance programs.
• Assist electricians, carpenters, plumbers and painters in repair work.
• Ensure safety, security and proper use of tools and equipment.
• Follow instructions from Chief Engineer/Supervisor; review priorities and work orders.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and hotel policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Guest relations

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical meters

Blueprints

Job description

Commonwealth Lodging Management is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in Norfolk to support hotel engineering operations and preventive maintenance. You will assist trades, manage tools, and help ensure guest safety and comfort.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in maintenance, basic computer skills, and a solid grasp of English for written and verbal communication. This on-site role requires adherence to safety standards and hotel procedures.