Hotel Maintenance Technician

Redd Hospitality; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Redd Hospitality is seeking a Maintenance Technician in New Orleans to support a growing portfolio of luxury hospitality properties. This hands-on role maintains equipment and performs preventative maintenance across properties, with an emphasis on reliable service and guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years of maintenance experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair experience.
• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting.
• Highly proficient with hand and power tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple maintenance priorities.
• Construction experience or additional trade certifications are a plus.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.
• Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs. and safely climb ladders.
• Must live within reasonable commuting distance of New Orleans.

Responsibilities

• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance throughout the property portfolio.
• Diagnose any issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Perform general property and home repairs.
• Repair or replace garbage disposals, toilets, ceiling fans, and other fixtures.
• Troubleshoot and clear basic plumbing issues, including clogged drains.
• Complete basic electrical repairs and replace/install light fixtures, ceiling fans, pendants, and sconces.
• Perform drywall repairs, patching, and painting.
• Complete basic carpentry repairs.
• Hang and mount artwork, mirrors, shelving, window treatments, fixtures, and décor.
• Perform basic landscaping and groundskeeping as needed.
• Inspect properties and identify maintenance concerns before they impact guests.
• Coordinate with property operations and housekeeping teams to ensure properties meet quality and maintenance standards.
• Determine when repairs require an outside contractor or specialized technician.
• Respond to maintenance needs in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician

Location: New Orleans, LA

Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support a growing portfolio of luxury hospitality properties throughout the New Orleans area.

This is a hands‑on position responsible for maintaining equipment and completing general property repairs and preventative maintenance. The ideal candidate is dependable, resourceful, comfortable working independently, and experienced troubleshooting hotel and residential maintenance issues.

Responsibilities

• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance throughout the property portfolio
• Diagnose any issues and determine appropriate repairs
• Perform general property and home repairs
• Repair or replace garbage disposals, toilets, ceiling fans, and other fixtures
• Troubleshoot and clear basic plumbing issues, including clogged drains
• Complete basic electrical repairs and replace/install light fixtures, ceiling fans, pendants, and sconces
• Perform drywall repairs, patching, and painting
• Complete basic carpentry repairs
• Hang and mount artwork, mirrors, shelving, window treatments, fixtures, and décor
• Perform basic landscaping and groundskeeping as needed
• Inspect properties and identify maintenance concerns before they impact guests
• Coordinate with property operations and housekeeping teams to ensure properties meet quality and maintenance standards
• Determine when repairs require an outside contractor or specialized technician
• Respond to maintenance needs in a timely and professional manner

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair experience
• General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and painting
• Highly proficient with hand and power tools
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple maintenance priorities
• Construction experience or additional trade certifications are a plus
• English/Spanish bilingual skills are a plus
• Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs. and safely climb ladders
• Must live within reasonable commuting distance of New Orleans

Schedule

This is a full‑time hourly position. The schedule may vary depending on property and guest needs. Some evening and weekend availability may be required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Mileage reimbursement

If you are an experienced maintenance professional who also enjoys hands‑on property maintenance and troubleshooting, we encourage you to apply.