Hotel Maintenance Technician

Ascent Hospitality; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) Employer Match

PTO & Holiday Pay

Insurance Options

Hilton Team Member Discounts

Employee Recognition & Appreciation

Career Growth & Advancement

Job Security

Diverse & Engaging Work Environment

Free Team Member Parking

Job summary

Ascent Hospitality Management is seeking a Hotel Maintenance Technician at the Hampton Inn & Suites Jackson, MS. The role focuses on hands-on maintenance, repairs, and preventative tasks across guest rooms, public areas, and building systems.

Ideal candidates have experience in hotel maintenance or related technical fields, with strong trouble-shooting skills and the ability to use hand and power tools. The position may require weekend and holiday work to keep the hotel running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel maintenance or facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Reliable with a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance throughout the hotel.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
• Inspect guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house areas, and exterior spaces.
• Respond promptly to guest and departmental maintenance requests.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, fixtures, furniture, lighting, appliances, and hotel equipment.
• Complete maintenance work orders accurately and efficiently.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and tasks.
• Assist with maintaining HVAC systems, water systems, laundry equipment, and other hotel equipment.
• Identify recurring maintenance issues and communicate concerns to Engineering leadership.
• Assist with emergency repairs and urgent maintenance situations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and maintenance areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Assist with property improvement projects, renovations, inspections, and vendor projects.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation.
• Follow all Hilton brand standards, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Provide professional and courteous service to guests and team members.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing

Electrical

General maintenance

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Power tools

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position/Role: Hotel Maintenance Technician

Location: Hampton Inn & Suites, Jackson, MS

Pay Range: Starting at $18 per hour (Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience)

Join a Premier Hilton Hotel and Build a Career with Ascent Hospitality!

Ascent Hospitality Management owns and operates 42 award-winning hotels across Alabama, Indiana, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee. We are committed to creating exceptional guest experiences while providing our team members with opportunities to learn, grow, and build long-term careers in hospitality.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Match
• PTO & Holiday Pay
• Insurance Options
• Hilton Team Member Hotel Discounts
• Employee Recognition & Appreciation
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
• Job Security
• Diverse & Engaging Work Environment
• Supportive Team Culture
• Free Team Member Parking

Keep Hampton Inn & Suites Jackson Running Smoothly

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for performing hands‑on maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance throughout the hotel.

You will help ensure guest rooms, public areas, equipment, building systems, and exterior spaces are maintained properly and operating safely and efficiently.

Make An Impact Behind Every Guest Experience

From a comfortable guest room to properly functioning hotel equipment, your technical skills directly contribute to a positive guest experience. Your ability to identify problems, complete repairs, and prevent future issues will help keep the hotel operating at its best.

What You Will Do

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance throughout the hotel.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems.
• Inspect guest rooms, public areas, back‑of‑house areas, and exterior spaces.
• Respond promptly to guest and departmental maintenance requests.
• Repair and maintain doors, locks, fixtures, furniture, lighting, appliances, and hotel equipment.
• Complete maintenance work orders accurately and efficiently.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and tasks.
• Assist with maintaining HVAC systems, water systems, laundry equipment, and other hotel equipment.
• Identify recurring maintenance issues and communicate concerns to Engineering leadership.
• Assist with emergency repairs and urgent maintenance situations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and maintenance areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Assist with property improvement projects, renovations, inspections, and vendor projects.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation.
• Follow all Hilton brand standards, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Provide professional and courteous service to guests and team members.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in hotel maintenance, facilities, building maintenance, construction, or a related technical field preferred.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Ability to diagnose basic maintenance issues and determine appropriate solutions.
• Reliable, dependable, and willing to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple maintenance requests and priorities.
• Ability to work independently while supporting the Engineering team.
• Hilton or hotel maintenance experience is a plus.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

Ascent Hospitality Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.