Hotel Maintenance Technician: Elevate Guest Comfort

Coury Hospitality; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Metro, Autograph Collection in downtown Milwaukee is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to help maintain guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces. You will perform carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical and other building maintenance tasks with safety in mind.

The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, prompt response to requests, and collaboration with Engineering, Housekeeping, Front Office and other departments to ensure a guest-ready environment and exceptional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in hotel, commercial building, facilities, or general maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical instructions preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required licenses, certifications, or permits applicable to the position.
• Knowledge of workplace safety standards, OSHA guidelines, and proper chemical handling procedures preferred.
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative Engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Responding promptly to maintenance requests in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces while delivering professional and courteous service.
• Performing general repairs including carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, drywall, furniture repair, and other building maintenance tasks.
• Completing preventative maintenance assignments to ensure hotel facilities, equipment, and building systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Prioritizing work orders based on guest impact, operational needs, and emergency situations.
• Inspecting hotel equipment, mechanical systems, and facilities to identify maintenance needs before they become guest concerns.
• Maintaining organized inventories of tools, equipment, materials, and maintenance supplies.
• Supporting hotel operations by moving furniture, equipment, and other items as needed.
• Maintaining clean, organized, and safe workshops, storage areas, and maintenance spaces.
• Handling tools, equipment, chemicals, and maintenance materials safely while following all company safety procedures.
• Reporting maintenance concerns, safety hazards, and equipment deficiencies promptly to Engineering leadership.
• Partnering with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food & Beverage, and other departments to ensure the hotel remains guest-ready at all times.
• Taking pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for guests and team members.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent working

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Previous hotel, commercial building, facilities, or general maintenance experience preferred.

Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general building maintenance.

Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical instructions preferred.

Ability to obtain and maintain any required licenses, certifications, or permits applicable to the position.

Knowledge of workplace safety standards, OSHA guidelines, and proper chemical handling procedures preferred.

Strong organizational, troubleshooting, and time-management skills.

Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative Engineering team.

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Ladders

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Hotel Metro, Autograph Collection in downtown Milwaukee is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to help maintain guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces. You will perform carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical and other building maintenance tasks with safety in mind.

The role emphasizes preventative maintenance, prompt response to requests, and collaboration with Engineering, Housekeeping, Front Office and other departments to ensure a guest-ready environment and exceptional