Hotel Maintenance Technician | Weekend Availability Required | Seasonal

Shamin Hotels Master; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

Shamin Hotels Master is seeking a hotel engineer to troubleshoot and repair hotel equipment, facilities, and HVAC/electrical systems. You will perform preventative maintenance, inspect facilities, and coordinate the maintenance staff while adhering to budget constraints.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED (or equivalent) with customer service experience; a related bachelor’s degree is preferred. Valid driver’s license and strong attention to detail are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; equivalent experience acceptable.
• Bachelor’s degree or technical training in hotel management or related field preferred.
• Strong reading, writing, and math skills required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair hotel equipment, facilities, and systems including HVAC and electrical.
• Perform preventative maintenance and regular inspections.
• Coordinate maintenance staff and manage repairs within budget.
• Maintain records and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Train maintenance staff and supervise day-to-day activities.
• Inspect guest rooms and common areas for quality and safety.

Skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent

Bachelor’s in hotel/related field (preferred)

Job description

Position Overview

As a hotel engineer, it's your job to troubleshoot and repair hotel equipment, facilities, and systems (including HVAC and electrical). Your job duties include performing preventative maintenance, making regular inspections, coordinating the maintenance staff, diagnosing potential problems, and staying within budget.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door, or wall repair.
• Repair broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures.
• Work on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs.
• Maintain the building HVAC equipment to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly.
• Apply preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems, such as using a sealant on a flat roof.
• Fix potential safety hazards to avoid injuries.
• Paint the building when old paint has become faded or chipped.
• Maintain files of Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Program phone equipment according to hotel needs.
• Work with and train hotel maintenance staff in a variety of areas.
• Maintain quality of appearance of interior and exterior of hotel.
• Paint and stain walls, trim, and doors.
• Repair wallpaper, carpet, sheetrock, and doors of the hotel.
• Keep an orderly and well‑stocked inventory of finishing supplies needed in the hotel.
• Maintain a superior quality in the guest rooms.
• Check operation of all guest room equipment.
• Correct minor problems and report major problems to the General Manager.
• Keep records of rooms completed.
• Ensure par stocking of regularly used parts and supplies.
• Inspect and repair minor problems in common areas.
• Be responsible for learning emergency procedures.
• Be responsible for safe operation of all equipment, chemicals, and lockout procedures.
• Report to work for scheduled shifts, on time and in uniform in accordance with company policy.
• Know and comply with all company policies and procedures pertaining to this position and its duties.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Top Requirements

• Team Up: Be golden, collaborate, and help others succeed.
• Own It: Be a role model, embrace responsibility, and keep learning.
• Passionately Serve: Be positive, care deeply, and create memories.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree, technical school, and/or equivalent experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Must have basic reading, writing, and math skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Customer service skills required.
• Prioritization and time management skills required.
• Must have strong attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive pay ($18.50 – $20.00 hourly).
• Health, dental, vision, accident and short/long‑term disability insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Shamin Perk discounts on tickets, rental cars, and attractions.
• Footwear discounts.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee discounts at our branded hotels.

Shamin Hotels is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds.