Lead Maintenance Technician

White Lodging; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Health Insurance (Day 1)

Vacation/PTO with rollover

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Discounts on rooms and dining

Job summary

White Lodging is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician for our Louisville properties. You will ensure exemplary maintenance, support the Chief Engineer, and uphold safety and quality standards across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.

The role emphasizes proactive repairs and team collaboration. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in related work or 1–2 years with formal trade training, a valid driver’s license, and the stamina to work in a dynamic hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints, specs, and operating instructions.
• Valid driver’s license and basic safety knowledge.
• High school diploma or equivalent; trades training encouraged.
• 3–5 years in related field; or 1–2 years with formal education.
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure hotel maintenance/upkeep meets standards.
• Assist Chief Engineer in overseeing Engineering functions.
• Follow departmental safety procedures during repairs and installations.
• Provide training/technical advice to other engineers as needed.
• Identify and repair mechanical, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing issues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Carpentry

Safety practices

Reading specifications

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade training/tech school

Job description

Description

Summary: White Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. We know that the hospitality business, like life, is how you make people feel. That’s where you come in. You’ll help bring the virtue of hospitality to life while we create an environment that allows you to be your best self and grow.

Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do

• The Lead Maintenance Technician will ensure the hotel’s maintenance and upkeep standards meet WL, Brand, and Guest standards.


• Support Chief Engineer in overseeing and supervising all aspects of the Engineering function of the hotel.


• Proactively follow specific departmental procedures in performing repair, maintenance, alteration, and installation work in a safe and neat manner.


• Provide training and technical advice to other engineers as needed or requested.


• Responsible for identifying and repairing all mechanical failure to include repair of appliances, HVAC, electrical or plumbing.


• Maintain communications with supervisors to ensure all needed materials, tools, and supplies are available or on order.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• The Lead Maintenance Technician will be able to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and operating instructions


• A valid driver’s license and basic knowledge of safety and security work practices


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Strong trade specific skill set (i.e. Painting or HV/AC) or the desire to continue to learn and develop in a specific trade area (e.g. electrical, carpentry)


• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in field of expertise, or 1-2 years in trade school or college education equivalent. We provide extensive training, but prior experience is a plus.


• The ability to lift, carry or otherwise move up to 10 lbs. regularly and 25 lbs. occasionally, as well as the ability to stand and move for long periods of time.

Other information:

• DailyPay option


• Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance


• Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover


• Complimentary wellness tools


• Unlimited referral bonuses


• 401(k) with company match


• Hostcare Resources healthcare concierge


• Leadership development


• Tuition reimbursement


• Discounts on hotel rooms, dining, and other travel/entertainment experiences


• Multiple hotels in each market = more opportunities

White Lodging is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

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