Luxury Hotel Facilities Engineer Trainee

Marcus Hotels & Resorts; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Early wage access

Paid time off

401(k) employer match

Employee assistance programs

Career growth opportunities

Free meal per shift

Room discounts

Job summary

The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee is seeking an Engineer to maintain building systems, respond to maintenance requests, and support energy efficiency initiatives, helping sustain the hotel's iconic luxury service.

You will troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, read manuals and work orders, and work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays. This full-time hourly position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous engineering or facilities maintenance experience required; hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, work orders, safety procedures, and operating instructions.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem‑solving skills with a commitment to supporting guests and associates.
• Ability to perform physical job duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, and working a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the interior and exterior of the hotel through preventive maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of building systems, equipment, and furnishings.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems to ensure safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest and associate maintenance requests, delivering exceptional service and minimizing operational disruptions.
• Support cost‑control initiatives by promoting energy and utility efficiency, including monitoring and maintaining heat, power, lighting, water, and sewer systems.
• Uphold all OSHA, safety, and hotel standards while demonstrating professionalism, participating in required meetings, and recommending process improvements that enhance the guest and associate experience.

Skills

HVAC Knowledge

Electrical Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Tools

HVAC Systems

Electrical Systems

Plumbing Systems

Refrigeration Systems

Mechanical Systems

Job description

The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee is seeking an Engineer to maintain building systems, respond to maintenance requests, and support energy efficiency initiatives, helping sustain the hotel's iconic luxury service.

You will troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, read manuals and work orders, and work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays. This full-time hourly position offers competitive pay and benefits.