Maintenance Engineer

hriproperties; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Hilton hotel stays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to perform guestroom preventive maintenance and assist with repairs of hotel equipment. The role ensures all guest requests and work orders are completed promptly and professionally.

You will handle plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and light carpentry, while maintaining safety, emergency procedures, and the Rooms Preventative Maintenance Program. This position supports sustainability initiatives and hotel standards.

Qualifications

• Prior maintenance experience.
• Thorough understanding of general repairs.

Responsibilities

• Repair plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, ventilation, painting, and light carpentry.
• Maintain the Rooms Preventative Maintenance Program and records.
• Know hotel emergency procedures and the location of emergency shut-offs.
• Inspect public areas daily, maintain mechanical spaces, and monitor safety hazards.
• Manage swimming pool maintenance and chemical balance.
• Support environmental stewardship and sustainability in operations.

Skills

Maintenance experience

General repairs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

207 rooms | 1,521 sq. ft. meeting/event space

Amenities: pet friendly, extended stay, outdoor pool, complimentary hot breakfast and WiFi.

Ideally located just off Bourbon Street, the hotel offers easy access to the dining, music, and culture of the French Quarter. With the Caesars Superdome, Central Business District, and Smoothie King Center just a mile away, it’s a dynamic setting for hospitality professionals who enjoy serving both business and leisure travelers in the heart of New Orleans.

Maintenance Engineer

Homewood Suites by Hilton New Orleans French Quarter

Job Summary

The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for guestroom preventive maintenance and assisting in the repair and maintenance of hotel equipment. This role ensures all guest requests and work orders are completed in a timely, efficient, and professional manner.

Core Responsibilities

• Repair & Maintenance: Perform skilled repairs including plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, ventilation, painting, and light carpentry.
• Preventative Programs: Maintain the Rooms Preventative Maintenance Program and keep updated records on file.
• Safety & Emergencies: Maintain knowledge of hotel emergency procedures and the location of all emergency shut-offs.
• Facility Standards: Inspect public areas daily, maintain orderly mechanical spaces, and monitor for safety hazards.
• Specialized Skills: Manage swimming pool maintenance and chemical balance.
• Environmental Stewardship: Support "greening" the hospitality industry through specialized knowledge and values.

Requirements

• Experience: Prior maintenance experience and a thorough understanding of general repairs.
• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift at least 25 lbs, navigate carts up to 200 lbs, and position oneself to reach high places or floor corners for an entire shift.
• Schedule: Flexibility to work all shifts and occasional overtime.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $17.00/hr.
• Competitive Benefits: We offer medical, dental, and vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
• Perks: Enjoy discounted Hilton hotel stays and more as part of a service-minded team.