Maintenance Engineer

Sonesta International Hotels; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with Company | 

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company | 

Paid Vacation and Sick Days

Sonesta Hotel Discounts

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short/Long Term Insurance

Employee Perks and Discounts

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in Philadelphia is seeking a Maintenance Tech to protect the hotel’s physical plant and safety standards. You will perform general maintenance, repairs, and preventative tasks across guest rooms, kitchens, and building systems.

The role requires vocational training with 2 years in maintenance, fluent English, and the ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Join a team focused on service quality and asset protection.

Qualifications

• Vocational training plus two years of experience in general building maintenance or construction.
• Previous background in the hotel industry or apartment building maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electricity, and equipment mechanics.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial.
• Reading and writing abilities are required to receive instructions and read safety information.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities.
• Frequently standing, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.
• Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility.
• Will regularly use commercial chemicals.
• Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Will work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to Sonesta standards.
• Report hazardous situations or threats to management.
• Complete work orders and perform preventative maintenance.
• Monitor and repair HVAC, lighting, doors, and other systems to ensure efficiency.
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures as needed.
• Maintain exterior areas and safety of the facility.

Skills

Fluent English

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Reading/writing instructions

Education

Vocational training + 2 years experience in building maintenance

Tools

Basic plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical knowledge

Equipment mechanics

Job description

We’re Sonesta International Hotels.The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

We’re Sonesta International Hotels.The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast. An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect. Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

The Maintenance Tech (MT) performs general maintenance work to ensure hotel physical plant quality and safety standards are achieved and maintained. The MT takes care of the building, equipment and grounds of the hotel. This position will perform maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance, to all areas of the hotel.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta standards.
• Take responsibility for and inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, associates or hotel assets.
• Complete work orders such as replacing ceiling titles, filters, light bulbs, patching vinyl, painting, repairs to pipe lines, toilets, sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment, etc. Perform preventative maintenance duties as assigned.
• Monitor efficiency of equipment and electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, guests entrance/access doors, television sets, and lighting systems; make minor repairs and/or replacements to ensure proper operation and maximum efficiency.
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows, counters. Paint and finish furniture and fixtures in guest rooms, if needed.
• Maintain the safety and cleanliness of exterior of the facility, grounds, pool and exercise/sport facilities (including property signs, lighting and snow removal).
• Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc.
• Maintain front entrance area, parking lot, and street entrance in a clean and presentable manner.
• Ensure that assigned equipment is prepared and operational for the following day’s work.
• Perform maintenance and repair work on the interior and exterior of buildings, hotels rooms and contents, laundry and kitchen/refrigeration equipment, lighting, heating, air conditioning (HVAC), ventilation, and water treatment systems, and swimming pool (if applicable), etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance as outlined in the PM Works program. May include and is not limited to: Inspect building, furniture, bathrooms, guest rooms, and all equipment to ensure it is functioning properly and efficiently, read and record mechanical and other meters to ensure effective energy management, and maintain inspection log and records of scheduled work and repairs.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Comply with federal, state and local laws regarding health, and safety services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Vocational training plus two years of experience in general building maintenance or construction, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous background in the full and/or limited service hotel industry or apartment building maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, electricity, and equipment mechanics.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English; other languages beneficial.
• Reading and writing abilities are required in order to receive instructions for the day and/or to read equipment manuals including safety information.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities.
• Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.
• Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility.
• Will be required to regularly use commercial chemicals
• Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.