Maintenance Engineer

Recess; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Free daily staff meal

Two-night complimentary stay at Recess

Job summary

Recess Hotel & Club Savannah is seeking a reliable Engineer to join our opening team. You will maintain a boutique hotel environment, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure comfort and functionality for guests in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires 1 year of progressive hotel experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask across departments. Join us in building a unique hospitality experience from day one.

Qualifications

• 1 year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Trade school or college coursework in related field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Excellent presentation and grooming standards.
• Able to maintain positive working relationships and consistent communication across all departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on all hotel equipment.
• Repair air conditioning, pool and spa, electrical fixtures, furniture, plumbing, and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Perform and maintain work to local, state, and federal codes.
• Maintain positive working relationships with guests and team members.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Anticipate, identify, and solve maintenance problems.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Guest service

Communication

Education

Trade school coursework

Job description

Recess is where the everyday takes a break.

Opening in Fall 2026, Recess Hotel & Club is bringing a new kind of hospitality to the heart of Savannah. Housed within the historic Manger Building, Recess blends a 221-room lifestyle hotel with a members club, rooftop pool, French brasserie, wellness club, coworking spaces, and lively social venues—all designed around one simple idea: life is better when there's room to play.

Recess is the newest project from Left Lane, the team behind Hotel Bardo Savannah. In just one year, Bardo has earned Condé Nast Traveler's inaugural Triple Crown distinction —recognizing hotels that have achieved the publication's Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards—along with the inaugural Michelin Key designation and recognition from Travel + Leisure as one of the Best New Hotels of the Year. It's this same commitment to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable experiences that we're bringing to Recess.

We're building more than a hotel. We're building a team of people who believe great hospitality is thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected. Whether you're welcoming guests, creating memorable meals, keeping the operation running seamlessly, or leading a team, every role helps shape the Recess experience from day one.

If you're curious, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.

Find and seek. Stay here, play here. Welcome to Recess.

About the role

Our team at Recess Hotel & Club is searching for a reliable, driven Engineer with a willingness to learn to join our Engineering team in maintaining our hotel and creating a unique and rejuvenating environment for our guests. In this role you will play a pivotal role in preserving the properties standards for excellence while working in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Our ideal candidate will be dedicated to upholding the highest standards of comfort and functionality throughout the hotel.

What you'll do

• Perform preventative maintenance on all hotel equipment
• Make repairs to air conditioning system, pool and spa, electrical fixtures, furniture, plumbing, and kitchen equipment as needed
• Perform and maintain work to local, state, and federal codes
• Maintain positive working relationships with all guests and team members
• Respond to all maintenance requests in a positive and timely manner
• Effectively anticipate, identify, and solve maintenance problems

Qualifications

• A passion for providing a well-maintained hospitality environment and at least 1 year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred
• Trade school or college course work in related field preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Able to multi-task and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
• Excellent presentation and grooming standards
• Able to maintain positive working relationships and consistent communication across all departments

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and move banquet equipment as needed.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules based on business demands.

Why Recess?

Build something from the beginning.

• Join the opening team behind one of Savannah's most anticipated lifestyle hotels and help shape the guest experience from day one.

Take care of yourself.

• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for eligible full-time team members
• Company-matched 401(k) with fast vesting
• Up to 20 days of paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid birthday
• Complimentary daily team member meal

Experience the brand.

• Complimentary two-night stay at Hotel Recess & Club Savannah
• Team member discounts on dining, Saltgrass Spa treatments, retail, and The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana
• Complimentary fitness classes

Travel farther.

• Employee rates at select Leading Hotels of the World properties
• Discounts at Highgate hotels worldwide

Grow with Left Lane.

• Referral incentives and guest recognition programs
• Career development opportunities across a growing hospitality portfolio
• The opportunity to help shape one of hospitality's most exciting lifestyle brands