Maintenance Engineer 1

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental

Vision insurance

Vacation plan

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

Hotel discounts

YouDecide program

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts at Kimpton Fort Lauderdale Beach seeks a Maintenance/Engineering professional to safeguard building systems and guest safety, ensuring energy efficiency and smooth operations.

You will handle preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and routine upkeep across systems, pools, decor, and facilities, while collaborating with a hospitality team to deliver a seamless guest experience.

Qualifications

• Vocational schooling or military training plus certification in HVAC, electrical, plumbing or carpentry.
• Hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to climb, stand, walk, and lift 25–50 lbs with/without accommodation.
• Good verbal and written communication; ability to receive and report progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative maintenance and complete work orders to maintain hotel quality.
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance (e.g., room care).
• Check electrical systems and perform minor repairs.
• Repair and maintain hotel equipment, including HVAC, boilers, kitchen and laundry gear.
• Service the hotel pool and maintain chemical balances.
• Maintain exterior areas and curb appeal.
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures in guest rooms.
• Move furniture and fixtures as needed.
• Respond courteously to guest questions and requests to ensure satisfaction.
• Operate heavy machinery and comply with safety rules.
• Attend regularly and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Hotel experience

Education

Vocational schooling / military training

Job description

About Us

Discover the hidden gen of Kimpton Fort Lauderdale Beach, nestled just steps from the serene shoreline. Our resort offers guests a unique point of view at the city's vibrant boating life, along with a comprehensive experience of luxurious accommodations, events, dining and cocktails. We provide a wide range of career opportunities, whether you're seeking seasonal roles or a long-term career in hospitality. Our team is eager to welcome you into our family, where you'll join a passionate group that works hard, has fun and supports one another. As part of the HEI family, you'll benefit from our HEI Loves culture, which celebrates our associates with competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and generous PTO programs. Enjoy access to health and wellness packages, robust retirement plans, travel benefits, product and service discounts, and much more. Join us at Kimpton Fort Lauderdale Beach and become a valued member of our dedicated team today!

Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

Overview

Maintain all building related systems and the building envelop to ensure the safety of hotel guests, associates, and vendors. Ensure compliance with company Engineering Assumptions/Culture, preventative maintenance programs and procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, Mission Vision and Values as well as all Building/Fire/Health Department codes. Maintain building complex as energy efficiency as possible constantly looking for ways to save energy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative maintenance and complete report work orders such as replacing ceiling tiles, light bulbs, patching vinyl, etc., to maintain the hotel and keep the product quality standard.

• Perform preventative maintenance assignments on a scheduled basis (e.g., \"room care\").

• Assist in checking electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, television sets, lighting systems, and make minor repairs and/or replacement.

• Assist in checking and making routine repairs and assist on major repairs of all hotel equipment including small appliances, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, boilers, pool equipment, HVAC, hand and power tools and general plumbing systems and fixtures such as pipelines, toilets and sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment.

• Service the hotel's pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filters; completing maintenance request forms and record logs.

• Maintain the building exterior and \"curb appeal\" (e.g., snow removal, lawn care, painting, gardening).

• Refurbish furniture and fixtures within guest rooms such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors windows and counters. Paint and finish furniture and fixtures if needed.

• Move furniture and fixtures throughout the building.

• Respond in a courteous manner to all guest questions, complaints, and/or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction.

• Exposure to extreme temperatures.

• Operation of heavy machinery.

• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Vocational schooling, military training, certification and/or experience in building related trades required in 1 or more of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.

• Hotel experience preferred.

• Climbing, reading, standing, walking, and routinely lifting 25 lbs. to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must be able to receive instructions and communicate progress of work assignments.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

HEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.

Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.

For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.

Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.