Maintenance Engineer 1

The Hotel at Avalon; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental plans

Vision insurance

Vacation and holidays

Pet insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

Kimpton Fort Lauderdale Beach is seeking a skilled facilities technician to maintain hotel building systems and equipment, ensuring guest safety and comfort.

You will perform preventative maintenance, check electrical and HVAC, repair plumbing and carpentry tasks, service the pool, and keep the exterior appealing. This role requires physical work and flexibility to respond to guest needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in building trades including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and carpentry.
• Ability to read and follow operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventative maintenance and complete work orders (ceiling tiles, bulbs, etc.).
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on hotel systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
• Assist in checking electrical systems and minor repairs; repair or replace fixtures and equipment.
• Service hotel pool and maintain chemical levels; document maintenance logs.
• Maintain exterior curb appeal; refurbish furniture and fixtures in guest areas.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Education

Trade certification in building trades

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 viewpoint of 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!

Compensation

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No
Discretionary 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

• Competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs.
• Pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long‑Term Disability plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Culture

Recognizing that our success starts and ends with our associates under our pioneering culture of HEI Loves, we invest in and develop the most passionate and talented people in our industry. We show our “love” to our associates by providing market-leading compensation packages, generous PTO and flex‑time initiatives, outstanding career development and advancement opportunities, and job‑appropriate assets and resources. With a variety of world‑class brands in our portfolio, hotel locations throughout the United States, and an unparalleled suite of tools, technology, and training, we’re able to provide our associates with a truly unique opportunity to grow and build their future.

Work today, get paid today! We proudly partner with DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows our associates access to their earnings when they want them.