Maintenance Engineer — Elevate Guest Experience

benchmark; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property, seeks a Maintenance Engineer to preserve guest comfort across 248 rooms and 30,811 sq ft of meeting space. You will join a team at a university-adjacent property that blends hospitality with academic energy.

This role emphasizes preventative maintenance, rapid repairs, and reliable records, with opportunities to grow in a world-class resort environment.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a hotel/resort maintenance role.
• Knowledge of household repairs (carpentry, electrical, plumbing).
• Engaging, welcoming personality.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for creating an exceptional guest experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Available to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Performs general maintenance of building and facility mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Performs general electrical repairs on appliances, house wiring, and air conditioning systems, switches, fixtures and motors.
• Repairs plumbing fixtures, piping, drains, and sanitary systems.
• Repairs woodwork, wall vinyl, doors and windows, carpeting, etc.
• Performs general mechanical maintenance on pumps, compressors, water heaters, automotive equipment, and other equipment.
• Keeps records as required by company policy and procedures; submits logs and reports in a timely manner.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Household repairs

Engaging personality

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, a Pyramid Global Hospitality property, seeks a Maintenance Engineer to preserve guest comfort across 248 rooms and 30,811 sq ft of meeting space. You will join a team at a university-adjacent property that blends hospitality with academic energy.

This role emphasizes preventative maintenance, rapid repairs, and reliable records, with opportunities to grow in a world-class resort environment.