Maintenance Engineer – Hotel Systems & Guest Safety

Dauphine-Orleans-Hotel; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid time off

401k Plan

Hotel Discounts

Shoe subsidy

Job summary

Waterford Hotel Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to supervise and perform maintenance across hotel properties, ensuring safe and enjoyable guest experiences. The role requires self-starting initiative, strong work ethic, and solid interpersonal skills.

You will perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, lighting and more, monitor building systems, and respond promptly to service requests while upholding safety standards and professional conduct with guests and staff.

Qualifications

• A keen eye for detail and strong time management skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal abilities.
• Able to work both independently and in a team.
• Flexible working hours and reliable under pressure.
• Able to pass a background check and maintain safety standards.
• Physical stamina for maintenance tasks and grounds work.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair duties on HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, lighting, furniture and painting.
• Monitor and maintain building systems as assigned.
• Complete maintenance service requests promptly and accurately.
• Maintain professional conduct with guests, vendors, contractors and employees.
• Perform grounds work as directed by Chief Engineer.
• Alert General Manager to any unusual occurrences or damages.
• Ensure safety standards comply with guidelines and regulations.
• Respond to guest and colleague maintenance issues in a timely manner and document tasks.
• Handle minor maintenance (electrical, plumbing, painting, caulking).
• Snow removal as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical

Plumbing

Job description

Waterford Hotel Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to supervise and perform maintenance across hotel properties, ensuring safe and enjoyable guest experiences. The role requires self-starting initiative, strong work ethic, and solid interpersonal skills.

You will perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, lighting and more, monitor building systems, and respond promptly to service requests while upholding safety standards and professional conduct with guests and staff.