Maintenance Engineer - Luxury Hotel

Firmdale Hotels; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Meal on shift

Uniform dry cleaning

Transit benefits

Education reimbursement

Team events

Job summary

Firmdale Hotels is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer at Crosby Street Hotel in New York. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Chief Engineer and supports day-to-day engineering operations across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.

Responsibilities include routine and preventative maintenance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and kitchen equipment, with a focus on safety, comfort, and performance in a luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of maintenance or engineering experience, preferably within a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Working knowledge of HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance systems.
• Computer literate, with experience using Building Management Systems (BMS) preferred.
• Familiarity with HOTSOS or similar maintenance management systems preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional under pressure.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Relevant trade certifications and/or specialized training preferred, including Fire Safety Director and FDNY Certificates of Fitness (Sprinkler & Standpipe, Back-Up Generator, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Support the Chief Engineer with the overall maintenance and engineering operations of the hotel, restaurant, and surrounding grounds
• Perform general maintenance and repairs in guest rooms, suites, meeting spaces, restaurant areas, and common areas
• Conduct routine inspections and walk-throughs, updating logs and promptly reporting issues requiring immediate attention
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance programs and checklists
• Monitor, maintain, and service engineering systems and equipment, including HVAC systems (boilers, chillers, air handling units, water pumps, exhaust fans)
• Troubleshoot and repair door locks, lighting systems, televisions, phones, and related guestroom equipment
• Perform basic repairs related to plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment at all times
• Follow all safety protocols and hotel standards

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Carpentry

Kitchen equipment

Computer literacy

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS)

HOTSOS

Job description

Firmdale Hotels is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer at Crosby Street Hotel in New York. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Chief Engineer and supports day-to-day engineering operations across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.

Responsibilities include routine and preventative maintenance across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and kitchen equipment, with a focus on safety, comfort, and performance in a luxury hotel environment.