Maintenance Engineer Technician

JB DUKE HOTEL; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO) & 8 holidays

Employee meals & on-site parking

Job summary

JB Duke Hotel on the Duke University campus is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineering Technician to keep our award-winning property in excellent condition. You’ll troubleshoot plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry issues, perform preventive maintenance, and assist with renovations to deliver guest experiences at the highest standard.

You’ll join a supportive team in a southern-charm setting, with opportunities to grow, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to renovations

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience as a maintenance engineer or repairman
• Experience in a high-volume hotel or resort preferred
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to read basic drawings and specifications
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and other high-volume days

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe environment by responding promptly to maintenance requests
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks
• Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing and electrical systems
• Inspect and repair HVAC systems, toilets, sinks, pipelines, and fixtures
• Repair and maintain furniture and structures such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows
• Complete painting, wallpaper repair, and finishing work on furniture and structures
• Collaborate on renovation and improvement projects to keep the property in excellent condition

Skills

Strong communication skills

Read basic drawings/specifications

Lift up to 75 pounds

Education

Engineering degree or certification preferred

Tools

General repair tools

Job description

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Technician!JB Duke Hotel – Durham, NCAre you a hands-on problem solver with a positive attitude? Bring your talents to the JB Duke Hotel, where Southern charm meets world-class hospitality. Nestled on the scenic Duke University campus, our award-winning property offers the perfect setting to grow your career.As a Maintenance Engineering Technician, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our property stays in top condition. From fixing plumbing and electrical issues to supporting improvement projects, your work helps deliver exceptional experiences for every guest.What You’ll DoAssist in maintaining a safe environment for hotel employees and guests by responding promptly to all maintenance requestsTroubleshoot and repair general maintenance issues, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasksPerform preventive maintenance on plumbing and electrical systems (e.g., checking outlets, pipe systems, fixtures)Inspect and make minor repairs to HVAC systems, toilets, sinks, pipelines, and other fixturesCheck electrical systems such as refrigeration controls, televisions, and lighting, performing minor repairs as neededRepair and maintain furniture and structures (e.g., cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows, counters)Complete painting projects, wallpaper repair/hanging, and finishing work on furniture and structuresCollaborate on renovation and improvement projects to keep the property in excellent conditionEnsure all work meets safety and quality standardsWhy You’ll Love Working Here (Benefits)Supportive, team-oriented environment that feels like familyCompetitive pay and opportunities for growthHealth, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, plus supplemental coverage (Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness & Accident)Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program and 8 Paid Holidays annually401(k) with employer match (eligible after 6 months of employment)Complimentary employee meals & free on-site parkingFamily & Friends room and dining discountsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)A modern, guest-focused property you’ll be proud to maintainIf you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy variety in your day, and want to be part of a team that values your contributions - we want to meet you!This position is within a hotel and requires the availability to work weekends, holidays, and other high-volume days.Apply today and become part of something special.1–3 years of experience as a maintenance engineer or repairman (experience in a high-volume hotel or resort preferred)Degree, certification, or training in engineering is a plusAbility to use general repair tools, read basic drawings and specifications, and make rough estimates of required materialAbility to lift up to 75 poundsAbility to bend, stand, and walk frequentlyStrong communication skills (written and spoken)