Maintenance Engineer Technician

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) plan

Employee meals & parking

Family & Friends discounts

EAP

Job summary

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club in Durham, NC is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to support a luxury hotel. You will troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry issues, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.

The role requires lifting up to 75 pounds, the ability to bend, stand, and walk, and good English communication. Weekend and holiday availability is expected in a high-volume hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a maintenance engineer or repairman in a high-volume hotel or resort.
• Degree, certification, or training in engineering is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stand and walk frequently.
• Developed English skills both written and orally.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe environment for hotel employees and guests by responding promptly to all maintenance requests.
• Troubleshoot and repair general maintenance issues, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks.
• Perform 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 fixtures.
• Check electrical systems such as refrigeration controls, televisions, and lighting, performing minor repairs as needed.
• Repair 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 structures.
• Collaborate on renovation and improvement projects to keep the property in excellent condition.
• Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards.

Skills

Problem solving

General repair tools

English communication

Education

Engineering degree or certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: WDI - Durham, NC 27705

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $22.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Engineer!

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club– Durham, NC

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a positive attitude? Bring your talents to the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, where Southern charm meets world-class hospitality.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in maintaining a safe environment for hotel employees and guests by responding promptly to all maintenance requests
• Troubleshoot and repair general maintenance issues, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks
• Perform 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 fixtures
• Check electrical systems such as refrigeration controls, televisions, and lighting, performing minor repairs as needed
• Repair 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 structures
• Collaborate on renovation and improvement projects to keep the property in excellent condition
• Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards

Why You’ll Love Working Here (Benefits)

• Supportive, team-oriented environment that feels like family
• Competitive pay and opportunities for growth
• Health, 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 annually
• 401(k) with employer match (eligible after 6 months of employment)
• Complimentary employee meals & free on-site parking
• Family & Friends room and dining discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A modern, guest-focused property you’ll be proud to maintain

If 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.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a maintenance engineer or repairman in a high-volume hotel or resort.
• Degree, certification, or training in engineering is a plus.
• Ability to use general repair tools, read basic drawings and specifications and make rough estimates of required material.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stand and walk frequently.
• Developed English skills both written and orally.