Maintenance Technician

White Barn Inn, Auberge Collection; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

White Barn Inn, Auberge Collection in Kennebunk, ME, seeks a Maintenance Tech to support the hotel's engineering team. You will troubleshoot and repair electrical motors, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and painting, ensuring guest comfort and safety.

You’ll use power tools safely, read technical instructions, and work both independently and with a team. Hospitality experience is preferred; bilingual skills are a plus. Flexibility for weekends and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a technician or engineer within a hotel or property management preferred.
• Experience with power tools, including proper use and safety.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions for equipment, furniture assembly, and safety labels.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with guests, co-workers, and management.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record.
• Previous hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs throughout the shift.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Technical electrical motor troubleshooting and/or repair
• HVAC and refrigeration troubleshooting and/or repair
• Technical plumbing troubleshooting and/or repair
• Minor carpentry work
• Use power tools safely, including pressure washers and compressors
• Repairs may include gas-fired equipment or door lock repairs and office/audiovisual equipment
• Respond to guest requests quickly and attentively
• Respond to emergencies or life-threatening situations
• Follow established safety procedures
• Log essential information in the Engineering logbook
• Move objects for relocation and access
• Maintain knowledge of resort fire, well water, septic, and irrigation systems
• Support Planet Auberge sustainability initiatives

Skills

Power tools

Reading instructions

English communication

Driver's license

Detail oriented

Time management

Team player

Bilingual

Hospitality awareness

Tools

HVAC diagnostic tools

Plumbing tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Tech is part of our engineering team and is responsible for all technical operations at the hotel. This individual will troubleshoot and repair electrically run motors & devices, HVAC systems, carpentry projects, plumbing projects, minor automotive repairs, and painting.

Responsibilities

• Technical electrical motor troubleshooting and/or repair
• H.V.A.C. and refrigeration troubleshooting and/or repair
• Technical plumbing troubleshooting and/or repair
• Minor Carpentry
• Use all power tools safely, including pressure washers and compressors
• Repairs may include gas‑fired equipment repair or door lock repairs as well as repair of electronic equipment to include all office and audiovisual equipment
• Respond to all Guest Requests quickly attentively
• Respond to all emergency or life‑threatening situations
• Follow established safety procedures
• Log and communicate all essential information in the Engineering logbook
• Move various objects for relocation and/or access
• Maintain complete knowledge of resort fire system, well water system, septic system, and irrigation system
• Participate in and support hotel and company efforts towards sustainability and environmental initiatives as part of the Planet Auberge program.

Qualifications

• Experience serving as a technician or engineer within a hotel or property management preferred
• Experience with power tools, including proper use and safety
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions for equipment, furniture assembly, and safety labels
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with guests, co‑workers, and management
• Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record
• Previous hospitality experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude and commitment to guest satisfaction
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs throughout the shift
• Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Bilingual skills are a plus

WBI Operations LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. WBI Operations LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, WBI Operations LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.