Maintenance Technician

Ocean Place Resort & Spa; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Place Resort & Spa in Long Branch, NJ, seeks a Maintenance Technician to ensure all hotel facilities operate safely and efficiently. You will respond to repair requests, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot a range of systems, delivering excellent guest service.

The role requires post-high school training in engineering or maintenance, at least two years of building maintenance experience (hotel experience a plus), and strong adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Post-high school training in engineering or maintenance-related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of building maintenance experience; hotel experience is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Strong communication skills and guest interaction.
• Familiarity with safety and lockout/tag-out procedures.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to guest repair requests and resolve issues independently.
• Conduct daily inspections to identify safety hazards and needed repairs.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate records.
• Operate engineering software for PM and energy management.
• Maintain safe storage and use of tools; keep work areas clean.
• Assist with general housekeeping and engineering-related duties as needed.

Skills

Guest service mindset

Safety procedures knowledge

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Education

Post-high school training in engineering or maintenance

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician ensures that all hotel facilities and equipment operate efficiently and safely. This role involves responding to repair requests, performing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting issues across multiple systems. The technician is proactive in identifying potential problems and maintaining equipment to prevent breakdowns, while delivering excellent guest service.

Job Description

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Chief Engineer

Status: Exempt

Qualification Standards

• Post‑high school training in engineering or maintenance‑related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of building maintenance experience. Hotel experience is a plus.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs without assistance; assist with objects over 100 lbs.
• Ability to move up and down stairs, service ramps, and ladders.
• Frequent reaching overhead and below the knees, bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Must be able to work in physically demanding environments and adapt to varying conditions.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach during inspections and cleaning tasks.
• Strong knowledge of safety and security policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow Hazardous Material Management Program and Lockout/Tag‑out procedures.
• Skilled in using proper equipment and wearing appropriate PPE.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Professional demeanor, integrity, and reliability.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact positively with guests.

Duties & Functions

• Respond promptly to guest repair requests and resolve maintenance issues independently.
• Conduct daily inspections of the property to identify safety hazards, broken equipment, and areas needing repair or renovation.
• Troubleshoot and repair various systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain knowledge of building systems and emergency response procedures.
• Handle minor carpentry, painting, drywall repair, and cosmetic fixes.
• Operate engineering computer programs for preventive maintenance and energy management.
• Program TVs and assist with general housekeeping and engineering‑related duties.
• Ensure safe operation and storage of tools and equipment.
• Use correct lifting techniques and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support hotel operations.

In accordance with New Jersey State Legislature (New Jersey Legislature Bill S2310 Sca (1R)) which requires private employers with ten (10) or more employees to include a range of pay for all advertised jobs, this position pays $18-$22/hr dependent on experience.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.