Residence Inn Rockford - Engineer-Preventative Maintenance

Aimbridge Hospitality; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Income

Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality's Residence Inn Rockford is hiring a Preventative Maintenance Engineer. You’ll perform preventative maintenance, respond to work orders, and assist with repairs across plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and more to keep guest rooms and facilities in top condition.

Minimum requirements include a High School diploma; trade licenses are preferred. Experience in hotels is a plus; valid driver's license may be required depending on property.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Trade licenses (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.) preferred.
• Hotel or related field experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and routine repairs.
• Tackle repairs across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and equipment.
• Respond to work orders and assist guests and team members.
• Provide safe access to areas and handle tools with integrity and safety.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

Guest service

Education

High School diploma

Trade license preferred

Job description

Residence Inn Rockford - Engineer-Preventative Maintenance Aimbridge Hospitality

Compensation $17.00 - $19.00/hour

Job Type Regular

Description

Join our team as a Preventative Maintenance Engineer. Are you ready to be the hero who keeps things running smoothly? As a Preventative Maintenance Engineer, you'll tackle repairs, team up to keep equipment in top shape, and jump in wherever you’re needed—from carpentry to plumbing and even painting. You’ll help guests, respond to work orders, and maybe even take the wheel of the shuttle van (at some properties). Safety and efficiency are your superpowers!

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Fix-It Pro: Master the art of preventative maintenance—whether it’s swapping bulbs, patching vinyl, touching up paint, or repairing furniture and tiles, you’ll keep everything looking sharp and running smoothly.
• Equipment Whisperer: Take charge of repairs and tune‑ups for ice machines, refrigerators, kitchen gadgets, laundry gear, HVAC systems, and even the swimming pool and hot tub, ensuring peak performance all around.
• Safety Hero: Respond quickly to alarms, investigate their cause, and report findings to the Front Desk, keeping everyone safe and in the know.
• Trusted Access: Act responsibly with access to sensitive hotel areas and information—including safes, master keys, storage rooms, and secured files—always maintaining a high level of integrity and trust.
• Guest Connection: Interact with guests and colleagues, sometimes unsupervised, represent the company with professionalism and good judgment, and drive safely when needed for business.

Education & Experience

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Licensed in a trade preferred (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.)
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state (property specific)
• Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record) (property specific)

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information

At Residence Inn Rockford we're conveniently located near Magic Waters, Illinois' largest theme park. Abundant choices for shopping are just minutes away at Cherryvale Mall. If visitors will be visiting one of our exceptional health facilities, there are a number of Rockford hospitals including Mercy Rockford Health, OSF Saint Anthony and Swedish American UW that are located just minutes from our hotel. We recommend taking some time to explore Anderson Japanese Gardens, Rock Cut State Park, Midway Village Museum Center, or Klehm Arboretum and Botanic Garden. Rockford is home to many companies including UTAS (UTC Aerospace), FCA Fiat Chrysler Automotive Belvidere Assembly Plant, Woodward, General Mills, PCI, Textron and Mondelez. As a leader in extended stay lodging, we provide each guest with a fully-equipped kitchen, free hot breakfast daily, and free WiFi.