Sleep Inn Midway Airport - Engineer-Preventative Maintenance

Aimbridge Hospitality; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

Sleep Inn Midway Airport in Bedford Park, IL seeks a Preventative Maintenance Engineer to keep hotel facilities in top condition. You will perform repairs across carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical tasks, respond to work orders, and assist guests as needed.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment like ice machines, refrigerators, and pool systems, ensuring safety, and handling access to secure areas with integrity. A valid driver’s license is required for property duties.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or 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).
• MVR acceptable (property specific).

Responsibilities

• Fix-It Pro: perform preventative maintenance from bulbs to furniture repairs.
• Equipment Whisperer: service ice machines, refrigeration, kitchen gadgets, laundry gear, HVAC, pool and spa equipment.
• Safety Hero: respond to alarms, investigate causes, report findings to Front Desk.
• Trusted Access: handle sensitive areas and information with integrity.
• Guest Connection: interact with guests and colleagues professionally and drive safely when needed.

Skills

Hotel maintenance experience

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

MVR acceptable

Job description

Compensation $20.00 - $22.00/hour

Schedule Full time

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:
Located just two blocks south of Chicago Midway International Airport, the Sleep Inn Midway Airport provides easy access to all the best Chicago has to offer. This Bedford Park, IL hotel provides free transportation to and from Midway Airport, as well as the CTA Orange Line Midway Rail Station, which takes you into the heart of downtown Chicago. Free WiFi access is available. Local points of interest include U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears, United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, Toyota Park, home of the Chicago Fire soccer team and McCormick Place and University of Chicago.