Maintenance Engineer

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $21.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Insurance enrollment
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
401k
hotel discounts
Travel Discounts
Professional Development

Job Description

First Hospitality, founded in 1985 and based in Chicago, is a forward-thinking hotel development, investment, and management company. Known for its dynamic approach to hospitality, First Hospitality focuses on creating value for all stakeholders by combining excellence with innovative strategies. Over the years, the company has built a reputation for embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values collaboration, flexibility, and fairness. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, First Hospitality is committed to attracting and retaining a high-performing, diverse workforce where each employee's unique contributions are encouraged and respected. This dedication ensures the company not only meets but exceeds... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 2+ years of maintenance experience, preferably in a hotel or similar facility
  • High School diploma or equivalency education certificate required
  • Electrical and/or plumbing certification preferred
  • Valid driver’s license may be required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write in primary language used in the workplace
  • Able to stand and walk frequently throughout an 8+ hour workday
  • Able to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and pivot frequently throughout workday
  • Able to lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 75 pounds occasionally

Job Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalency education certificate
  • 2+ years of maintenance experience, preferably in a hotel or similar facility
  • Electrical and/or plumbing certification preferred
  • Valid driver’s license may be required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to speak, read, and write in the primary language used in the workplace

Job Duties

  • Proactively maintain the physical building structure, building systems, and equipment by performing preventative and routine maintenance
  • Complete grounds and custodial work as needed or assigned
  • Use tools and other power equipment, following all manufacturer and other safety guidelines to ensure safety of self and others
  • Complete needed or assigned building, equipment, or room repairs including but not limited to plumbing, painting, carpentry, sheetrock, and electrical work
  • Prioritize repairs or maintenance needs that may inconvenience or negatively impact the experience of hotel guests
  • Effectively communicate with hotel departments to ensure timely response and completion of maintenance needs
  • Listen to guests and empathize with their challenges, notify other departments and act on guests concerns when necessary
  • Always maintain professionalism consistent with hotel brand and company expectations
  • Know, maintain, and communicate hotel emergency procedures
  • inform and assist guests or hotel operations in emergencies
  • If applicable, maintain balance and security of house bank and accurately log all transactions

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location