What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hotel Maintenance Engineer position at Westin Waltham Boston?
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Hotel Maintenance Engineer to ensure the seamless operation and upkeep of our hotel facilities. In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting a wide range of building systems and equipment to provide a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for guests and staff alike. Your expertise will help uphold the highest standards of facility maintenance, ensuring all aspects of the hotel’s infrastructure run smoothly and efficiently. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your technical skills in a dynamic hospitality setting, contributing directly to guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
Duties
- Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) units, and building interior components to ensure optimal functionality.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment using schematics, wiring diagrams, and tools such as ohmmeters to diagnose issues accurately.
- Conduct HVAC system repairs, including servicing air conditioning units, furnaces, ventilation fans, and related controls to maintain comfortable indoor environments.
- Execute plumbing maintenance tasks such as pipe repairs, leak detection, drain cleaning, and system upgrades to prevent disruptions.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and carpentry skills to carry out repairs or modifications on facilities infrastructure.
- Maintain facilities equipment by performing scheduled maintenance on elevators, boilers, generators, and other mechanical systems.
- Lead or assist with maintenance painting projects to uphold the aesthetic quality of interior spaces.
- Read and interpret schematics for electrical wiring, plumbing layouts, or mechanical systems to facilitate accurate repairs.
- Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities using MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) procedures for accountability and future reference.
- Respond promptly to guest or staff maintenance requests with professionalism and a customer service-oriented attitude.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards by following proper procedures when handling electrical work, welding tasks, or hazardous materials.
Skills
- Strong mechanical knowledge combined with hands-on experience in electrical work, plumbing system maintenance, HVAC repair, and building interior upkeep.
- Proficiency in reading schematics for electrical circuits and mechanical systems; familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is a plus.
- Skilled in operating hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and electrical testing devices such as ohmmeters.
- Experience with facilities maintenance including HVAC systems repair, plumbing repairs, electrical equipment troubleshooting & repair.
- Knowledge of residential painting techniques along with maintenance painting skills to enhance interior aesthetics.
- Ability to interpret technical schematics accurately; experience with building interior maintenance is essential.
- Excellent customer service skills with a positive attitude toward guest satisfaction and team collaboration.
- Leadership qualities that enable effective supervision or assistance during complex repair projects or team tasks.
- Fluency in English for clear communication with team members and guests; additional language skills are advantageous but not required.
Join us as a Hotel Maintenance Engineer where your technical expertise will directly impact our guests’ experience! Bring your passion for facility upkeep into a vibrant environment that values safety, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional service delivery every day!
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26