Repair & Maintenance - Class 1 Engineer

Job Overview

The Omni Viking Lakes Hotel, a 320‑room luxury hotel located in the 200‑acre Viking Lakes mixed‑use development, is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to ensure a safe, efficient, and well‑maintained hotel/resort environment. The role includes construction and maintenance of building systems and coordination with contractors and service providers.

Salary starts at $24.00/hour based on experience. Full‑time associates can elect the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, other healthcare benefits, Paid Maternity Leave, 401(k), Paid Time Off Accrual, and additional associate benefits such as spa discounts, discounted rates at Omni properties, corporate discounts, and continued education opportunities.

• Inspect facilities periodically to determine problems and necessary maintenance.
• Perform inspections and routine maintenance on building systems (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, hydraulic, etc.).
• Upgrade and replace old wiring and insulated cables, clean circuits, and use diagnostic devices to evaluate equipment performance.
• Contribute to development of maintenance budget and ensure compliance.
• Monitor inventory of materials and equipment, place orders when necessary, and control maintenance expenses.
• Manage relationships with contractors and service providers.
• Maintain detailed logs and report on daily activities.
• Execute electrical wiring plans for lighting, intercom, and other systems; set up exhibits.
• Install electrical apparatus, fixtures, and equipment for alarm and safety systems.
• Prepare and assemble conduits and connect wiring in circuits and networks.
• Diagnose hazards or malfunctions, repair or substitute damaged units, and conduct effective troubleshooting.
• Maintain all electrical equipment according to preventive maintenance program.
• Provide technical assistance to other engineers; receive direction from engineering management.
• Respond promptly to radio house calls and update work requests via the Synergy system.
• Understand Omni fire alarm procedures, hotel rules, and regulations, and adhere to lock‑out/tag‑out and arc‑flash precautions.
• Clean all work areas after completion of jobs and uphold Omni Associate appearance standards.

• Diploma in relevant vocational training or completed apprenticeship as an electrician with a valid license.
• Minimum five years’ experience in industrial and/or commercial electrical systems; HVAC certification preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, including electrical and heating.
• Willingness to abide by health & safety practices and regulations.
• Favorable guest interaction with a friendly and outgoing demeanor.
• Ability to prioritize and self‑manage assigned work, and to troubleshoot a wide variety of equipment independently.
• Demonstrated budgeting and performance management understanding.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Availability to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Move, bend, lift, carry, push, pull, and place moderate to heavy objects without assistance.
• Stand or walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Respond quickly to sounds and identify dangerous situations.
• Climb ladders safely while carrying moderate to heavy weight.
• Wear personal protective equipment when required.

• Indoor hotel areas, including all resort facilities.
• Exterior hotel areas with exposure to weather conditions.
• Exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures and hazardous chemicals.

• Power tools and general engineering tools for HVAC, electrical, and plumbing equipment.
• Multi‑meter (Class III, UL Listed).
• Desktop computer, printer, telephone, fax, copier, and other office supplies.

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.