Maintenance Engineer - Overnight

Job Description Summary

The Engineer performs general maintenance work to ensure hotel physical plant quality and safety standards are achieved and maintained. The Engineer takes care of the building, equipment and grounds of the hotel, performing maintenance and repairs and preventative maintenance across all hotel areas.

Interior and exterior of the building, with potential for guest‑facing contact and exposure to extreme temperatures outside the building.

Must be able to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, or 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching. Ability to stand during entire shift.

Must be flexible to work variable days, including weekends and holidays, and variable shifts (days, nights, overnights). Ten to twelve‑hour shifts may be required.

Specialized knowledge and skills or certification in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, equipment mechanics, HVAC, refrigeration, etc. Trade school and/or college coursework in related field preferred. Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.

• Perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned areas such as interior and exterior of buildings, hotel rooms, laundry and kitchen/refrigeration equipment, lighting, HVAC, ventilation, water treatment systems, and swimming pools.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a regular basis and ensure assigned equipment is maintained and operational.
• Adhere to federal, state and local safety regulations, brand standards and other compliance requirements.
• Report all unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc.
• Replenish supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner and minimize waste.
• Take required readings on equipment.
• Replace and program televisions as needed.
• Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
• Paint designated areas and perform plumbing repairs (e.g., clogged drains, copper pipe, change washers, change handles, drain fittings).
• Understand and read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures and repair all types of wall coverings.
• Repair and program hotel electronic lock system.
• Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience to ensure overall guest satisfaction.
• Display professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Attend departmental pre‑shift and mandatory meetings.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reading and writing abilities to document tasks, order supplies, receive instructions and read repair manuals.
• Basic mathematical skills, including percentages and quantity estimation.
• Professional verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Prioritization and time‑management skills.
• Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to guests, managers and fellow employees.

$21.50 – $23.00 per hour. Base pay may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills and overall experience.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts
• Hospital Indemnity
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.