Building Engineer

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

About Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Since 1924, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel has stood at the center of Seattle, not just geographically, but culturally. Generations of guests have arrived and left as part of the story: dignitaries and rock stars, brides and business titans, locals marking milestones they'll tell their grandchildren about.

Our colleagues don't just work here. They hold the keys, to a guest's first unforgettable Seattle visit, to a memory that outlasts the stay, to the moments that make the us the Olympic.

Join the legacy. A century of stories has been written here; become part of what's written next.

About the

Application Process:

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner Assess First prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Olympic as our new Building Engineer I.The Fairmont Olympic Hotel is seeking a skilled, hands-on, and service-oriented Engineer I to join our Engineering team. As part of our historic luxury property, you will help maintain the hotel’s facilities, equipment, and building systems to ensure a safe, comfortable, and exceptional experience for our guests and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and other building systems.

Respond promptly to guest requests, maintenance concerns, and operational work orders while maintaining a professional and service-oriented approach.

Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, meeting spaces, and back‑of‑house areas to identify and address maintenance needs.

Diagnose equipment issues, identify potential causes, and complete repairs or
** escalate
* * complex issues to the appropriate team member.

Assist with inspections, testing, and maintenance of life‑safety systems in accordance with hotel procedures and applicable safety requirements.

Perform general maintenance and repairs, including basic carpentry, drywall repair, painting, caulking, and other finish work consistent with the hotel’s standards.

Support the operation and maintenance of hotel equipment, tools, and mechanical systems to promote reliability and minimize service disruptions.

Document completed work orders, maintenance activities, equipment issues, and follow‑up requirements accurately and promptly.

Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas while following established safety procedures and proper equipment‑handling practices.

Communicate maintenance concerns, equipment deficiencies, and potential safety hazards to the appropriate supervisor.

Collaborate with Engineering colleagues and other hotel departments to support daily operations and respond to property needs.

Assist with special projects, scheduled maintenance programs, and other departmental responsibilities as assigned.

What will you bring to this role?

High school diploma or GED required.

Minimum of three years of experience in maintenance, facilities, building engineering, or a related technical field.

Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building systems.

Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues,…