Area Maintenance Technician

A&R Group•Daphne, AL

About The Position

A&R Group Hospitality is hiring an experienced Area Maintenance Technician to support its Mobile, Alabama market. The role provides hands-on maintenance across Hampton by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton, and Holiday Inn Express hotels, ensuring mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, fire safety, and pool and spa systems remain in proper working order. The position includes regular travel between properties and collaboration with hotel management, on-site Chief Engineers, maintenance staff, contractors, and vendors. The technician also supports safety, energy conservation, sustainability, and operational efficiency initiatives, and upholds Hilton and IHG brand standards. The role is hourly and non-exempt, with after-hours and emergency support, including on-call rotations, weekends, holidays, and severe weather response.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of hotel, facility, or building maintenance experience.
At least 3 years of management or multi-property oversight experience.
In-depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pool and spa, and fire safety systems.
Certified Pool and Spa Operator (CPO) certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
Valid driver's license, clean motor vehicle record, and active automobile insurance.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel between assigned properties.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and during severe weather conditions as needed.
Strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
Comfort using office software and maintenance management systems.
Comprehensive understanding of safety regulations and loss control principles.
High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and composure under pressure.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds, climb ladders up to 30 feet, and work in high or confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering.
Certified Chief Engineer (CCE) certification from the National Association of Hotel & Lodging Engineers.
Certified Maintenance Employee (CME) certification from AHLEI.
HVAC license.
Strong knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems.
Proven success managing engineering teams across multiple facilities.
Familiarity with regional building codes, environmental standards, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs, inspections, and preventive maintenance on building systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and pool and spa equipment at Mobile hotels.
Maintain and monitor pool and spa operations in compliance with local health and safety regulations, including chemical testing, water balancing, and equipment upkeep.
Assist on-site Chief Engineers and maintenance staff with hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting.
Ensure ongoing compliance with safety standards, health codes, and building regulations.
Document maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment status, and report on preventive maintenance, corrective actions, and capital improvement needs.
Respond to guest and staff maintenance requests in a timely, professional manner.
Support energy conservation, sustainability, and operational efficiency initiatives.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors on repairs, service calls, and capital projects.
Provide after-hours and emergency support, including on-call rotations, weekends, holidays, and severe weather response.
Travel regularly between the Hampton, Home2 Suites, and Holiday Inn Express properties in the Mobile market.
Foster strong working relationships with hotel management teams, maintenance staff, contractors, and vendors.
Promote a positive company image and uphold Hilton and IHG brand standards at all three properties.