Building Engineer I

AccorHotel • Seattle, WA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Fairmont Olympic Hotel is seeking a skilled, hands-on, service-oriented Building Engineer I to join its Engineering team. The role helps maintain the historic luxury hotel's facilities, equipment, and building systems to support a safe, comfortable, and exceptional experience for guests and colleagues. The position performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and related work across hotel systems and areas, while documenting activities and collaborating with Engineering colleagues and other departments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 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, identify solutions, and complete repairs safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Effective communication and customer service skills, including the ability to interact professionally with guests, colleagues, and department leaders.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple work orders, and respond to time-sensitive maintenance requests.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform maintenance-related physical tasks, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing as needed.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, based on departmental needs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous maintenance or engineering experience in a hotel, resort, luxury residential property, or similar environment.
• Technical or trade school education in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, facilities maintenance, or a related discipline.
• EPA certification or other relevant trade or technical certifications.
• Familiarity with building automation systems, preventive maintenance programs, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Experience working with maintenance work orders, equipment logs, and routine inspection documentation.

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 in a professional, service-oriented manner.
• Inspect guest rooms, public areas, meeting spaces, and back-of-house areas to identify and address maintenance needs.
• Diagnose equipment issues, identify potential causes, 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 to hotel standards.
• Support the operation and maintenance of hotel equipment, tools, and mechanical systems to promote reliability and minimize service disruptions.
• Accurately and promptly document completed work orders, maintenance activities, equipment issues, and follow-up requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas while following 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.

Benefits

• Complimentary upgrades, extended stays, and discounted stays across Fairmont and Raffles properties.
• Dining and wellness discounts.
• Hourly pay of $39.48.
• Employee travel program offering discounted rates at Fairmont and Accor properties worldwide.
• Parking and commuting discounts.
• Paid meal breaks and complimentary meals in the Staff Dining room.
• Learning programs through the company's Academies.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for full-time colleagues and their families, with supplemental insurance available.
• Free base employee-only medical insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% match.
• Opportunity to develop skills and grow within the property and worldwide.
• Opportunity to participate in Corporate Social Responsibility activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED