Hotel Maintenance Technician - Fairfield Inn & Suites NY

Marriott NY•New York, NY

About The Position

The Hotel Maintenance Technician (Line Engineer I) supports the hotel’s day-to-day maintenance by completing basic repairs and preventive maintenance under supervision. This entry-level position provides foundational facilities-operations experience and helps maintain guest comfort and safety. The role includes inspecting and documenting the condition of guest rooms, public areas, equipment, and maintenance work; responding to routine service calls and emergencies; following safety procedures and applicable building codes; maintaining tools and work areas; and communicating work status and issues to engineering management. The position requires physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing ladders, and a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with tools.
Willingness to learn and follow instructions.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
0–1 year of general maintenance or facilities experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with maintenance and repair of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and guestroom systems under supervision.
Respond to routine service calls promptly and in a guest-friendly manner.
Complete light maintenance tasks, including replacing bulbs, minor drywall repair, touch-up painting, and changing filters.
Assist with troubleshooting maintenance issues and identifying root causes.
Perform daily inspections of guest rooms, public areas, and equipment, and document findings.
Maintain detailed logs and accurate records of maintenance activity, completed work, project updates, equipment status, work orders, and shift issues.
Learn and follow company safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout and PPE use, and comply with departmental safety procedures.
Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local building codes and regulations.
Identify and promptly address unsafe or hazardous conditions affecting guests or employees.
Follow company Standard Operating Procedures in daily operations.
Assist in monitoring facility systems and responding promptly and effectively to malfunctions and emergencies.
Act quickly during building emergencies to protect guests, staff, and assets, and restore systems to normal operations after disruptions.
Keep maintenance areas, tools, and equipment clean, safe, secure, organized, lubricated, and properly stored.
Safeguard assigned tool pouch and equipment according to engineering department standards.
Report to work on time and in full uniform, and maintain professional appearance and conduct in guest and team interactions.
Communicate work status, material needs, and delayed tasks to engineering management.
Comply with policies in the M&R Employee Handbook and perform additional duties assigned by management.