Maintenance Engineer I

Janko Hospitality•Naperville, IL

22h

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring that all hotel facilities, equipment, and systems are operating safely, efficiently, and in good working order. This role performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections to maintain a safe, comfortable, and operational environment for guests and staff.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Technical training or certification in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or general maintenance preferred.
Previous experience in hotel maintenance highly desired.
Must be able to verbally communicate clearly with hotel leaders and fellow employees.
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with hot steam, water, and cleaning chemicals.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
Must be able to push, pull, and lift heavy objects.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or certification in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or general maintenance preferred.
Previous experience in hotel maintenance highly desired.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and inspections of hotel systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and mechanical equipment.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair maintenance issues in guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house areas, and hotel equipment.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, ensuring minimal disruption to guests and operations.
Conduct preventative maintenance tasks according to established schedules to prevent equipment failure and reduce downtime.
Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, and inventory records for equipment, tools, and supplies.
Assist with installation, modification, and repair of hotel equipment and facilities.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure safety and operational standards are met.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety codes and regulations.
Support special projects such as renovations, upgrades, and emergency repairs as needed.