Residence Inn Houston Downtown Convention Center - Engineer

Aimbridge Hospitality•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Maintenance Engineer keeps the hotel’s systems and facilities operating safely and smoothly, helping provide guests and staff with a comfortable environment. The role includes hands-on work with plumbing, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and other hotel systems, as well as preventive maintenance and repairs in guest rooms, common areas, and on equipment. The position also involves responding to urgent issues and emergencies while prioritizing guest safety. The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. Experience in hotel maintenance or a related field is preferred, and a trade license in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or carpentry is highly desirable.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Ability to move objects weighing over 50 pounds, climb ladders, and perform physically demanding tasks.
Follow OSHA safety guidelines when using tools, handling chemicals, and operating machinery.

Nice To Haves

Experience in hotel maintenance or a related field is preferred.
A trade license in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or carpentry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair, and fine-tune hotel plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and other systems.
Perform preventive maintenance in guest rooms and common areas and on equipment such as refrigerators and ice machines.
Perform minor carpentry, painting, and furniture repairs.
Respond to equipment problems, leaks, and electrical issues.
Address emergencies such as fire alarms and power outages, prioritizing guest safety.
Move objects weighing over 50 pounds, climb ladders, and complete physically demanding tasks.
Follow OSHA safety guidelines when using tools, handling chemicals, and operating machinery.
Keep work areas clean and safe, and store tools and hazardous materials properly.