Mechanical Engineer

Crescent Careers•Charlotte, NC

28d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for an Engineer who enjoys working with their hands, solving problems, learning new skills, and taking pride in maintaining a great hotel environment. The position is intentionally broad and hands-on, with responsibilities ranging from preventative maintenance and electrical systems to HVAC, plumbing, pool equipment, furniture repair, and building appearance. The Engineering team is crucial in ensuring that everything in the hotel functions correctly, contributing to guest comfort and satisfaction. Every associate, including the Engineering team, is considered part of the guest experience, with their work directly impacting guest comfort, convenience, and the overall environment.

Requirements

Natural problem-solver who enjoys figuring out how to fix things.
Hands-on and comfortable working with tools and equipment.
Dependable and accountable and takes ownership of assigned work.
Detail-oriented and understands that small maintenance issues can become big problems if ignored.
Safety-minded and committed to following proper hotel safety procedures.
Adaptable and willing to learn, because no two maintenance days are exactly alike.
Team player who is willing to pitch in and help coworkers.
Guest-focused and understands that engineering directly impacts the guest experience.
Strong communicator who can receive instructions and provide clear updates on work assignments.
Professional and courteous, especially when interacting with guests.
Comfortable with climbing, reading, standing, walking, and routinely lifting approximately 25–50 pounds.
Maintain professional work habits.
Remain adaptable.
Solve routine problems.
Learn new skills.
Follow hotel safety and security procedures.

Nice To Haves

Enjoys working with their hands.
Enjoys solving problems.
Enjoys learning new skills.
Takes pride in maintaining a great hotel environment.
Is the person friends call when something needs to be fixed.
Is naturally curious about how things work.
Enjoys seeing the results of their work.
Sees a problem and immediately starts thinking about the solution.
Takes pride in fixing something the right way—not just the fastest way.
Likes learning how equipment and systems work.
Doesn't mind getting your hands dirty.
Can work independently but knows when to ask for help.
Takes pride in a hotel that looks great and operates properly.
Understands that the work you do behind the scenes directly affects the guest experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with preventative maintenance throughout the hotel.
Complete maintenance work orders and repairs to maintain the hotel's quality standards.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance assignments, including guest room “room care.”
Inspect electrical systems such as air-conditioning controls, televisions, and lighting systems and perform minor repairs or replacements.
Assist with routine and major repairs involving hotel equipment and systems.
Service the hotel pool, including cleaning filters and adjusting chemicals as required.
Complete maintenance request forms and maintain accurate maintenance logs.
Help maintain the hotel's exterior and curb appeal through tasks such as painting, gardening, lawn care, and snow removal as applicable.
Repair, refurbish, paint, and finish guest room furniture and fixtures, including cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows, and counters.
Respond professionally and courteously to guest questions, requests, and maintenance concerns.
Communicate maintenance issues and work progress to the appropriate leadership.
Assist coworkers and other departments when needed.
Operate heavy machinery and work safely in varying temperature conditions.
Complete other job-related duties as assigned.