Hotel Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Hotel Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining repair of all property equipment, buildings and grounds for both the Hilton Garden Inn and the Homewood Suites located at Ocean Bluff Ave, San Diego, CA 92130. This role ensures a safe, functional, and comfortable environment for guests and employees by focusing on daily operational maintenance, preventive care, and responding to maintenance requests. As an entry-level position, the Engineer I works under the guidance of senior maintenance staff and follows established procedures to support the overall upkeep and safety of the hotels.

We’re currently hiring for a full-time position, shifts vary depending on organizational duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

General Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform minor repairs in guest rooms, including furniture, doors, windows, locks, light fixtures, and appliances
• Address issues with in-room amenities such as TVs, mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffee makers
• Replace air filters in HVAC systems to ensure proper airflow and efficiency

Common Area Maintenance

• Maintain cleanliness and functionality in public spaces, including lobbies, hallways, and restrooms
• Perform basic repairs such as replacing light bulbs, fixing minor wall damage, and conducting paint touch-ups
• Ensure fire alarms, exit signs, and emergency lights are operational and inspected regularly

Plumbing & Electrical Maintenance

• Unclog drains, fix faucets, replace showerheads, and repair minor toilet issues
• Report significant plumbing concerns to senior technicians
• Replace light bulbs, fix faulty switches and outlets, and assist with troubleshooting electrical systems
• Report major electrical problems to senior maintenance staff

HVAC & Preventive Maintenance

• Clean vents and filters to maintain HVAC efficiency
• Conduct routine checks on air conditioning units, heaters, water heaters, elevators, and laundry machines
• Inspect exterior areas for potential safety hazards

Guest Service Support

• Respond promptly to maintenance-related guest requests and concerns
• Assist front desk and housekeeping teams in addressing maintenance issues affecting guests

Safety & Cleanliness

• Follow safety protocols when using tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Identify and report safety hazards such as wet floors, broken tiles, or malfunctioning equipment

Inventory & Seasonal Maintenance

• Help maintain an inventory of tools, materials, and frequently used supplies
• Assist in seasonal maintenance tasks such as HVAC system adjustments and snow removal preparation

Special Projects & Pool Maintenance

• Support larger repair projects, room refurbishments, or equipment installations.
• Test and adjust pool water chemistry (e.g., pH levels, chlorine)
• Perform routine pool cleaning, inspect pool pumps, filters, and heaters, and ensure pool area safety

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of general maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Familiarity with pool chemistry and maintenance best practices
• Ability to use tools and equipment safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team
• Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks efficiently

EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous experience in general maintenance, facilities, or hotel engineering is a plus but not required
• Training or certification in basic maintenance trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) is a plus but not required
• Pool maintenance certification (CPO) is a plus but not required

BENEFITS

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 6 paid holidays
• Hilton employee discounts on hotel stays and dining worldwide
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Friendly, team-oriented work environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodation. Each associate is expected to carry out all reasonable requests by management which the associate can perform.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The associate is frequently required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are the responsibilities of those an associate will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate regularly works near moving mechanical parts, occasionally works in outside weather conditions, and is frequently exposed to vibration. The associate is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The associate occasionally works in high precarious places. The noise level in the work environment varies. The associate will most often work alone.