Engineer 2 - Hotel Maintenance Specialist

About the Role

Kessler Hospitality’s portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels features unique design, luxurious accommodations, enriching ambiance, and intuitive service. With properties throughout Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and South Carolina, each hotel’s exquisite art, music, and cultural influences are intentionally approachable. As the founding member of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, Kessler Hospitality champions bold, original hotels designed with distinctive style and the Individualist traveler in mind.

The AAA Four Diamond JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District is located in the heart of historic Savannah on the riverfront, offering easy access to downtown shopping, dining, bars, and walking tours. Once a power plant, Plant Riverside District blends historic charm with modern luxury across three unique buildings: the Power Plant, Three Muses, and the Atlantic.

Responsibilities

• Make repairs to the hotel air conditioning system: change filters, clean coils, replace motors.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment (e.g., boilers, chillers, HVAC, electrical).
• Take required readings on equipment and test cooling towers; record readings.
• Replace and program televisions as needed.
• Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs, and fixtures.
• Perform furniture repair.
• Replace and repair pumps.
• Perform plumbing repairs (e.g., clogged drains, copper pipe, washers, handles, drain fittings).
• Read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Trace and repair all types of water lines.
• Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
• Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records.
• Ensure work complies with local, state, and federal codes.
• Test, clean, and repair swimming pools and spas.
• Paint designated areas.
• Repair and finish sheetrock.
• Repair all types of wall coverings.
• Repair and program the hotel electronic lock system.
• Assist in supervising other engineering staff members.
• Assist in scheduling preventive maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a warm, friendly demeanor and communicate effectively with employees and guests.
• Attend all required hotel meetings and trainings.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards for safety, efficiency, and personal appearance.
• Identify and assist in implementing solutions to operational problems.
• Cross-train in other hotel-related areas as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; one year of experience in a hotel or related field required.
• At least two years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Trade school and/or college coursework in a related field preferred.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; attentive, friendly, and service-oriented demeanor.
• Ability to listen, understand, and clarify concerns from employees and guests.
• Initiative to anticipate guest or operational needs and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to understand and apply complex information from various sources.