Engineer (Substitute/Temporary)

About the role

Equinox Hotels + Resorts is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance tasks across all areas of the hotel, including guestrooms, bathrooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities. You will also coordinate with external contractors and manage supply stocks.

Responsibilities

• Treat guests with courtesy and respect in all situations.
• Perform glass, window, and mirror repairs.
• Perform electrical repairs such as lamps, small appliances, and telephone installation/removal.
• Carry out carpentry repairs like door/window moldings, banisters, and furniture.
• Handle door and lock repairs including hinge replacements, lock replacements, and key inventory management.
• Maintain and repair hotel walls, floors, and equipment.
• Operate and maintain HVAC, laundry equipment, and kitchen appliances.
• Respond to maintenance requests from guests and report major repairs to management.
• Support other departments and guest activities as needed.
• Ensure compliance with hotel facilities procedures and respond to safety concerns.
• Perform preventive maintenance on guest rooms and public areas.
• Communicate effectively with contractors and management.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Requirements

• Satisfactory English communication skills (speaking, reading, writing).
• Attention to detail, speed, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Quick thinking and appropriate action in emergency situations.
• Flexible schedule (AM, PM, Overnight, Weekends & Holidays).
• Hotel or building maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment.
• Knowledge of proper equipment usage and repair.
• High School graduate or equivalent vocational training.
• AED & CPR Certification.

Qualifications

• Endurance for various physical movements throughout the work area.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Standing for long periods (up to 5 hours).
• Use of safety gear as needed (gloves, safety shoes, eye protection, hard hat, breathing apparatus).
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet conditions.
• One-on-one communication with guests, managers, and fellow employees.
• Observation of physical conditions and emergency situations.
• Reading and operating life safety equipment.

Skills

• General computer knowledge and ability to enter work orders and notes.
• Hotel or building maintenance experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of proper equipment usage and repair.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work well with co-workers and the public.

Pay

Competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Schedule

Sunday & Monday off
Tuesday 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Wednesday 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Thursday 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Friday 11pm to 7:30am
Saturday 11pm to 7:30am