Maintenance Engineer

About the role

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well‑defined strategies and objectives. The company is renowned for a fully integrated approach to hospitality services and outstanding client service. This position is responsible for the preventative and repair of the hotel’s mechanical/electrical systems and equipment, as well as the general maintenance and upkeep of the physical plant, FF&E, grounds, swimming pool, and related areas.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in mechanical or electrical systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing) and other hotel equipment.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance assignments (e.g., “room care”).
• Service the hotel’s pool, including adjusting chemicals, cleaning filters, completing maintenance request forms, and maintaining record logs.
• Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal (e.g., lawn care, painting, gardening).
• Adhere to all company policies, safety and security procedures, and fire‑prevention/emergency protocols.
• Utilize protective equipment and report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, near‑misses, or property damage to a supervisor.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and well‑groomed appearance as outlined in the team‑member handbook.
• Assist other engineering personnel as needed and perform any related duties requested by a supervisor/manager.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of all maintenance trades, including basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment.
• Ability to recognize potential safety hazards and security problems and act accordingly.
• Willingness to comply with hotel policies on appearance, grooming, safety, security, key control, and emergency procedures.
• Skilled in HVAC, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing routine mechanical and electrical malfunctions.
• Competence with basic hand and electric tools and familiarity with parts and materials.
• Education/experience equivalent to a high school diploma (preferred) or any combination providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of the building layout, including sleeping and function rooms.
• Strong customer‑service skills, including patience, tact, and diplomacy.
• Effective communication in English (listening, speaking, reading, writing).
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while maintaining a pleasant demeanor.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk, or sit continuously for the duration of a shift.
• Work in hot, cold, and wet conditions; stoop, kneel, crawl, and climb on various surfaces.
• Hear and see to detect emergency situations.
• Climb stairs and ladders rapidly, up to 30 feet high.
• Grasp, lift, and hold tools with good finger dexterity.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and walk significant distances between and within buildings.
• Lift and move objects up to 100 pounds.
• Frequent twisting, bending, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling.

Schedule

The hotel operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and weekly hours.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room discounts
• Employee food and beverage discounts