Maintenance Engineer - Graduate Iowa City

Job Summary

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking an energetic, experienced, and hands-on Maintenance Engineer to join their Graduate by Hilton Iowa City team. SHG is committed to hospitality, respect, authenticity, and continuous improvement. They offer a rewarding, fun, and flexible work environment, exciting perks, career growth opportunities, and a robust benefit package including work-study programs, telemedicine, and mental health support.

What's In It For You?

• Part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace invested in your development.
• A rewarding, fun, and flexible work environment.
• Exciting perks such as free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access.
• Multiple health insurance and life insurance options.
• A 401(k) plan with company match for eligible associates.
• Paid parental leave, paid time off, holiday pay, pet insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees property grounds, public areas, and hotel guest rooms.
• Conducts preventative maintenance to prevent breakdowns in hotel accommodations.
• Paints, replaces electrical accessories, maintains HVAC.
• Checks fixtures, lighting, and signs for proper operation; maintains an adequate supply of spare parts and light bulbs.
• Responds to maintenance orders in a timely manner.
• Fulfills work orders in a timely manner.
• Performs daily rounds, identifying and reporting problems.
• Completes various other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years in a hotel maintenance position preferred.
• One (1) year of college or trade school equivalent in a mechanical, electrical, and/or technical discipline.
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general carpentry.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Must be able to visually inspect machines.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Excellent time management skills.

Skills and Abilities

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Exceeds expectations of guests and team members.
• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Work-study programs.
• Telemedicine and virtual mental health care access.
• Multiple health insurance and life insurance options.
• A 401(k) plan with company match for eligible associates.
• Paid parental leave, paid time off, holiday pay, pet insurance, and employee assistance program.
• Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation range: $19.00 - $21.00/hour.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy.
• Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

About the Company

Schulte Companies is a leading third-party management company with extensive experience in the hospitality industry. They operate more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries, managing reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Hyatt, as well as many unique, independent, boutique, and lifestyle properties and restaurants.