Shift Engineer – Maintenance & Guest Services

About the role

The Shift Engineer provides on‑site maintenance and repair support for guest rooms and hotel facilities, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for guests and staff.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to guest repair requests and communicate resolutions.
• Perform preventive maintenance on kitchen, mechanical room, and other equipment.
• Inspect tools, equipment, and machinery; carry necessary tools and radios.
• Identify and operate shut‑off valves for equipment and building utilities.
• Maintain inventory, requisition parts, and document daily activities for shift handover.
• Execute surface preparation, painting, minor drywall and wood‑trim repairs, and thorough clean‑up.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other guestroom items.
• Program televisions, manage housekeeping‑related inventory, and perform landscaping and sprinkler repairs.
• Apply Lockout/Tagout procedures before any maintenance work.
• Follow all safety, security, and company policies.

Required profile

• Basic knowledge or ability to learn air‑conditioning, refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 lb independently and heavier items with assistance.
• Strong communication skills and professional appearance.
• Commitment to safety procedures and confidentiality.

Required skills

• Air‑conditioning and refrigeration
• Electrical systems
• Mechanical maintenance
• Plumbing
• Pneumatic/electronic controls
• Carpentry and finish work
• Painting and drywall repair
• Landscaping and sprinkler system maintenance
• Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Basic computer skills for scheduling and inventory input