Shift Engineer

The Shift Engineer is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs to the building, guest rooms, back-of-house, and equipment throughout the property. This position ensures the consistent upkeep of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other building systems to ensure safety, efficiency, and a luxury environment for guests and colleagues. 

This full-time position has an hourly compensation of $35.00 an hour.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Respond to guest room maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner. 

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on all mechanical equipment including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevators, and fire safety systems. 

• Maintain tools, equipment, and engineering spaces in safe and operational condition. 

• Complete daily shift reports and communicate work orders with the engineering team. 

• Assist with setup and breakdown of event spaces and support special project work. 

• Monitor BMS and respond to equipment alerts or alarms promptly. 

• Assist contractors and vendors during scheduled repairs and inspections. 

• Support efforts to maintain DOH, OSHA, and local compliance standards. 

• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the engineering shop and all mechanical areas. 

• Rotate on-call responsibilities and respond to emergencies as required. 

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in hotel engineering or facilities maintenance. 

• Technical training or certification in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical preferred. 

• Knowledge of building systems, life safety, and preventative maintenance techniques. 

• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and operate maintenance equipment safely. 

• Working knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines and NYC building codes. 

• Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and safety documents. 

 

SKILLS 

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. 

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently. 

• Detail-oriented with commitment to quality and guest satisfaction. 

• Good communication and teamwork across departments. 

• Flexibility to respond to varying schedules, demands, and emergencies. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas 

• Ability to move safely in uneven terrain or in confined spaces 

• Remain active, constantly moving, or prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer throughout work shift 

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of constantly moving objects, may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.