Lead Engineer

OverviewLead Engineer role at Sonesta International Hotels — The Engineer performs general maintenance work to ensure hotel physical plant quality and safety standards are achieved and maintained. The Engineer takes care of the building, equipment and grounds of the hotel. This position performs maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance, to all areas of the hotel. The Lead Engineer sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests, overseeing the daily operations of the hotel’s engineering function, providing direction to the engineering team and coordinating projects with hotel leadership.Responsibilities (Essential Functions)Perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned areas of expertise including the interior and exterior of buildings, hotel rooms and contents, laundry and kitchen/refrigeration equipment, lighting, heating, air conditioning (HVAC), ventilation, water treatment systems, and swimming pool, etc.Perform preventative maintenance on a regular basis and ensure that assigned equipment is maintained and operational.Adhere to federal, state and local safety regulations, brand standards and other compliance requirements.Report all unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc.Replenish supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner and minimize waste.Take required readings on equipment and replace/program televisions as needed.Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.Paint designated areas and perform plumbing repairs (e.g. clogged drains, copper pipe repairs, changing washers, handles, drain fittings, etc.).Understand and read blueprints and wiring diagrams.Refurbish furniture and fixtures and repair wall coverings.Repair and program hotel electronic lock systems.Address guest and management requests with professionalism and patience; display professional appearance and demeanor at all times.Attend departmental pre-shift and mandatory meetings; perform other duties as requested by management.Provide leadership, training and daily direction to the engineering spect completed work to ensure quality, brand standards compliance, and safety protocols.Act as the primary point of contact for emergency situations, ensuring swift resolution and communication with management and staff.Work EnvironmentInterior and exterior of building with potential for guest-facing contact.Exposure to extreme temperatures inside and outside of the building.Physical DemandsMust be able to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly to move objects.Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching.Ability to stand during entire shift.Expected Hours of WorkMust be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).Ten to twelve hour shifts sometimes required.Education And ExperienceSpecialized knowledge and skills or certification within a field such as plumbing, electrician, carpentry, equipment mechanics, HVAC, refrigeration, etc.Trade school and/or college coursework in related field preferred.Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.Qualifications And SkillsAttentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.Ability to prioritize and multitask.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Reading and writing abilities to document tasks, order supplies, receive instructions and read repair manuals.Mathematical skills, including basic math, percentages, quantities, and variances.Professional verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Prioritization and time management skills.BenefitsMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account with Company Match401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchPaid Vacation and Sick DaysSonesta Hotel DiscountsEducational AssistancePaid Parental LeaveCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceVarious Employee Perks and DiscountsHospital IndemnityCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceJob DetailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: HospitalityEqual opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17