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We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast 🚀).
With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.
But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).
What this role is all about
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 will perform maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance, to all areas of the hotel.
What you’ll be doing
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 will perform maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance, to all areas of the hotel.
Paints, stains and varnishes using brushes and rollers
Repairs surfaces, plaster, trim and sheetrock, sands sandblast and burns as needed old finishes,
Erects scaffold and ladders as needed
Ability to mix and match paint, requisitions supplies, refinishing as needed furniture, hangs and repairs wall paper and vinyl
May also perform other minor maintenance and repairs and/or conduct preventative maintenance duties as needed.
Ensure that assigned equipment is prepared and operational for the following day’s work.
Adhere to federal, state and local regulations concerning safety or other compliance requirements, as well as brand standards and local policy and procedures to ensure quality, safety, and consistency. Report all unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. May educate and train hotel staff in the safe and proper use of equipment.
Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc., replenishes supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, and minimizes waste.
Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions, complaints and/or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction.
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments
Assist with other duties as assigned.
Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information
Pay ranges from $28.80 to $32. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and job-specific experience/overall experience.
How we reward you
At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.
Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:
Our Commitment to You
Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Before You Apply
To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Sonesta is now the 8th largest hotel company in the US, with 13 brands that consist of 1100 hotels, 100K+ rooms across three continents and include The Royal Sonesta, The James Hotels, Classico Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels & Resorts, MOD Collection by Sonesta, Sonesta Select, Sonesta ES Suites, Sonesta Simply Suites, Red Lion Hotels, Inns & Suites by Sonesta, Signature Inn by Sonesta, Americas Best Value Inn by Sonesta and Canadas Best Value Inn by Sonesta.
With the growth of the company, we have also expanded our award-winning guest loyalty program – Sonesta Travel Pass. Offering guests a variety of travel experiences, free nights, value added perks, points that can be redeemed at any of Sonesta's hotels.
Sprung from the classic hoteliers of the mid-20th century, Sonesta is a collection of hotels, resorts, suites and cruises enjoys a rich history celebrating over 85 years in hospitality. When savvy travelers stay in one of our locations throughout the world, they are treated to a genuine experience, reflective of the culture and personality of the destination. Guests are always delighted to find that we have let the outside culture in!
As one of the original hoteliers in the United States, Sonesta has a solid understanding of what drives the passion for travel – service, beautiful surroundings and an unmatched destination experience delivered with style. It’s our employees who deliver on this promise with integrity and passion, ensuring our future will be as strong as our past.
Discover what you have been missing at Sonesta. Join us. We can’t wait to meet you.
