
Job Location WDI - Durham, NC 27705 Position Type Full Time Salary Range $22.00 Hourly
Join Our Team as a Maintenance Technician!
Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club – Durham, NC
Are you a hands-on problem solver with a positive attitude? Bring your talents to the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, where Southern charm meets world-class hospitality. Nestled on the scenic Duke University campus and surrounded by lush golf course views, our award-winning property offers the perfect setting to grow your career.
As a Maintenance Engineering Technician, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our property stays in top condition. From fixing plumbing and electrical issues to supporting improvement projects, your work helps deliver exceptional experiences for every guest.
What You’ll Do
Assist in maintaining a safe environment for hotel employees and guests by responding promptly to all maintenance requests
Troubleshoot and repair general maintenance issues, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks
Perform preventive maintenance on plumbing and electrical systems (e.g., checking outlets, pipe systems, fixtures)
Inspect and make minor repairs to HVAC systems, toilets, sinks, pipelines, and other fixtures
Check electrical systems such as refrigeration controls, televisions, and lighting, performing minor repairs as needed
Repair and maintain furniture and structures (e.g., cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows, counters)
Complete painting projects, wallpaper repair/hanging, and finishing work on furniture and structures
Collaborate on renovation and improvement projects to keep the property in excellent condition
Ensure all work meets safety and quality standards
Why You’ll Love Working Here (Benefits)
Supportive, team-oriented environment that feels like family
Competitive pay and opportunities for growth
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, plus supplemental coverage (Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness & Accident)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program and 8 Paid Holidays annually
401(k) with employer match (eligible after 6 months of employment)
Complimentary employee meals & free on-site parking
Family & Friends room and dining discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
If you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy variety in your day, and want to be part of a team that values your contributions - we want to meet you!
Apply today and become part of something special.
1–3 years of experience as a maintenance engineer or repairman ( experience in a high-volume hotel or resort preferred)
Degree, certification, or training in engineering is a plus
Ability to use general repair tools, read basic drawings and specifications, and make rough estimates of required material
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Ability to bend, stand, and walk frequently
Strong communication skills (written and spoken)

The Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is located on the campus of Duke University, only twenty minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and ten minutes from Research Triangle Park. Nestled on 300 acres filled with tall pines and hardwoods, the Inn is known for its beautiful facility and grounds, 271 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, marvelous cuisine in the Fairview Dining Room—winner of the AAA Four Diamond Award, Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award and Wine Spectator Award of Excellence—the Bull Durham Bar, the Robert Trent Jones-designed 18-hole championship Duke University golf course, and its convenience to local points of interest.
The Washington Duke Inn is set apart from other area hotels and conference centers by unparalleled service, a gracious staff, luxurious interiors and attention to detail. From the moment you enter our doors, you will experience the legacy of Southern hospitality that has become synonymous with the Duke name. The Inn is owned by Duke University and is managed by WDI Hospitality, LLC of Durham, North Carolina.
Each and every day at the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, we take pride in being an award winning team, providing exceptional hospitality through memorable personal service while honoring our Duke heritage. Do you have a lively personality, a quick smile, and a passion for providing superb customer service? Then the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is looking for YOU!
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For more information or reservations call 919.490.0999 or 800.443.3853, or by visiting washingtondukeinn.com, and on Facebook at facebook.com/WashingtonDukeInn and on Twitter at twitter.com/washingtonduke.