We’re People People. Are you?
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 position of Engineer is responsible for but not limited to mechanical operation of Chillers, Boilers, Cooling towers, Electrical systems, Fire alarm systems, HVAC units, Air handler’s, as well as guestroom InnComm system. Directs maintenance personnel and conducts repairs as well as preventative maintenance in the plant.
What you’ll be doing
Key Job Functions
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on mechanical equipment.
- Identify and troubleshoot problems, make repairs as follows: replace bearings and belts and check for proper alignment, repair fan coil units, replace piping and fittings and maintain appropriate records of preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Respond to requests and make the necessary repairs in a timely and courteous manner.
- Assist with requests to shut down water, steam and gas supplies.
- Change filters on HVAC and fan coil units
- Ability to understand guests’ service needs & requests.
- Ability to acknowledge guests’ requests in a polite manner
- Ability to work all shifts as needed, including holidays, weekends, and vacation/sick relief and during hurricanes
- Mechanical skills
- Ability to work with computerized energy management systems
- Good communication skills and ability to have good judgment
- May be required to perform other duties as required by engineering management.
- Build solid relationship with your Colleagues
- Treat colleagues with respect and dignity
- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
- Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist operations to perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.
- Deliver Passionate & Engaging Service to our Guests
- You will be passionate and truly engaged in taking care of our guests, recognizing individual guests and anticipating their unique needs in order to exceed their expectations
- You will consistently deliver our GUEST model:
- Greet or welcome everyone, warmly with a smile
- Use eye and ear contact and guest’s name
- Establish/anticipate needs
- Solve and own all requests/complaints
- Thank everyone
Qualifications and Skills
A candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his/her competency.
- Must have a minimum 2 Class Air Conditioning & Boiler Stationary Engineer’s Certificates
- Minimum 5 years in school and/or hands-on work experience in buildings with complex plumbing systems.
- Individual should have broad, practical experience in the fields of stationary engineering, building maintenance, electrical and plumbing.
- Candidate must be familiar hotel systems and equipment in order to make repair within the building preferred.
Education and/or Experience
Must have engineering experience and 2nd class Boilers and a 2nd class Air conditioning/Refrigeration license
Must have valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; extreme cold, extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information
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:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Educational Assistance
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these ✈️)
- Additional Perks & Employee Discounts
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.
Skills Required
- Minimum two Class Air Conditioning and Boiler Stationary Engineer certificates
- At least five years of school and/or hands-on experience working in buildings with complex plumbing systems
- Broad practical experience in stationary engineering, building maintenance, electrical, and plumbing
- Engineering experience with second-class boiler and second-class air conditioning/refrigeration licenses
- Valid motor vehicle operator's license
- Familiarity with hotel systems and equipment
- Ability to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, vacation or sick relief, and during hurricanes
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally
What We Do
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is a rapidly expanding hospitality company that operates a diverse portfolio of hotel brands ranging from upscale to extended stay across the U.S. and internationally.
