Facilities Maintenance - Engineer I

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance - Engineer I

Department: Facility Maintenance

Reports To: Director of Engineering 

Schedule: Flexible; Mornings and Evening Shifts

Job Type: Full- Time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 hourly

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: 620 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL33301

Join the Riverside Hotel Team

Family-owned and operated since 1936, Riverside Hotel is more than a Fort Lauderdale landmark it is a place to build a rewarding hospitality career. Join an organization that has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our employees use their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services products in the industry. The Riverside Hotel has a sincere vision and approach to hospitality that extends from the workplace far into the community. 

How To Apply

Ready to build your hospitality career with Riverside Hotel?

Explore our company culture, employee benefits, and current opportunities at www.riversidehotel.com

Riverside Hotel is seeking a hands on Engineer I to join our team and help maintain a safe, comfortable, and exceptional hotel experience for our guests. If you enjoy troubleshooting, solving problems, and working in a dynamic hospitality environment, we encourage you to apply today.

As an Engineer I, you will help ensure the hotel remains safe, comfortable, and fully operational for our guests and team members by performing preventative maintenance, repairs, and general engineering support throughout the property.

What You'll Do

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on hotel equipment, guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest and departmental maintenance requests.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and mechanical systems.
• Complete preventative maintenance assignments according to established schedules and hotel standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public spaces, and building systems to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Support the setup, maintenance, and breakdown of equipment for meetings, events, and special functions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and local building codes.
• Assist with emergency response situations, including power outages, water leaks, equipment malfunctions, and guest-related maintenance concerns.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe manner.
• Monitor inventory levels of maintenance supplies and communicate replenishment needs.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Promote energy conservation and sustainability initiatives by identifying and reporting inefficiencies in building systems.

Physical Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift more with assistance.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated work areas safely.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and twisting.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures.
• Manual dexterity required to operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely.
• Ability to hear, see, and communicate effectively to identify maintenance issues and respond to emergencies.
• Capable of working in confined spaces and around mechanical, electrical, and HVAC equipment.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations and work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical,dental, and vision insurance
• Fee basic life and long term disability insurance; short-term disability coverage available.
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Birthday Pay 
• 401(k) match up to 6% after six months
• Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Tenure based medical discounts
• Free covered parking and a complimentary meal
• Restaurant and hotel discounts.

*We are a drug-free workplace*

Las Olas Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.