Hotel Maintenance Engineer, Kenwood Inn and Spa

Maintenance Engineer - Kenwood Inn & Spa Kenwood Inn & Spa is a 30-room luxury boutique hotel in Sonoma Wine Country seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to take ownership of the property's day-to-day maintenance, preventative care, safety, and overall physical condition. This is a hands-on, independent role working closely with the General Manager and Assistant Manager. Because Kenwood Inn is a small boutique property without a large engineering department, we need someone with broad facilities experience who can troubleshoot a variety of building and mechanical systems, complete routine repairs independently, and recognize when specialized or licensed vendor support is required. This is not an entry-level position. The ideal candidate has several years of professional maintenance experience, preferably in a hotel, resort, hospitality, or comparable guest-facing environment, and understands how to complete work efficiently and professionally without disrupting the guest experience. Strong technical judgment, preventative maintenance, communication, organization, documentation, and follow-through are essential. When We Need You Monday-Friday, full-time Weekends, holidays, and after hours as needed for emergencies What You'll Work On Guestroom repairs and preventative maintenance Plumbing repairs and fixture replacement Electrical troubleshooting and lighting repair HVAC filters, thermostats, and basic system maintenance Boilers, water heaters, pumps, and other mechanical equipment Pool and spa equipment Gas fireplaces Doors, locks, handles, and hardware Painting, drywall, carpentry, and cabinetry repairs Furniture repairs and installations Irrigation and exterior lighting Walkways, patios, gates, courtyards, and exterior guest areas Power washing and general exterior upkeep Fire and life-safety equipment What We're Looking For Perform routine and emergency maintenance throughout guestrooms, public spaces, back-of-house areas, mechanical rooms, and exterior areas. Inspect guestrooms and common areas regularly to identify maintenance needs before they impact guests. Maintain an organized preventative maintenance program for guestrooms, equipment, mechanical systems, and public areas. Troubleshoot and complete routine plumbing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general building repairs within the scope of the position. Maintain and monitor pool and spa equipment, HVAC systems, boilers, water heaters, pumps, fireplaces, and related systems. Maintain doors, locks, handles, hinges, fixtures, furniture, cabinetry, and guestroom hardware. Perform routine exterior maintenance including irrigation adjustments, outdoor lighting repairs, power washing, and general property upkeep. Identify and immediately report safety hazards or conditions that could impact guests, employees, or the property. Prioritize repairs based on guest impact, safety, operational urgency, and property needs. Maintain organized maintenance areas, tools, supplies, parts, and equipment. Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors when specialized repairs are required. Maintain a daily maintenance log documenting completed work, outstanding projects, vendor visits, and follow-up items. Communicate clearly with management regarding repairs, parts needed, vendor appointments, safety concerns, and unresolved issues. Complete assigned projects fully and communicate promptly when additional resources or specialized support are required. Assist management with fire and life-safety compliance and support all property safety procedures. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor when working in guest-facing areas. Qualification Requirements Several years of professional building, facilities, or property maintenance experience required. Previous hotel, resort, hospitality, or comparable guest-facing facilities experience strongly preferred. Broad working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical equipment, pools and spas, doors and locks, carpentry, painting, and general building systems. Experience with preventative maintenance programs and routine property inspections. Ability to independently troubleshoot common maintenance issues and determine appropriate next steps. Strong judgment regarding when work can be safely completed internally and when a licensed or specialized contractor is required. Strong communication, organization, documentation, and follow-through skills. Ability to prioritize multiple projects and urgent guest-impacting needs. Ability to work independently while maintaining regular communication with property management. Must be available for emergency on-call situations on weekends, holidays, and after hours when required. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance. Prior hotel or resort engineering experience Experience maintaining pools and spas Familiarity with commercial boilers, water heaters, HVAC systems, pumps, and mechanical equipment Experience coordinating outside contractors and service vendors Relevant trade, facilities, HVAC, pool, electrical, plumbing, or building-maintenance certifications We are looking for someone who is resourceful, proactive, safety-minded, and accountable -- someone who takes pride in maintaining the property, identifies problems before they affect guests, and follows projects through to completion. Perks of the Job Full Time Paid time off Health Insurance Plan Yearly free night at select hotels in the Four Sisters collection Discounted Team Member Rate for you plus a Friends and Family rate Opportunities to learn and grow: we offer certifications and training to help you grow and develop your hospitality career Tax-saving 401K Retirement Plan Opportunity to thrive and grow in an employee-centric work environment Being part of a beautiful and prestigious hotel collection in California and the opportunity to work at a Michelin Two Key hotel About Four Sisters Inns Four Sisters Inns is a collection of boutique inns and small hotels located in California's most desirable destinations. For more than 40 years, we have created unique guest experiences through personalized service, beautiful accommodations, and genuine hospitality. We look for team members who embody our five core values: Grace, Grit, Attentiveness, Adaptability, and Above & Beyond. At Kenwood Inn and Spa, these values are paired with the elevated expectations of a luxury hotel. We are looking for someone who understands that exceptional hospitality is found in the details and who genuinely enjoys finding ways to make each guest's experience extraordinary. If you are an experienced hospitality professional who loves helping guests discover the best a destination has to offer, we'd love to hear from you. Our Company Culture We operate with a high level of integrity and are committed to maintaining a professional and respectful work environment At Four Sisters Inns, we work as one team with one goal and encourage a collaborative approach We offer a small team setting where your input is valued and your efforts make an impact We believe that our team member's experience is equally as important as our guests' We believe in providing learning and growth opportunities for our team members, and strive to promote from within the company whenever possible We are a majority woman-owned business FOUR SISTERS INNS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Four Sisters Inns is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, military service or veteran status, physical or mental disability status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics as outlined by the federal, state, and local governments.