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Overnight Engineer

Sonesta Hotels
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/3/2025
Job Description Summary

The Engineer sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests. The role’s primary responsibility is to perform skilled repairs to the building and equipment. The Engineer shall provide attentive and courteous service to guests, assist guests with inquiries, and ensure their stay with Sonesta is filled with Amazing Moments.

The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest service.

Job Description

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

  • Perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned area of expertise such as the interior and exterior of buildings, hotel rooms and contents, laundry and kitchen/refrigeration equipment, lighting, heating, air conditioning (HVAC), ventilation, water treatment systems, and swimming pool, etc.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on a regular basis and ensure that assigned equipment is maintained and operational.
  • Adhere to federal, state and local safety regulations, brand standards and other compliance requirements.
  • Report all unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
  • Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc.
  • Replenish supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner and minimizes waste.
  • Take required readings on equipment.
  • Replace and program televisions as needed.
  • Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
  • Paint designated areas and perform plumbing repairs (i.e. clogged drains, copper pipe, change washers, change handles, drain fittings, etc).
  • Understand and be able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
  • Refurbish furniture and fixtures and repair all types of wall coverings.
  • Repair and program hotel electronic lock system.
  • Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
  • Display professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
  • Attend departmental pre-shift and mandatory meetings.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.


The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This job description is subject to change at any time

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Pay range is $48.70 - $49.70. Pay rate outlined follows contract requirements.

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. Employees are offered a variety of benefits including:

  • Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Personal Days
  • Pension
  • Deferred Compensation Employee Savings Plan (401K)
  • Maternity and Parental Leave


Go Beyond @SonestaHotels

Who We Are

We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas – all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality.

We will achieve our mission by being passionate about exceeding expectations - by being persistent, resilient, and constantly seeking new and creative ways to succeed. Doing the Right Thing and Going Beyond are our principles that guide everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

Salary : $49 - $50

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