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HHM Hotels

Assistant Engineer

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Assistant Engineer Perform preventative and repair maintenance work to ensure hotel is maintained according to established quality and sustainability standards. Potential Career Path Assistant Chief ...

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Building Engineer Assistant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22/hr

Building Engineer Assistants have knowledge and prior hands-on experience in the areas of general maintenance, basic plumbing, dry wall patching and painting. The ideal candidate is reliable, takes ...

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What is the difference between Assistant Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectAssistant EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsDiploma or Bachelor's in Engineering, often with some on-the-job trainingBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, professional licensure may be preferred
Work EnvironmentSupport roles in engineering projects, site supervision, or technical assistanceDesign, analysis, and development of mechanical systems, often in offices or labs
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, civil, and mechanical industriesDesign firms, manufacturing companies, R&D departments

Assistant Engineers typically perform supportive technical tasks and assist senior engineers, often with a diploma or bachelor's degree. Mechanical Engineers are responsible for designing and analyzing mechanical systems, requiring a bachelor's degree and sometimes licensure. While both roles work within similar industries, Mechanical Engineers focus more on design and development, whereas Assistant Engineers support project execution and technical assistance.

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Assistant Engineer

Hoffman Estates, IL • On-site

Hersha Hospitality Management LP
Traveler Accommodation • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

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Job description

Opportunity:  Assistant Engineer

Perform preventative and repair maintenance work to ensure hotel is maintained according to established quality and sustainability standards.

Potential Career Path   

Assistant Chief Engineer – Chief Engineer - Engineering Supervisor– Chief Engineer

Essential Functions

  • Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs.   
  • Install or repair sheet rock and other wall coverings.
  • Paint designated areas and items.
  • Install and replace basic electrical fixtures, replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
  • Repair furniture.
  • Install, replace and program televisions.
  • Perform minor plumbing functions.
  • Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps as well as preventative maintenance on units.                    
  • Trace and repair all types of water lines.
  • Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
  • Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records.
  • Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes.
  • Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction. 
  • Work as a bell attendant in the event of staffing shortages or during peak check/in out periods.
  • Follow Service Recovery Guidelines.
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program. 
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and comply with MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

  • High School diploma Trade school course work in related field preferred.
  • Previous engineer/maintenance experience or equivalent training required.

Work Context

  • Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends and alternate shifts.
  • Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, kneeling, stooping, crawling and climbing.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It


HHM Hotels is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other group protected by law.

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About Hersha Hospitality Management

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Hersha Hospitality Management (HHM) is a well-established firm located in Harrisburg, PA, US, which operates in the hospitality industry. The company, hosted at hhmhospitality.com, is a dynamic and growing organization largely involved in a variety of hospitality-related services. Of these, their most prominent operations revolve around managing and investing in high quality hotels in urban gateway markets and regional destinations. Carving out a history of success since its inception, HHM is committed to excellence and creating value in all they do.

Industry

Traveler accommodation

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

Year founded

1984

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