Engineering Assistant – Full Time SpringHill Suites Tampa North/I-75 Tampa Palms Location: Tampa, Florida Pay: $19.50 per hour Schedule: Thursday through Monday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Days Off: Tuesday and Wednesday Position Summary SpringHill Suites Tampa North/I-75 Tampa Palms is seeking a dependable and service-oriented Engineering Assistant to help maintain the hotel’s guest rooms, public areas, equipment, and building systems. This is a hands-on position for someone who takes pride in keeping a property safe, functional, clean, and guest-ready. The Engineering Assistant will perform routine preventive maintenance, respond to repair requests, identify potential safety concerns, and support the hotel’s overall maintenance operation. Essential Responsibilities • Perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance throughout the hotel. • Respond promptly and professionally to guest room maintenance requests. • Assist with basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general building repairs. • Inspect guest rooms, public spaces, back-of-house areas, equipment, and exterior areas for maintenance or safety concerns. • Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks and document all work performed. • Assist with troubleshooting and repairing hotel equipment and building systems. • Replace light bulbs, fixtures, filters, batteries, hardware, and other basic components as needed. • Maintain the hotel’s pool area and equipment in accordance with applicable requirements and hotel procedures. • Support room-readiness efforts by completing repairs accurately and efficiently. • Communicate unresolved issues, equipment failures, hazards, and supply needs to hotel leadership. • Maintain engineering tools, equipment, work areas, and storage spaces in a clean, safe, and organized condition. • Follow all safety procedures, including proper chemical handling, lockout/tagout requirements, and use of personal protective equipment. • Assist with emergency situations and urgent maintenance needs when required. • Provide courteous service and maintain a professional appearance when interacting with guests and team members. • Perform other duties as assigned to support hotel operations. Qualifications • Previous hotel, apartment, commercial building, facilities, or general maintenance experience is preferred. • Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, carpentry, and general repairs is helpful. • Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn. • Ability to identify problems and complete assignments with limited supervision. • Dependable, organized, and responsive to operational needs. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety. • Ability to communicate effectively with guests, coworkers, vendors, and hotel leadership. • Availability to work the established schedule of Thursday through Monday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., including weekends. • Availability to assist during occasional emergencies may be required. Physical Requirements The employee must be able to: • Stand and walk for extended periods. • Bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, push, and pull. • Safely use ladders, hand tools, and maintenance equipment. • Lift, carry, move, or position items weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance when appropriate. • Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions. • Perform duties in guest rooms, mechanical areas, public spaces, and other areas throughout the property. What We Offer • Full-time employment • Competitive hourly pay of $19.50 per hour • Consistent schedule • Supportive, team-oriented work environment • Opportunities to expand your hotel engineering and maintenance skills • Employee benefits subject to plan eligibility and applicable waiting periods SpringHill Suites Tampa North/I-75 Tampa Palms is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.