General Maintenance Engineer

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation

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Sonesta Fort Lauderdale, FL Until 9/27/2026 First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

We’re Sonesta International Hotels.
The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

Able to perform all building maintenance tasks as assigned and all preventative maintenance tasks as required. Answers radio calls and responds to guest room and public area calls in a prompt and professional manner according to standards. Knowledge of HVAC plumbing and electrical systems is also required. This person must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and move objects up to 100 lbs.Able to work with kitchen equipment, electrical and plumbing in general. Responds to guest room calls. Assists in hotel security.

Job Description

Must be able to work mornings and evenings, holidays and weekends.

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Pay Range

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account with Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Days
  • Sonesta Hotel Discounts
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Various Employee Perks and Discounts
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance

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, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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

About this role

Summary

Perform building maintenance, respond to guest calls, and work with HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems.

Job title

General Maintenance Engineer

Experience level

null

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale, FL; flexible schedule, on-site required

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

HVACplumbingelectricalbuilding maintenance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

HVACplumbingelectricalbuilding maintenancepreventive maintenance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

On-site City