Maintenance Engineer

Drift Nashville | Nashville, TN

At Drift Nashville, we believe great hospitality starts with great spaces. We're looking for a skilled, dependable, and hands-on Maintenance Engineer to help maintain our hotel and ensure an exceptional experience for every guest.

This role is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and upkeep of guest rooms, public spaces, building systems, and back-of-house areas. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who takes pride in their work, responds quickly to issues, and enjoys working in a collaborative hospitality environment.

What You'll Do

Property Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform preventative maintenance throughout the hotel and grounds
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and general building systems
• Respond to guest and team member maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
• Complete routine inspections of guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas
• Perform painting, carpentry, drywall, and general repair work as needed
• Maintain pool, spa, and outdoor areas as assigned
• Assist with property improvement projects and capital upgrades

Operations & Facility Support

• Support room turns and ensure guest rooms meet brand standards
• Assist with furniture, fixture, and equipment installations and repairs
• Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, and preventative maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors when necessary
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Identify and address potential safety hazards
• Ensure compliance with applicable building, fire, and safety regulations
• Participate in emergency response and property preparedness efforts as needed

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, engineering, facilities, or building operations experience
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical systems, and general building maintenance
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and identify practical solutions
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous hotel, resort, multifamily, or commercial property maintenance experience
• Experience using maintenance tracking systems or work-order software
• Pool certification or experience maintaining aquatic facilities
• Trade certifications or specialized technical training

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and lift throughout the workday
• Ability to safely lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to use ladders and work at heights when necessary
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to respond to maintenance emergencies as needed

Why Drift Nashville?

At Drift, we create spaces that bring people together through thoughtful design, genuine hospitality, and memorable experiences. We're looking for team members who take pride in their work and enjoy contributing to a culture built on collaboration, accountability, and service.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for eligible employees
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts at Drift properties
• Growth and development opportunities within a growing hospitality company

If you're a hands-on problem solver who enjoys keeping things running smoothly and takes pride in creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.