Hotel Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Maintenance Technician

Location: Portsmouth, NH
Property: Wentworth by the Sea Resort & Spa
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible; includes weekends, holidays, and emergency response as needed

Job Summary

Wentworth by the Sea Resort & Spa is seeking a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our Engineering team. This position is responsible for maintaining the resort’s facilities, guest rooms, and equipment to ensure a safe, functional, and exceptional guest experience. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to guest repair requests and maintenance work orders while providing excellent guest service


• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance throughout the resort


• Inspect hotel systems and equipment and identify maintenance or safety issues


• Recognize, report, and correct potential safety hazards (fire hazards, broken fixtures, railings, doors, etc.)


• Perform basic repairs and maintenance in the following areas:




• Plumbing (clogged drains, toilets, pipe repair)


• Electrical (light fixtures, outlets, switches, lamps)


• HVAC (filter changes, basic troubleshooting)


• Carpentry and drywall repair


• Painting and surface preparation


• Flooring (tile and carpet repair)




• Maintain guest rooms, public spaces, back-of-house areas, and building exterior


• Assist with pool, fitness center, kitchen, and mechanical room equipment repairs as needed


• Perform minor roof repairs and exterior maintenance projects


• Maintain grounds and assist with snow removal, ice control, and inclement weather response


• Conduct daily inspections, readings, and rounds as assigned


• Identify and operate all equipment shut-off valves and utility shut-offs


• Use Lockout/Tagout procedures when required


• Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies


• Accurately document work completed and communicate daily activities to other shifts and management


• Follow all company policies, safety standards, and emergency procedures


• Assist in training and mentoring junior engineering staff as needed


• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer or management

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous maintenance or related experience required; hotel or resort experience preferred


• Working knowledge of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems


• Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic to mid-level repairs


• Proficiency with hand and power tools


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision


• Strong communication skills and a guest-focused mindset


• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure or emergency situations


• Willingness to respond to emergencies on short notice


• Basic computer skills for work orders, preventive maintenance systems, and reporting

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods


• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and reach overhead


• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds (with assistance as needed)


• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.