Maintenance Engineer I
Some hotels offer jobs. We offer a stage.
Nestled in the heart of Old Town Fort Collins, The Elizabeth Hotel and Emporium is a one-of-a-kind destination where music, art, and Colorado spirit converge. From the live performances at the Magic Rat and rooftop cocktails at the Sunset Lounge, to locally inspired fare at The Emporium, every corner of this hotel hums with energy and personality. Working here means you’re not just clocking in; you’re helping write the story of a place people genuinely love.
A Culture Built Around You
We celebrate what makes each person unique. At The Elizabeth, individuality isn’t just welcomed; it’s essential to who we are. Our team is the heartbeat of this hotel, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where you feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow. As part of Sage Hospitality Group, we bring the resources and backing of an industry leader while maintaining the warmth and creativity of an independent, community-rooted property.
What We Offer
- Real growth, real pathways; mentorship, cross-functional learning, and internal advancement opportunities across The Elizabeth and the broader Sage portfolio
- Flexible scheduling designed to support a healthy work-life balance
- An inclusive culture that leads with integrity, curiosity, and care
- Wellness resources, tuition reimbursement, and meaningful benefits
- Team perks including hotel and travel discounts, team meals, and employee recognition programs
- A chance to give back; Sage is deeply committed to community impact, and we bring that spirit to everything we do in Fort Collins
More Than a Job. A Community.
Hospitality runs 24/7, and we rely on team members who bring energy, flexibility, and commitment to every shift. In return, we invest in you. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your hospitality career to the next level, The Elizabeth is a place where your contributions matter, your voice is heard, and your work leaves a lasting impression on every guest who walks through our doors.
We lead with integrity, celebrate our community, and take pride in crafting extraordinary guest experiences; all while having a genuinely great time doing it. Because while our hotel hits all the right notes, it’s our people who make the music.
What’s in it for you?
Full-time Benefits: (30+ hours worked on average per/week):
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Basic life and AD&D insurance
- Short- & long-term disability
- Mental health resources including an Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off (PTO), sick pay, and holiday pay
- Eligible to participate in the company’s 401(k) program with employer matching
- Free Employee Meals (Wednesdays – Sundays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discount rates on Sage and Marriott hotels and Sage Restaurants
- Employee referral Bonus program ($500 for hourly roles and $1000 for salaried roles)
Overview & Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying a portable radio to maintain constant communication with all departments, responding promptly to engineering service calls, prioritizing guest requests, and maintaining hotel equipment in an efficient, safe, and accident-free manner.
- Respond to and handle guest requests in a courteous, efficient, safe manner.
- Perform preventive maintenance and necessary repairs and all hotel equipment, including kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, pool, HVAC, electrical and guest rooms.
- Monitor and maintain all engineering functions when full engineering staff is not available (i.e. weekends and evenings). Respond to all emergency situations including fire alarms, bomb threats, disasters and power failures; notify the appropriate authorities.
- Make rounds of the hotel property to ensure everything is in working order.
- Clean and maintain all equipment and work areas.
- Complete maintenance requests, take equipment and meter readings and maintain log to notify the next shift. Document all parts used and parts needed to be purchased.
- Handle elevator breakdowns.
- Maintain proper records of the Rooms Preventive Maintenance Program and Request Program.
- Complete work order request forms on a daily and timely basis. \
- Report any unsafe conditions to leadership.
- All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.
Education/Formal Training
High school diploma or equivalent trade school, special courses in building maintenance and construction.
Experience
A minimum of 6 months successful experience in equal or similar position.
Knowledge/Skills
- Ability to maintain and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing equipment and perform carpentry, repair work, construction and renovation work.
- May require ability to drive pick-up truck and snow removal equipment.
- Ability to maintain logs and records.
- Requires a professional presentation and an ability to work in a team atmosphere and to make independent decisions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to hear portable radio, fire alarms, machinery, guests.
- Ability to inspect, maintain equipment.
- Ability to respond on portable radio to base station, guests.
- Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying required frequently to respond to requests for service and repairs anywhere in hotel or in parking lot.
- Frequent bending and kneeling required to perform inspections and repairs.
- 100% mobility required -must respond quickly to emergency. Potential continuous standing may be required.
- Climbing stairs of approximately 90 steps 20% of 8 hours. Climbing ladders of approximately 8 feet 10% of 8 hours.
- Driving -sometimes necessary to drive company pick-up truck/snow plow approximately 10% of time, unless snow emergency, then 100% of time.
Environment
Indoor exposure to both stable and extreme variance of hot and cold temperatures. Outside exposure to all weather elements and extreme fluctuations of temperature. Prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and heavy lifting.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- Hotel: 1 year (Preferred)
- Maintenance: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Collins, CO 80524 (Required)
Work Location: In person
