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Maintenance Engineer
Company : Highgate
Location : Princeton, NJ, 08542
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Compensation Type
HourlyHighgate Hotels
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com
Location
Graduate Princeton - Princeton, NJ
Overview
The Engineer, is responsible for ensuring that the property is maintained in the best possible condition at all times with the least amount of inconvenience to customers and employees.
Responsibilities
- Make repairs to hotel air conditioning system: change filters, clean coils, replace motors.
- Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment (i.e. boilers, chillers, HVAC-Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning, electrical, etc.).
- Take required readings on equipment.
- Test cooling tower and record readings.
- Replace and program televisions as needed.
- Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
- Perform furniture repair.
- Replace and repair pumps.
- Perform plumbing repairs (i.e. clogged drains, copper pipe, change washers, change handles, drain fittings, etc).
- Understand and be able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
- Trace and repair all types of water lines.
- Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
- Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records.
- Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes.
- Test, clean and repair swimming pools and spas.
- Paint designated areas.
- Repair and finish sheet rock.
- Repair all types of wall coverings.
- Repair and program hotel electronic lock system.
Salary Range: $24-$26 per hour
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field required.
- At least one year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
- Trade school and/or College course work in related field helpful.
- Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
- Heavy work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly courteouse and service oriented manner.
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
- Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
- Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
- Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
- Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
- Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
- Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
- Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
- Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
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Frequently asked questions
Princeton's hospitality sector, with companies like Highgate, shows steady demand for Maintenance Engineers due to its vibrant hotel industry. Compared to larger metros, Princeton offers a balanced competition level, making it a promising location for candidates with strong HVAC and preventive maintenance skills.
While Highgate values hands-on experience, certifications such as HVAC technician licenses or electrical trade certifications can enhance a Maintenance Engineer’s profile in Princeton. Local building codes and hospitality standards also encourage familiarity with safety regulations and preventive maintenance protocols.
Mastery in HVAC system repairs, electrical troubleshooting, and plumbing maintenance is crucial. Reading blueprints and wiring diagrams efficiently supports complex problem-solving. Proficiency in maintaining electronic lock systems and kitchen equipment repairs further distinguishes skilled Maintenance Engineers.
Starting as a technician, a Maintenance Engineer can progress towards supervisory roles such as Engineering Maintenance Manager or Chief Maintenance Engineer. Gaining expertise in facility-wide preventive maintenance and cross-training across departments accelerates growth opportunities.
Highgate emphasizes a service-oriented approach, expecting engineers to multitask and communicate effectively with guests and staff. Their commitment to innovation means Maintenance Engineers often engage with industry-leading tools and digital systems to maintain hotel assets efficiently.
Highgate’s global portfolio and focus on bespoke lifestyle brands require Maintenance Engineers to adapt to diverse property types and state-of-the-art technologies. The company’s emphasis on proactive asset management and revenue optimization adds a strategic layer to daily maintenance duties.
The hourly compensation for this role ranges from $24 to $26, aligning competitively with regional hospitality maintenance salaries. This reflects the blend of technical expertise and hands-on responsibilities expected in maintaining Highgate's quality standards.
This role involves occasional heavy lifting over 100 pounds and frequent manual tasks requiring strength and stamina. Candidates should be prepared for flexible hours and physically intensive work while maintaining attentive communication with guests and team members.
Multitasking is vital since engineers handle preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and guest requests concurrently. Efficient prioritization ensures minimal disruption to hotel operations and an enhanced guest experience, reflecting Highgate’s service-driven culture.
Engineers often encounter issues with HVAC systems, electrical components, and plumbing. Diagnosing problems requires reading complex schematics and quickly repairing systems like cooling towers or electronic locks to maintain uninterrupted hotel operations.