Join Our Award-Winning Hotel Team!
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saint John is looking for an experienced, dependable, and hands-on Maintenance Manager to join our team.
Located at 400 Main Street, our 94-room award-winning hotel features an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, meeting facilities, guest breakfast area, and extensive building and mechanical systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional who takes pride in their work, enjoys problem-solving, and understands that a well-maintained hotel is essential to an exceptional guest experience.
The Position
As Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for the overall maintenance, appearance, safety, and efficient operation of the hotel. You will take a proactive approach to preventative maintenance while responding quickly to repairs and maintenance needs throughout the property.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day maintenance operations of the hotel.
- Develop and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program.
- Complete repairs and maintenance in guest rooms, public areas, meeting rooms, pool areas, and back-of-house areas.
- Troubleshoot and maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, mechanical, and building systems.
- Respond promptly to guest and departmental maintenance requests.
- Conduct regular inspections of the property and identify areas requiring attention.
- Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, inspection records, and preventative maintenance documentation.
- Monitor and maintain pool equipment and related systems. (training provided)
- Complete painting, drywall, carpentry, fixture installation, and general building repairs as required.
- Coordinate outside contractors and service providers when specialized work is required.
- Obtain quotes and assist with managing maintenance-related expenses.
- Maintain an organized inventory of tools, parts, and maintenance supplies.
- Ensure all equipment and work areas are maintained in a safe and orderly condition.
- Assist with fire/life-safety inspections and ensure maintenance-related deficiencies are addressed promptly.
- Support compliance with hotel, provincial, health & safety, and brand requirements.
- Work closely with the General Manager and other department managers to identify maintenance priorities.
- Assist with hotel projects, renovations, upgrades, and capital improvements.
- Be available for emergency maintenance situations and participate in an on-call rotation as required.
- Ensure the hotel consistently maintains the high standards expected of an award-winning Holiday Inn Express property.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in hotel, commercial, building, or facilities maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of general building maintenance.
- Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and mechanical systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer skills for maintenance records, emails, and work orders.
- Previous hotel maintenance experience is strongly preferred.
- A valid driver's licence would be considered an asset.
- Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergency situations when required.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is hands-on, dependable, organized, and takes ownership of the property.
You don't need to know everything — but you should be someone who can look at a problem, figure out what needs to be done, and either fix it or know when to bring in the right professional.
You take pride in keeping a hotel looking its best and understand that preventative maintenance is just as important as fixing things when they break.
Most importantly, you understand that maintenance plays an important role in the guest experience.
What We Offer
- Full-time permanent position
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Paid vacation
- Benefits package
- Dental and vision benefits
- On-site parking
- IHG hotel discounts worldwide
- Training and professional development opportunities
- A supportive management team
- The opportunity to work at an award-winning Holiday Inn Express & Suites
IHG emphasizes development, training, recognition, and opportunities for career growth across its hotel teams.
Full-Time |
Regular hours with flexibility required for emergency maintenance situations, weekends, and an on-call rotation as needed.
Apply Today!
If you are a motivated maintenance professional who takes pride in keeping a hotel operating safely, efficiently, and looking its best, we would love to hear from you.
Join the team at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saint John and become part of a property where great maintenance helps create a great guest experience.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Saint John
400 Main Street
Saint John, New Brunswick
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
