Maintenance Engineer

Recess is where the everyday takes a break.

Opening in Fall 2026, Recess Hotel & Club is bringing a new kind of hospitality to the heart of Savannah. Housed within the historic Manger Building, Recess blends a 221-room lifestyle hotel with a members club, rooftop pool, French brasserie, wellness club, coworking spaces, and lively social venues—all designed around one simple idea: life is better when there's room to play.

Recess is the newest project from LEFT LANE, the team behind Hotel Bardo Savannah. In just one year, Bardo has earned Condé Nast Traveler's inaugural Triple Crown distinction—recognizing hotels that have achieved the publication's Hot List, Gold List, and Readers' Choice Awards—along with the inaugural Michelin Key designation and recognition from Travel + Leisure as one of the Best New Hotels of the Year. It's this same commitment to thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable experiences that we're bringing to Recess.

We're building more than a hotel. We're building a team of people who believe great hospitality is thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected. Whether you're welcoming guests, creating memorable meals, keeping the operation running seamlessly, or leading a team, every role helps shape the Recess experience from day one.

If you're curious, collaborative, and excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.

Find and seek. Stay here, play here. Welcome to Recess.

About the role

Recess Hotel & Club is building its opening Engineering team and seeking Maintenance Engineers at multiple experience levels to help prepare, open, and maintain our new hotel.

This is an opportunity to join the property during pre-opening, learn the building from the ground up, and help establish the standards and preventative maintenance practices that will support the hotel long-term. Whether you are an experienced hotel engineer or building your career in facilities and maintenance, we are looking for reliable, hands-on team members who take pride in solving problems and keeping a property operating at its best.

This is an on-site position in Savannah, GA. Candidates without hotel maintenance or equivalent experience will not be considered.

What you'll do

• Support pre-opening preparation, inspections, testing, and readiness of hotel facilities and equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance throughout the hotel
• Troubleshoot and complete repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical fixtures, furniture, pool and spa equipment, kitchen equipment, and other building systems
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest and departmental maintenance requests
• Identify maintenance issues proactively and help prevent larger operational problems
• Complete work in accordance with applicable safety standards and local, state, and federal codes
• Maintain accurate records of preventative maintenance and completed repairs
• Partner with hotel departments to support a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment
• Maintain tools, equipment, mechanical areas, and workspaces in clean and organized condition

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, engineering, facilities, construction, or skilled-trades experience in a hotel or resort setting
• Technical or trade school coursework or certification is preferred but not required
• Working knowledge of one or more areas such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical systems, pools, or commercial equipment is highly valued
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, organized, and able to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with other departments
• Willingness to learn new systems and develop additional technical skills
• Pride in maintaining high standards of safety, functionality, and presentation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and move banquet equipment as needed.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules based on business demands.

Why Recess?

Build something from the beginning.

• Join the opening team behind one of Savannah's most anticipated lifestyle hotels and help shape the guest experience from day one.

Take care of yourself.

• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits for eligible full-time team members
• Company-matched 401(k) with fast vesting
• Up to 20 days of paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid birthday
• Complimentary daily team member meal

Experience the brand.

• Complimentary two-night stay at Hotel Recess & Club Savannah
• Team member discounts on dining, Saltgrass Spa treatments, retail, and The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana
• Complimentary fitness classes

Travel farther.

• Employee rates at select Leading Hotels of the World properties
• Discounts at Highgate hotels worldwide

Grow with Left Lane.

• Referral incentives and guest recognition programs
• Career development opportunities across a growing hospitality portfolio
• The opportunity to help shape one of hospitality's most exciting lifestyle brands