--- title: Apartment Maintenance Engineer description: The Portofino Hotel & Marina is hiring for the Apartment Maintenance Engineer role in Redondo Beach, CA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/apartment-maintenance-engineer-at-the-portofino-hotel-and-marina-01a18f32-12ce-7a85-8b98-c0d27bc352cc date: 2026-10-31T00:15:25Z og_description: Join The Portofino Hotel & Marina as Apartment Maintenance Engineer in Redondo Beach, CA. Pays $22 per hour. Temporary role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/43wsbq.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | The Portofino Hotel & Marina | | **Location** | Redondo Beach, CA | | **Salary** | $22/hr | | **Type** | Temporary | | **Posted** | Oct 30, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for The Portofino Hotel & Marina. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for The Portofino Hotel & Marina. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $38,000 – $53,000 a year (median $42,000). ## Description GENERAL SUMMARY Responsible for maintaining the general condition of the apartments and Marina with regards to all aspects of basic electrical, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and painting work. Participate in the preventive maintenance program for all-building equipment and rooms. Must have open availability including evenings, weekends and holidays. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards. Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended. Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas. Receive daily work assignments from Supervisor and review priorities and special projects. Organize materials, tools and equipment to perform daily assignments. Maintain timelines and work schedule in accordance with the preventive maintenance program. Check work orders and night report for any problems. Make rounds checking these problem areas and note any information needed or safety concerns in the hotel. Schedule work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Executive Housekeeper and Front Office. Perform electrical work orders: • Replace light switches. • Reset circuit breakers. • Replace wall plug receptacles. • Replace fluorescent light ballast. • Replace electrical solonial valve. • Replace small motors. • Use test equipment; olumeter, voltage tester, amp probe Perform plumbing work orders: • Unplug sinks, toilets, garbage disposals and drain lines. • Repair or replace valves, gate, globe, ball, solonial valves. • Replace washer, gaskets, vacuum breakers, toilet seals. • Work with different types of pipe including conduit, copper, black, cast iron and pipe hangers. Perform Preventive Maintenance work orders: • Monitor and maintain all laundry and dry cleaning equipment. • Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment. • Maintain guestrooms using Rooms Preventive Maintenance Program Punch List. • Change air-conditioning filters every month. • Check HVAC equipment; change filters, belts, bearings and lubricate as necessary. Also check for unusual noise or vibration, adjusting as necessary. • Change or repair locks as needed. • Cut and mark keys for guestroom key inventory. • Check and test-run emergency generator weekly. • Perform general maintenance to guestrooms and public areas. • Assist electrician, carpenter, plumber and painter in all phases of repair work. • Assist other engineering personnel as instructed by supervisor in regards to routine and preventive maintenance. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area to include: • inventories • requisition (receipt and storage) • trash removal and clean up Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance and storage of all tools. Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces. Ensure security of any assigned keys. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Assist with any special projects assigned. Assist with room’s maintenance which includes replacement of switches, outlets, light bulbs, rewiring of lamps and appliances, caulking bath tubs, shower head replacement. Assume the responsibilities of the Duty Engineer, which includes carrying a radio, conducting rounds and checking building equipment. Attend designated department and staff meetings. Recommend energy saving ideas. Recommend safety ideas; participates in fire prevention and other life safety programs. Wipe down walls, clean and paint as needed. Repair furniture. Build storage bins, shelves, etc. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 year(s) experience as a general maintenance engineer. Fluency in job related English, both verbal and non-verbal. Provide legible communication and directions. Compute mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers.) Working knowledge of all electrical, air conditioning, supplies and equipment. Knowledge of proper chemical handling and disposal. Working knowledge of: • health codes • electrical codes • national/local fire codes • local mechanical codes • blue prints and wiring schematics • power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades Ability to: • interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property. • be well organized and follow instructions. • focus attention on details. • operate high reach lifts. • prioritize tasks and comply with deadlines for work assignments. • be a clear thinker and perform well under pressure work assignments. • work and perform job functions with minimal supervision. • work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team. WORK ENVIRONMENT • under variable temperature conditions (or extreme heat or cold). • under variable noise levels. • outdoors/indoors. • around fumes and/or odor hazards. • around dust and/or mite hazards. • around chemicals. PHYSICAL ABILITIES Exert physical effort in transporting 10lbs to 50lbs. Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas. Reach 60”inches/feet. Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding. STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS: Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees or guests. A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. 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