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Maintenance Engineer

Choice Hotels · La Crosse, WI · Part time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

The posting says experience is not required and they will train. What hands-on skills or projects have you done, even at home?

What they are checking: Whether they have basic mechanical sense and a willingness to learn, which is what the posting asks for.

Tell me about a time you learned a new skill quickly. How did you do it?

What they are checking: Whether they can learn on the job, since the hotel is willing to train the right person.

How do you keep track of what you fixed and what still needs work?

What they are checking: Whether they stay organized and communicate with the front desk and managers.

What would you do

You get three work orders at once: a leaking pipe, a burned-out lamp and a broken TV remote. Which do you do first and why?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by safety and damage risk, which matters in a 163-room hotel.

How would you act when you need to fix something in a guest's room while they are there?

What they are checking: Whether they are respectful and professional around guests, which protects the hotel's image.

How do you feel about being on call or working weekends when something breaks?

What they are checking: Whether they can support a hotel that runs every day and night.

About the work

A guest calls to say their toilet is running and will not stop. How would you go about fixing it?

What they are checking: Whether they can think through a common repair step by step, even with limited training.

How would you handle a room air conditioner that is not cooling?

What they are checking: Whether they know simple checks like filters and settings before calling for bigger help.

What do you know about lockout and tagout, or working safely around electricity?

What they are checking: Whether they understand basic electrical safety, which prevents serious injuries.

Why do you think preventive maintenance matters in a hotel?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that regular checks prevent breakdowns that ruin guest stays.

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The full job description

As published by Choice Hotels.

Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice ® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice ® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges ® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit  www.choicehotels.com . The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit. Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson. The Radisson Hotel La Crosse is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our team! Experience is not required, as we are willing to train the right candidate who is eager to learn and grow in the role. The Radisson Hotel La Crosse is a 163 room Hotel nestled within Riverside Park overlooking the beautiful Mississippi River. SHIFT: Part-Time | Average 20 Hours per Week | Weekend Availability Required: Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM | Some Weekday Hours Available WHAT WE OFFER: Our quirky group offers a break from the repetition, with no two days that are ever the same. Day 1 , we are pleased to offer: • Hotel Discounts at over 7,000 Choice Hotels • Free Daily Meal ​ 1st of the Month after 30 Days of Employment : • 401(k) Retirement Plan 90 Days: • Paid Vacation and Sick Time • 8 Paid Holidays • Paid Bereavement 1 Year: • Paid Floating Holidays RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responds to both customer and hotel staff reports of non-functioning equipment immediately • Maintains problem logbook to record the equipment in need of repair and prioritizes efforts accordingly • Reports any hazards or injuries in the department or hotel and takes immediate action to correct • Maintains rooms in operating condition by performing repairs as needed • Understands the Room Preventative Maintenance Program (R.P.M.) • Performs preventative maintenance throughout the hotel • Maintains the condition of hotel lobbies and restaurants • Repairs furniture, carpet, marble, tile windows, mirrors and decorations as necessary • Maintains operating equipment in working condition by performing routine equipment checks and repairs REQUIREMENTS: • Ideal candidate will have facility maintenance experience, preferably within the hospitality industry • Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to successfully pass a driving record check • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills • Works well independently or as part of a team • Strong attention to detail • Commitment to exceptional guest service • Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude when handling all situations • Adhere to the policies and procedures of the hotel • Ability to work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends • Working knowledge of computer and math skills. • Experience in pool maintenance, HVAC units, plumbing, and electrical work is also a benefit • Certifications for HVAC CPO preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds • Ability to stand for long periods of time • Ability to hear with 100% accuracy with correction • Ability to stand and exert well paced mobility for an eight (8) hour shift • Ability to lift, pull, push up to 100 pounds on an ongoing basis • Must be able to squat, bend, kneel and twist on an ongoing basis Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit. Choice Hotels International is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. Employment practices and decisions are not influenced by an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, disability veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, this offer of employment is conditional upon your presenting documents verifying your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and E-Verify.

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