How to hire a maintenance engineer

How to hire a maintenance engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step maintenance engineer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a maintenance engineer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new maintenance engineer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The maintenance engineer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect maintenance engineer also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list shows salaries for various types of maintenance engineers.

   Type of Maintenance Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Maintenance Engineer	General maintenance and repair workers fix and maintain machines, mechanical equipment, and buildings. They paint, repair flooring, and work on plumbing, electrical, and air-conditioning and heating systems.	$13-35
   Operations And Maintenance Technician	Operations and maintenance technicians are skilled professionals who are responsible for conducting preventive maintenance of all equipment used in the operation of an organization. These technicians are required to ensure that their facilities are always operational by performing inspections and documenting the operating conditions of their equipment... Show more	$18-35
   Industrial Maintenance Mechanic	An industrial maintenance mechanic is responsible for ensuring the efficiency and optimal performance of industrial equipment and machinery to support operations and prevent operational delays. Industrial maintenance mechanics perform regular maintenance for the equipment, inspecting the components for any malfunctions, and conduct immediate repairs as needed... Show more	$17-32

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Plumbing
   • HVAC
   • Guest Rooms
   • Ladders
   • Maintenance Tasks
   • OSHA
   • Boilers
   • Kitchen Equipment
   • Electrical Systems
   • Customer Service
   • Hand Tools
   • Cleanliness
   • Mechanical Equipment
   • Lockout Tagout

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage all contract work including snow removal, mowing, asphalt work, and signage.
   • Assist in and/or troubleshoot the building automation system and make recommendations for maintenance and repair to building control systems.
   • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of facility and grounds per federal OSHA requirements.
   • Perform commercial maintenance/troubleshooting for plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems on commercial buildings and apartment complexes.
   • Work with, cut, and install PVC piping.
   • Well verse with PLC/ CNC diagnostic tools.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the maintenance engineer job description is a good way to get more applicants. A maintenance engineer salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a maintenance engineer in Montana may be lower than in New Jersey, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level maintenance engineer. Additionally, a maintenance engineer with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average maintenance engineer salary

   $47,133yearly

   $22.66 hourly rate

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   Entry-level maintenance engineer salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 2, 2026

   Average maintenance engineer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$65,269	$31
   2	District of Columbia	$63,437	$31
   3	California	$59,237	$28
   4	Massachusetts	$57,711	$28
   5	Illinois	$57,071	$27
   6	Virginia	$55,819	$27
   7	Pennsylvania	$54,285	$26
   8	North Carolina	$53,592	$26
   9	Ohio	$52,747	$25
   10	Maryland	$52,719	$25
   11	Texas	$51,146	$25
   12	Minnesota	$49,209	$24
   13	Kansas	$48,652	$23
   14	Georgia	$45,026	$22
   15	Indiana	$44,372	$21
   16	Florida	$43,033	$21
   17	Washington	$41,966	$20
   18	Nevada	$41,562	$20
   19	Louisiana	$40,731	$20
   20	Missouri	$39,453	$19

   Average maintenance engineer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Halliburton	$106,364	$51.14	8
   2	Novo Nordisk	$103,071	$49.55	1
   3	General Motors	$101,435	$48.77	2
   4	Dialogic Corp.	$100,806	$48.46
   5	Micron Technology	$98,358	$47.29	16
   6	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$94,954	$45.65	2
   7	Portland General Electric	$93,971	$45.18
   8	Red Hat	$92,035	$44.25
   9	EPAM Systems	$91,235	$43.86
   10	Tesla	$90,397	$43.46	56
   11	Woods Services	$89,999	$43.27
   12	Novartis	$89,607	$43.08	10
   13	Merck	$89,411	$42.99	14
   14	Rolls-Royce	$89,281	$42.92	6
   15	Schaeffler	$87,347	$41.99	15
   16	Hargrove Engineers + Constructors	$86,056	$41.37	3
   17	EMD Millipore	$85,871	$41.28
   18	Apple	$85,295	$41.01	8
   19	Eastman	$85,105	$40.92
   20	Teva Pharmaceuticals	$84,513	$40.63	6

4. Writing a maintenance engineer job description

   A maintenance engineer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a maintenance engineer job description:

   Maintenance engineer job description example

   : Performs general guest room, commercial area maintenance, repairs, plumbing, and electrical equipment. Completes engineering check list and other maintenance reports. Performs general carpentry, tiling, painting and wall surface repairs. Locate & correct in-room heating. Ventilation, air conditioning malfunctions. Make systematic checks on all guest room electrical appliances, circuits: being able to repair most in-room defects. Handle all in-house repairs in regards to removing & replacing bathroom tile. Painting, repairing wall-board, wall vinyl, carpentry, etc. Utilizing basic hand & power tools required for general maintenance. Completing Engineering checklists and other maintenance records. Maintenance tools, workspace and equipment. Comply with policies and procedures of the Casino standards manual. Perform other services or duties as required by the Chief Engineer and Director of Engineering.
   EXAMPLE OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Includes, but is not limited to the following.)
   
   Maintains the building operations to provide comfort and safety for our guest, customers and employees.
   
   GUEST SERVICE STANDARDS: Employee is required to meet the following Service Standards:
   
   PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS : Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must have the ability to provide our guest with excellent customer service. Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English. 3 - 5 yrs. general knowledge of maintenance and repair using basic hand and power tools. Experience working with painting, plumbing and carpentry. Must be able to communicate and manage personnel.
   
   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
   
   Education : High School or equivalent.
   
   Experience : 3 - 5 years of general knowledge of maintenance and repair using basic hand and power tools.
   
   Certificate/License : Must have a permit to work in the United States.
   
   TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS : All ELDORADO RESPORT facilities.
   
   TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS : (May be required in order to perform the essential functions of the position). Must be in good physical shape and mentally alert.
   
   NOTE : This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the Employee occupying this position. This position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as assigned by Department Management.
   
   At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through the development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Our resorts operate primarily under the Caesars , Harrah's , Horseshoe and Eldorado brand names. We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through a combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework.
   
   Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision and Values. We take great pride in living these values - Together We Win, All In On Service and Blaze the Trail - every day. Our mission, "Create the Extraordinary". Our vision, "Create spectacular worlds. That immerse, inspire and connect you. We don't perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars". If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.
   
   This is a graveyard position 11pm to 7AM Wednesday -Sunday Monday Tuesday off Must be able to work in cramped areas, be able to lift 60lbs. use 12 foot ladders some electrical experience, some HVAC experience able to work in variable weather conditions hot or cold

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right maintenance engineer for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your maintenance engineer job on Zippia to find and recruit maintenance engineer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit maintenance engineers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new maintenance engineer

   Once you've selected the best maintenance engineer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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