Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)
Whiteface Lodge · Lake Placid, NY · 3 mo ago
Management$22–$25/hrFull-time
About the role
This position involves performing preventative and repair maintenance work at The Whiteface Lodge Resort to ensure the hotel meets established quality and sustainability standards while providing a warm and friendly service to guests.Responsibilities
- Carry out room inspections and identify repair needs.
- Install or repair sheetrock and other wall coverings.
- Paint designated areas and items.
- Install and replace basic electrical fixtures, replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
- Repair furniture.
- Install, replace and program televisions.
- Perform minor plumbing functions.
- Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps as well as preventative maintenance on units.
- Trace and repair all types of water lines.
- Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
- Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal codes.
- Work towards increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
- Assist as a bell attendant during staffing shortages or peak periods.
- Follow Service Recovery Guidelines.
- Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and comply with MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Requirements
- A high school diploma and trade school course work in a related field is preferred.
- Previous engineer/maintenance experience or equivalent training is required.
Qualifications
- Ability to follow local, state, and federal codes.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Physical ability to perform tasks such as standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping, crawling, and climbing.
Skills
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations.
- Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair various household appliances and equipment.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Competitive wages for full-time and part-time opportunities.
- Medical, dental, and vision health insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) company match.
- Daily pay.
- Free basic life insurance.
- 24/7 access to TELUS Health, a confidential work-life resource.
- Travel discounts.
- Commuter transit and parking benefits.
- Employee assistance and wellness program.
- Opportunities for educational and professional development.
- Referral bonus program.