Engineer I
Starwood Hotels · Austin, TX · 1 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Main Duties
- Works effectively as part of the Engineering department to maximize guest engagement, achieve operational excellence, and uphold brand standards.
- Maintain the building, grounds, and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security, and asset protection.
- Respond and attend to guest and in-house requests for repair, maintenance, and preventative maintenance.
- Resolve general plumbing issues such as unclogging drains, plunging toilets, and repairing leaky spigots, plumbing lines, pumps, and faucets.
- Perform general HVAC trouble-shooting and repairs.
- Perform miscellaneous repairs such as maintenance on equipment, dry wall repair, vinyl wall covering installation/replacement throughout hotel area.
- Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment (electrical, mechanical, vacuums, televisions), including cleaning, troubleshooting, and lubrication.
- Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
- Maintain daily logs of operation and maintenance.
- Communicate with leaders/team members when necessary to resolve maintenance issues.
- Maintain accurate logs and records as required and ensure regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards and procedures are followed; report maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; and complete safety training and certifications.
- Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
- Perform carpentry work as directed/needed.
- Perform swimming pool maintenance and fitness equipment repairs.
- Use computer programs/handheld devices for communication purposes.
About You
- A high school degree or GED;
- Experience in engineering and maintenance or related professional area;
- Detailed knowledge of Engineering operations;
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills;
- Prominent achievements in optimizing guest and team member engagement;
- Experience successfully leading in a fast-paced environment and prioritizing demands;
- Strong interpersonal, team member relations, and leadership abilities;
- Tech-savvy and familiar with Engineering operating/programs;
- Ability to identify and solve problems;
- Professional & appropriate business appearance and demeanor aligned with the 1 Hotel brand and culture;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation;
- Passionate about hospitality, Repairs/Maintenance, HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical with a minimum of 2 years of similar work experience.