General Maintenance 3

About the Role

The Hotel Hershey is a luxury resort known for its refined elegance, signature services, and abundant amenities. Situated atop the town of Hershey, the 1930's hotel is a Historic Hotel of America and a AAA Four-Diamond Award winner. As part of Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R), you’ll uphold the legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, while living by our Core Values: Devoted to the Legacy, Selfless Spirit of Service, Team Focused, and Respectful of Others. HE&R is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and supports the Milton Hershey School.

Responsibilities

• Follow the preventive maintenance schedule for the Hotel Hershey facility, including changing water filters, cleaning and sanitizing ice machines, and replacing air filters, belts, and hoses.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems in maintenance areas, using test equipment, schematic circuits, and blueprints. Report water, electric, and gas meters.
• Maintain kitchen equipment, furniture, doors, hardware, TVs, stoves, and dishwashers (including repair of water lines, valves, and low-pressure steam lines).
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest room and house calls.
• Complete shift reports detailing work performed to ensure efficient communication with team members and supervisors.
• Assist with training new team members and perform general maintenance tasks as required.
• Support tasks outlined in Maintenance/General II and I to progress in knowledge and skills.
• Assist engineering as needed and perform other duties assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, including the ability to use an electric meter and understand lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, including basic repairs to toilets, faucets, and drain lines.
• Technical schooling or three years of related work experience in the trades.
• Minimum of one year of work experience in a related trade.

Skills

• Ability to complete the Maintenance Basic Training Checklist within four weeks of starting.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Hospitality industry experience in maintenance or facilities preferred.

Schedule

Primary shifts include 1st shift (7 AM–3:30 PM), 2nd shift (3 PM–11:30 PM), or 3rd shift (11 PM–7:30 AM), including weekends, holidays, and some overtime. Based on operational demands, other shifts may be required. This is a union position, and the schedule will be based on union seniority. Candidates must be available for evening and weekend hours.

Benefits

• Free admission to Hersheypark upon receiving your Employee ID.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after hire.
• 401K contribution and paid time off.
• Employee discounts and additional perks.

Job Demands

• Must supply own hand tools.
• Ability to climb ladders and work overhead for extended periods.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and confined spaces.
• Position may require outdoor work, exposure to seasonal temperatures, and snow removal.