Hotel Maintenance Engineer

About the role

The Maintenance Engineer position at Wurzak Hotel Group's Dalmar & Element Hotel in downtown Fort Lauderdale is responsible for performing interior and external preventative maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs, and responding to engineering service calls.

Responsibilities

• Perform interior and exterior preventive maintenance and repairs such as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.
• Respond promptly to elevator breakdowns.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Respond to and resolve engineering service requests in a courteous, efficient, safe manner.
• Appropriate and proper use of engineering supplies and tools.
• Maintain all engineering and work areas in orderly and clean condition.
• Promptly report to engineering management all emergencies, injuries, missing articles, damage, mechanical problems, and safety hazards.
• Document all parts used and parts needed to be purchased.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.
• Participate in task forces and committees as requested.
• Ensure maintenance problems are promptly reported through proper channels.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Practice safe work habits and comply with sanitary, safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Write shift reports including reports on any incidents of theft, accidents or injuries when assigned.
• Check with manager/supervisor before leaving work area for any reason.
• On time and at work when scheduled, and in proper uniform.
• Attend department meetings as scheduled.
• Respond to guest requests, concerns, and problems to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Report any incidents of guest dissatisfaction or other matters of significance to manager so that corrective measures may be taken.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED and training in building maintenance.
• Two or more years of experience in building maintenance or related experience.
• Experience in the hospitality industry preferred.
• Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service.
• Ability to understand and comply with proper preventive maintenance and repair policies, procedures, and brand standards.
• Ability to properly use engineering tools and supplies.
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner, identify and investigate issues, and resolve basic maintenance and/or engineering matters.
• Ability to follow an appropriate course of action based on policies and procedures.
• Consistently professional attitude and behavior with effective listening and communication skills.
• Available to work different hours including weekends, and nights.

Qualifications

• Attention to details, good organizational skills, and efficient time management.

Skills

• Building maintenance and repair skills.
• Emergency response and resolution skills.
• Guest service and communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision health insurance
• Robust supplemental insurance for Life, AD&D, Pets, legal and more
• Wellness programs for mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Hotel and travel discounts
• Generous retirement/401k benefits

Schedule

The position operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with variations in shift days, starting and ending times, and hours worked in a week.

Pay

Competitive Salary

Company Information

Wurzak Hotel Group (WHG) is a Philadelphia-based owner, developer, and operator of premium branded full-service, extended stay, and focus service hotels. WHG's core expertise is its unique ability to develop and operate hotels and food and beverage outlets in an entrepreneurial manner maximizing returns on the investment and developing long-term relationships with our guests. WHG has earned and maintains its competitive advantage by developing talent within the organization who embody the same entrepreneurial spirit of our leadership team and who seek to create value through tireless innovation, tight focus on the operational details, and uncompromised guest satisfaction. WHG has a proven track record of developing and managing hospitality assets for over 30 years and continues to be recognized as one of the region's top hospitality companies. WHG is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture where all our team members can thrive. We have a zero-tolerance policy for workplace discrimination on the basis of someone’s race, gender, disability, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. EEO m/f/d/h.