Maintenance Engineer

About the Role

Join the team at Marriott Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Park, located on the edge of Morrisville, NC. Be part of a hotel committed to exceptional guest service and professional development in a welcoming, team-focused environment. Driftwood Hospitality Management empowers associates to take initiative and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in mechanical or electrical systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing) and other equipment throughout the hotel.
• Perform preventative maintenance assignments on a scheduled basis (e.g., “room care”).
• Service the hotel’s pool, including adjusting chemicals, cleaning filters, completing maintenance request forms, and recording logs.
• Maintain the building exterior and “curb appeal” (e.g., lawn care, painting, and gardening).
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including safety and security rules.
• Follow department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilize protective equipment and report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, or property damage to supervisor.
• Provide a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance as outlined in the team member handbook.
• Assist other Engineering Personnel as needed.
• Perform any related duties as requested by supervisor/manager.

Requirements

• Knowledge of all maintenance trades, including basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment.
• Ability to recognize potential safety hazards and security problems in the hotel and act accordingly.
• Willingness to comply with hotel policies and procedures, including appearance, grooming, safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Skills in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, drywalling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair routine mechanical and electrical malfunctions in hotel systems and equipment.
• Skill in the use of basic hand and electric tools, with familiarity with parts and materials.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or relevant training/experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of the building layout, including sleeping and function rooms.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, demonstrating patience, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to listen, speak, read, and write English clearly for interaction with guests and team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit continuously to perform essential job functions for the duration of the shift.
• Must be able to work in hot, cold, and wet conditions and stoop, kneel, crawl, and climb on various surfaces.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders rapidly, up to 30 feet in the air.
• Grasping, lifting, and holding tools with good finger dexterity.
• Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances within and between buildings on the property.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds.
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, and smiling.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room discounts
• Employee food and beverage discounts