Maintenance Engineer

Troubleshooting and Repair

Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing malfunction in mechanical or electrical systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing) and other equipment throughout the hotel.

Preventative Maintenance

Performs preventative maintenance assignments on a schedule basis (e.g., “room care”).

Pool Services

Serves the hotel’s pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filters; completes maintenance request forms and record logs.

Maintenance Duties

• Maintains the building exterior and “curb appeal” (e.g., lawn care, painting, and gardening).

Company Policies and Procedures

• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to supervisor.

Team Member Responsibilities

• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• Maintains a neat, clean and well groomed appearance.
• Aids other Engineering Personnel when needed.

Qualifications

• The Hotel may consider equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below, when applicable.
• 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 upon each accordingly.
• Willingness and ability to comply with hotel policies and procedures including appearance and grooming, safety, security, key control and emergency procedures.
• Skills in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, 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 and familiarity with parts and materials is required.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of the layout of the building, sleeping and function rooms.
• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information.
• Ability to listen effectively, speak, read and write English clearly, as there will be interaction with guests and other team members.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient while maintaining a pleasant cheerful demeanor.
• Ability to follow written and or verbal instructions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions for duration of shift.
• Must be able to work in hot, cold and wet conditions and be able to stoop, kneel, crawl and climb on all types of surfaces.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders at a rapid pace, up to 30 feet in the air.
• Grasping, lifting and holding tools and having good finger dexterity is required.
• Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within 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

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.