Maintenance Technician

Located in the heart of downtown Staunton, Hotel 24 South combines historic charm with modern hospitality. Our guests expect a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained stay, and our Engineering team plays a crucial role in delivering that experience every day.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled, dependable Maintenance Technician to join our team and help maintain the hotel's guest rooms, public spaces, meeting facilities, and operational systems. The ultimate mission of the hospitality Maintenance team is to ensure our guests’ satisfaction by exceeding their expectations. The position is primarily responsible for maintaining the building, grounds, and mechanical equipment with particular attention towards safety and security. In addition, the role is accountable for performing maintenance tasks daily that are critical to providing an exceptional stay to each guest.

Potential career paths include: Engineering Supervisor, Chief Engineer, Director of Engineering, Area Chief Engineer, Regional Director of Engineering, Corporate Director of Engineering, and VP of Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Maintain timelines and work schedule in accordance with the preventive maintenance program
• Check work orders and night report for any assignment to be completed
• Perform Preventive Maintenance work orders, including:
  • Monitor and maintain all laundry and kitchen equipment
  • Maintain guestrooms using rooms preventive maintenance program
  • Change air-conditioning filters per the maintenance program
  • Check HVAC equipment: change filters, belts, bearings and lubricate as necessary. Also check for unusual noise or vibration, and adjust as needed
  • Change or repair locks as needed
• Perform general maintenance to guestrooms and public areas
• Perform guest requests as assigned
• Assist in all phases of repair work
• Assist other engineering personnel as instructed by supervisor
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area
• Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and storage of all tools
• Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces
• Ensure security of any assigned keys
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Clean and professional appearance
• Ability to communicate clearly (speaking and writing)
• Ability to utilize basic technology including a smartphone and a computer
• Experience in maintenance or building trades preferred