Maintenance Technician

About the Role

Assists the Chief Engineer or Lead Maintenance Technician in the functioning of the hotel. Performs repairs and preventative maintenance work to ensure the hotel maintenance quality standards are achieved and maintained. Provides excellent guest service in an efficient, courteous, professional manner; following standards of friendly hospitality while adhering to guidelines and procedures.

Prerequisites

• Working knowledge of electrical, HVAC, and plumbing along with a working knowledge of preventative maintenance.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Potential associates must pass appropriate security clearances due to access to guestrooms and property.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform major life activities: standing, lifting, bending, learning, reading, concentrating, thinking, and communicating.
• Push or pull 100 pounds unassisted and lift and/or carry 60 pounds unassisted.
• Stand for eight hours, bend, stretch, reach, climb ladders, crawl, kneel, and be low to the ground when necessary, sometimes for extended periods.
• See, hear, speak, and read English (ability to communicate in another language may be helpful).

Responsibilities

• Maintain facility using consistent preventative maintenance guidelines.
• Ensure all maintenance equipment is in working order.
• Perform tasks as assigned: preventative maintenance, repairs, complete documentation.
• Assist with houseman duties when assigned.
• All other duties as assigned and within the realm of physical capabilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge

• Methods, practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in building and mechanical trades.
• Occupational hazards in the use of power tools and equipment, and necessary safety precautions.
• Repairs and maintenance of furniture and fixtures within the hotel.
• Safety and security measures; report or correct any hazardous conditions observed immediately.
• Guidelines for training checklist of areas to be maintained.

Skills

• Use and care of hand and power tools and equipment appropriate to the area assignment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs as well as general maintenance on property grounds.
• Assist with guest issues, maintain a professional and hospitable attitude.

Abilities

• Practice safety standards at all times.
• Work as a team member.
• Comply with all standards.
• Remain service-centric.
• Communicate professionally with guests and co-workers.
• Exercise discretion to maintain guest privacy.

Working Conditions

• Physical presence at the hotel is required; not conducive to telecommuting or remote work.
• Standing and walking for long periods while maintaining a friendly professional image.
• May be required to spend long periods outdoors in heat or cold.
• May be required to work any day/shift, including nights and weekends.

Career Advancement

Opportunities for advancement to Chief Engineer may be available.