Hotel Maintenance Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining the general condition of the property with regards to all aspects of basic electrical, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and painting work. Complete maintenance request work order from all departments on a timely basis. Participate in the preventive maintenance program for all-building equipment and rooms.

Complete other special projects assigned periodically by the Director of Engineering.

Essential Functions

• Carry out all duties that are necessary in resolving reactionary activities and report the need for further maintenance and safety to the Supervisor.

• Ensure the proper use of all tools in the workshop for cutting, bending and welding of equipment

• Assist less skilled workers in different phases of work.

• Carry out repairs on ceiling, floors and walls by combining plaster of spackle and painting.

• Take out sheets and replace them with Sheetrock and finish seams.

• Ensure proper repair and finishing of doors, desks, tables, chairs and other furniture in the Hotel ensure comfort of Guest and Staff.

• Repair and change locks in the Hotel to ensure the safety of all.

• Climb ladders to reach heights of 30’.

• Changing of air filters.

• Check work orders daily and complete assignments on a timely fashion in order of priority.

• Ability to maintain inventories and assess needs and areas for repair.

Other Duties

All Engineers are required to fully comply with hotel and departmental rules, regulations and policies for the safe, secure, effective and environmentally friendly operations of the hotel facilities. Examples include, but are not limited to lost and found procedures, emergency procedures, recycling efforts, etc.

Attend and participate in all hotel and/or departmental meetings, trainings sessions and other information meetings.

Regular attendance in conformance with hotel standards is essential to the successful performance of this position.

Comply with hotel grooming standards for both uniformed and non-uniformed engineers

Comply with hotel service and behavioral standards towards our guest, vendors and fellow engineers, including, but not limited to ensuring proper phone etiquette, courteous and respectful behavior and maintaining a friendly and positive attitude.

Perform all other duties as directed by management that are consistent with the policies and procedures of the hotel.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Physical Effort:

Job entails physical effort to lift up to 50lbs

Physical Environment:

Must be customer-service oriented and have excellent hospitality skills. Must be able to calculate basic mathematical functions.

Manual Skills

Significant portions of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity, e.g., typing, handwriting, or machine operations.

Work Schedule:

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, Associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

Safety:

Responsible for operating within hotel safety guidelines, including the safe and responsible operation of hotel equipment. Reports and addresses safety concerns as they arise. Ensures safe handling of chemicals in accordance with hotel and department standards and utilizes proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate.

Qualifications

Education:

High school Diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate required

Experience:

Experience in building maintenance, electric work, plumbing and refrigeration. Prior experience within a four-star hotel brand preferred.

Computer Skill & Other Technical Skills:

Ability to learn and utilize computer software and hardware required.

Communication:

Ability to comprehend and speak English to understand and respond to information and address advanced guest requests required both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of additional language(s) preferred.

Licenses or Certifications:

n/a

Other:

Must be customer-service oriented and have excellent hospitality skills.