Engineer II

Job Description

Job Description

Engineer II - The Cliffs Hotel & Spa

The Cliffs Hotel & Spa is the premier oceanfront hotel on the Central Coast. Come to work every day to beautiful ocean views of Pismo Beach! Be part of a team known for outstanding customer service that creates lasting, happy memories for all our wonderful guests.

The Cliffs Hotel & Spa is a locally owned business and proud supporter of our local Central Coast Community, providing donations and hosting community-focused programs throughout the year including free and philanthropic events. We love our employees – we host employee appreciation events, offer daily discounted lunches from our restaurant, and offer special hotel benefits.

The Cliffs Hotel & Spa is continuously growing and expanding! We are seeking a hard-working, skilled, and efficient full-time Engineer II who can create a sense of luxury while executing repair and maintenance needs. We look forward to connecting with you!

Position Summary:

The Engineer II position is responsible for making repairs on hotel, pool, spa and restaurant equipment as requested by the Chief Engineer, Corporate Director of Engineering, and the General Manager. They will help maintain the appearance and functionality of The Cliffs Hotel & Spa property-wide, and will uphold The Cliffs Mission and Values.

Essential Functions of the job:

• Onsite work only
• Inspects hotel grounds and takes action daily for cleanliness, general repair issues, and trash pickup
• Maintains the exterior of the hotel property including trimming hedges, repairing fences, patching concrete walkways and curbs, etc.
• Responds to facility maintenance requests from guests and staff through in-house ticket management programs, updating with notes and addressing issues in a timely manner, escalating to Chief Engineer when appropriate
• Cleans and maintains pool and hot tub daily, if certified
• Assists in Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program, regularly inspecting rooms to identify and correct issues in guest rooms in partnership with Chief Engineer, Hotel Housekeeping Manager, and Housekeeping team
• Assists in any renovation projects and minor construction work in partnership with Corporate Engineering team
• Completes any needed tile, paver, carpet and vinyl flooring repair and installation throughout property as directed by Chief Engineer
• Administers electrical and plumbing repairs as needed property-wide
• Operates power tools such as drills, saws, and sanders safely and as directed
• Orders and maintains inventory of necessary equipment, materials, and supplies
• Communicates status updates on all projects in a professional manner to Chief Engineer, completing maintenance logs as requested, and complying to any additional requests made by Chief Engineer
• Responds to urgent maintenance requests outside of regular working hours, such as lift failures, water leaks, power outages, etc., as directed by Chief Engineer
• Complies fully and consistently with all the hotel conditions of employment and standards of uniform, grooming, and personal hygiene.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with guests, management, and co-workers.
• Attends and reports on time for all meetings and training sessions scheduled by management.
• Recognizes and reacts to potential safety hazards and security problems in the hotel and act accordingly, as directed by Company policies, OSHA guidelines, and any local/state ordinances and/or laws
• Completes all other tasks as assigned by manager

Additional Job Duties:

• Flexible work schedule
• Able to work weekends and holidays

Education, Experience, Skills:

• High school diploma
• 2-3 years of hotel, lodging, or resort engineering experience preferred
• Knowledge and experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, tile/pavers
• Pool & Spa Operator Certificate is a plus
• Good command of English language
• Ability to work with people effectively
• Ability to multitask and work in mentally demanding situations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand continuously for the duration of the shift (eight hours).
• Ability to lift heavy equipment (in excess of 50 pounds)
• Ability to stretch, bend, kneel, and reach frequently during shift (3-6 hours)
• Ability to work in stressful situations