Maintenance Helper

Duties

Helps ensure security and privacy of all guests. Performs recurring assignments, e.g. follow up on maintenance requests reported by guests, housekeeping or front desk. Assists in performing work in at least two of the following trades in the maintenance and repair of buildings and related fixtures:

• Plumbing: Assists in making plumbing repairs to sinks, faucets, commodes, tanks, urinals, P-traps, shut-off valves on washing machines and water supply that can be accomplished by removing, cleaning, resealing, replacing defective parts or units, installing water heaters, garbage disposals, faucets and sinks.
• Washer/Dryer repair: Assists in performing routine maintenance on washers and dryers to include cleaning lint ducts and vents, replacing hoses and fittings as required, and referring more complex problems to supervisor for action.
• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC): Assists in recognizing the cause of faulty equipment and assists making repairs on a variety of HVAC units as appropriate.
• Electrical: Assists in recognizing and reporting electrical problems. Assists with repairs as appropriate. Replaces fluorescent and incandescent ballasts, bulbs and tubes.
• Carpentry: Assists in basic carpentry repairs such as repairing or replacing screens; window and door frames; molding and trim; and repair and replacement of drywall or similar products.
• Painting: Assists in preparation of areas and standard coating methods such as brushing, rolling and spraying and ensure surfaces are fully coated, protected and free from drips and runs.

Performs other related duties as assigned.