Maintenance Technician ($250 Hiring Bonus!) - Residence Inn Orangeburg

Maintenance Technician

Residence Inn Orangeburg, a Colwen Hotels Property, is seeking a dependable, organized, and diligent Maintenance Technician to join our team. This position is responsible for repairs, troubleshooting, and performing preventive maintenance relative to the mechanical, electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems in the hotel. Are you handy and like to fix things? Do you enjoy working with people in a fast-paced friendly environment? Would you find it rewarding to resolve guest issues, and see the results of your efforts? We want to hear from you! This position is offering a $250 Hiring Bonus, subject to applicable tax withholdings. $125 to be paid out after 3 months of employment and the remaining $125 after 6 months of employment.

General Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned locations, including plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling, basic carpentry, and building systems
• Inspect and identify equipment or machines in need of repair
• Troubleshoot issues to determine necessary repair
• Plan repair work using blueprints or equipment manuals as needed
• Perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician (examples: drywall, painting, doors, locks, building fixtures)
• Perform routine maintenance of building systems
• Perform routine preventative maintenance programs, follow established standards and guidelines
• Adherence to all Colwen and brand standards
• Work with supervisor to identify and complete all technical projects
• Respond timely to all work orders
• Clean and assist with upkeep of facility
• Assist with House person / Shuttle Driver duties as needed
• Maintain building exterior not serviced by contractor (e.g. snow removal, lawn care, painting)
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Previous maintenance or related experience, hotel experience preferred
• Working knowledge of kitchen & refrigeration equipment preferred
• Working knowledge of fire protection and life safely systems preferred
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Able to interact with guest in a pleasant and friendly way
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance
• Prioritization and time management skills
• Familiar with common computer software programs
• Ability to learn new computer software programs and operate property management system
• Able to work 7-day rotational work schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays

We've got you covered: Benefits & Perks

• Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Plan Traditional & Roth Options with Employer Match
• Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates & Family
• Exclusive Associate Discounts Travel, Entertainment, & Retail
• Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation

Hourly Range: $20.00 - $22.00

Colwen Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. EEO M/F/D/V

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