Kessler Collection ยท 15 hours ago
Hotel Maintenance Associate (Engineer 1)
Kessler Collection is a portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels known for their unique design and luxurious accommodations. The Hotel Maintenance Associate (Engineer 1) is responsible for ensuring the property is maintained in optimal condition while minimizing inconvenience to guests and staff, performing a variety of repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.
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Responsibilities
M ake repairs to hotel air conditioning system: change filters, clean coils, replace motors
Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment (i.e. boilers, chillers, HVAC-Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning, electrical, etc.)
Take required readings on equipment
Test cooling tower and record readings
Replace and program televisions as needed
Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures
Perform furniture repair
Replace and repair pumps
Perform plumbing repairs (i.e. clogged drains, copper pipe, change washers, change handles, drain fittings, etc)
Understand and be able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams
Trace and repair all types of water lines
Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment
Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records
Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes
Test, clean and repair swimming pools and spas
Paint designated areas
Repair and finish sheet rock
Repair all types of wall coverings
Repair and program hotel electronic lock system
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field required
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly courteous and service oriented manner
Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests
Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines
Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner
Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings
Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag
Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations
Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions
Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary
Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives
Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information
Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs
Perform other duties as requested by management
Preferred
At least one year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred
Trade school and/or College course work in related field helpful
Flexible and long hours sometimes required
Heavy work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds