Maintenance Technician

Job Summary:

The Engineer, Level 3 is responsible for performing skilled repairs to the building and equipment and always maintaining the best possible condition with the least amount of inconvenience to guests and employees.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Make repairs to the hotel air conditioning system: change filters, clean coils, and 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 the 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’s electronic lock system.

· Assist in supervising other engineering staff members.

· Assist in scheduling preventive maintenance tasks.

· Hotel Effie staff must learn the Hotel history and follow all Hotel standards.

· Follow any other directives given to by the Engineering Manager and or Director of

Engineering not listed.

· Maintain a clean work area and all engineering assigned areas.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Always maintain a warm and friendly demeanor.

· Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all levels 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 Effie-required meetings and training.

· 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/Hotel Effie 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 the confidentiality of information.

· Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.

· Perform other duties as requested by management.

· Flexible and long hours are sometimes required.

· Heavy work - Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Education and Experience:

· High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field required.

· At least three years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.

· Trade school and/or College coursework in related fields helpful.

· Previous supervisory skills preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Miramar Beach, FL 32550: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person