Maintenance Tech

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the preventative and repair of the hotel's mechanical/electrical systems and equipment, for the general maintenance and upkeep of the physical plant, FF & E, grounds, swimming pool, etc.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Troubleshoots and repairs malfunction in mechanical or electrical systems (e.g. HVAC, plumbing) and other equipment throughout the hotel.

* Performs preventative maintenance assignments on a schedule basis (e.g., "room care").

* Services the hotel pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filters; completing maintenance request forms and record logs.

* Maintains the building exterior and "curb appeal" (e.g. lawn care, painting, and gardening)

* Follows safety and security procedures and rules.

* Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor.

* Utilizes protective equipment.

* Knows department file prevention and emergency procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

* Knowledge of all maintenance trades, including basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical and carpentry.

* Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment.

* Must be able to recognize potential safety hazards and security problems in hotel and act upon each accordingly.

* Be skilled in several areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing and landscaping.

* Skill in the use of basic hand and electric tools and familiarity with parts and materials is required.

* Must be able to troubleshoot and repair routine mechanical and electrical malfunctions in hotel systems and equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions.

* Must be able to work in hot, cold and wet conditions and be able to stoop, kneel, crawl and climb on all types of surfaces.

* Ability to climb stairs and ladders at a rapid pace, up to 30 feet in the air.

*Grasping, lifting and holding tools and having good finger dexterity is required.

EOE