Entry Level Maintenance Technician

About the Property

The Hilton Garden Inn Falls Church is nestled in the heart of Falls Church, the “Little City,” a unique and historic city. Besides featuring quick access to renowned museums and art galleries in nearby Washington, D.C., almost every neighbourhood is a treasure of its own, with a variety of restaurants and shops that reflect the city's great ethnic and cultural diversity. We're within walking distance of the Cherry Hill Farmhouse and The State Theatre. The West Falls Church metro station is a mile away, the Shops at Tysons Galleria are nearby, and it’s a short walk to the Washington & Old Dominion Trail, where you can ride, walk, skate, or run the paved 45-mile trail from Shirlington to Purcellville, Virginia. The hotel offers a distinctive food and beverage option in the Garden Grill and Bar enjoyed by guests and locals alike. The meeting and event space creates an atmosphere enjoyed by many, capable of creating a productive yet comfortable environment for business purposes and events that are memorable for families, organizations, or professional gatherings.

Position Summary:

• Assist with preventative maintenance and complete report work orders such as replacing ceiling tiles, light bulbs, patching vinyl, etc., to maintain the hotel and keep the product quality standard.
• Perform preventative maintenance assignments on a scheduled basis (e.g., "room care").
• Assist in checking electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, television sets, lighting systems, and make minor repairs and/or replacement.
• Assist in checking and making routine repairs and assist on major repairs of all hotel equipment including small appliances, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, boilers, pool equipment, HVAC, hand and power tools and general plumbing systems and fixtures such as pipe lines, toilets and sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment.
• Service the hotel's pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filters; completing maintenance request forms and record logs.
• Maintain the building exterior and "curb appeal" (e.g., snow removal, lawn care, painting, gardening).
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures within guest rooms such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors windows and counters. Paint and finish furniture and fixtures if needed.
• Respond in a courteous manner to all guest questions, complaints, and/or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction.
• Maintain Carpets & Floors
• Operation of heavy machinery.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Previous maintenance, mechanical, technician experience highly desired.
• Previous hotel experience highly desired, but not required
• Maintenance certifications in electrical, HVAC, plumbing and other technical skills highly desired.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts that include evening, weekends, and holidays.
• Self-starting personality with an even disposition.
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner at all times.
• Can communicate well with guests.
• Must be willing to “pitch-in” and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player.
• Climbing, reading, standing, walking and routinely lifting 25 lbs to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to receive instructions and communicate progress of work assignments.
• Perform any other job related duties as assigned.