Aimbridge Hospitality - Phoenix, AZ
posted 4 months ago
About the position
The Maintenance Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of hotel equipment and facilities. This position involves assisting with the service and repair of various equipment as assigned, participating actively in the preventative maintenance program, and addressing guest requests and work orders efficiently. The Maintenance Engineer is expected to perform their duties in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all safety regulations and protocols. The role encompasses a variety of trade jobs, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and more, which are essential for maintaining the hotel's standards and guest satisfaction. Additionally, the position may require driving a shuttle van as needed, depending on property-specific requirements. In this role, the Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for changing light bulbs, performing preventative maintenance in guest rooms, and conducting repairs on various hotel equipment, including ice machines, refrigerators, and HVAC systems. The engineer will also monitor energy conservation efforts and respond promptly to any alarms, determining their cause and emergency status. This position requires a proactive approach to maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring that all equipment is functioning optimally and that any issues are addressed swiftly to maintain guest comfort and safety. The Maintenance Engineer will also be expected to follow up on any maintenance requests and complete other tasks as assigned by the supervisor or manager, contributing to a well-maintained and welcoming environment for guests.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the operation maintenance and repair of equipment.
- Change out light bulbs; perform preventative maintenance for guest rooms to include: vinyl repair, touch up paint, minor furniture repair, tub caulking, tile repairs, etc.
- Perform preventative maintenance for ice machines, refrigerators, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, HVAC, guestrooms, meeting rooms, the swimming pool, and hot tub.
- Perform plumbing repair, laundry equipment repair, preventative maintenance on all exhaust fans and supply; monitor energy conservation; repair vacuum cleaners and any other small equipment upon request.
- Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause - determine emergency status and report to the Front Desk with findings.
- Perform other tasks/jobs as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
Requirements
- Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Licensed in a trade preferred (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.).
- Must have a valid driver's license for the applicable state (property specific).
- Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record) (property specific).
- Certificate from a one-year college or technical school; or three to six months of related experience or training; or a combination equivalent of education and experience.
- Basic knowledge and experience in carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repair, painting, and HVAC systems preferred.
- Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback received to improve performance.
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility in response to change and adapt to new methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of safety principles; federal and state OSHA regulations.
Nice-to-haves
- Basic knowledge of HVAC systems.
- Experience with energy conservation practices.
Benefits
- Daily Pay after an initial waiting period.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income.
- Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Paid Time Off.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401k Retirement Plan.
