Engineer I

Loews Hotels•Coral Gables, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer I position at Loews Coral Gables Hotel involves performing specialized maintenance skills across various trades such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC/refrigeration, kitchen/laundry, carpentry, paint/wall covers, and locksmith, in addition to general maintenance duties. This role is responsible for maintenance within their primary area of expertise, provides supervision and training to subordinate engineering staff, and responds to maintenance requests throughout the hotel and grounds. The Engineer I will handle hazardous materials safely, manage work assignments, communicate job status to supervisors, complete records, and perform minor equipment repairs. They may also assist with dispatcher duties and function setups. The role requires familiarity with hotel emergency procedures and a commitment to teamwork, guest service, safety, and adherence to hotel standards. Loews Hotels & Co, an independently owned family hotel company, emphasizes team member growth, diversity, inclusion, environmental protection through eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and community support.

Requirements

Post high school training in engineering/maintenance related discipline
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Strong mechanical background with minimum 2 years hands on experience in maintenance related activity, requiring journey level responsibility
Ability to bend, stoop, and lift (up to 75 lbs.) repetitively
Ability to work flexible hours to include weekends and holidays
Must be guest oriented and Posses excellent hospitality skills

Nice To Haves

Hospitality preferred

Responsibilities

Performs work requiring the specialized skills of at least one of the following trades: electrical, plumbing, HVAC/refrigeration, kitchen/laundry, carpentry, paint/wall covers, locksmith, in addition to performing other general maintenance duties
Responsible for all maintenance for the primary trade, area of expertise
Provides supervision and training to subordinate engineering positions
Responds to trouble/complaint/maintenance request calls throughout the hotel and grounds when directed to do so by supervisor
May work with hazardous materials and chemicals in the performance of duty
Uses tools, equipment, materials and chemicals safely and efficiently according to manufacturers instructions/MSDS requirements
Checks clipboard and Maintenance Requests lists, daily for work assignments, at the beginning of and throughout each shift
Communicates status of job assignments and maintenance requests to supervisor
Notifies supervisor/dispatcher as required upon completion of work assignment
Completes appropriate records associated with work performed
Makes minor repairs to equipment brought into the shop
May assist in performing the duties of dispatcher as needed
May assist/perform minor set-up duties for functions throughout the hotel and grounds
Is completely familiar with Hotel Emergency procedures and able to respond quickly and accurately during any emergency situation that may arise
Promotes and applies teamwork skill at all times
Notifies appropriate individuals promptly and fully of all problems and/or unusual matters of significance
Is polite, friendly, and helpful to all guests, management and fellow employees
Attends all appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
Complies with hotel and department standards, policies and rules
Recycles whenever possible
Remains current with hotel information and changes
Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards