JW Marriott Engineering Tech I - 1st Shift

AHC Hospitality•Grand Rapids, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Entry-level hotel technician: To provide a knowledge of performing routine preventative maintenance on guest rooms/meeting spaces/public areas; while working towards being proficient in independently responding to service calls in all front of house or back of house areas. This tech has the ability or is gaining the knowledge to perform tasks including; basic HVAC repairs, toilet repairs, changing light bulbs, minor repairs of hardware, repairs to tubs and showers, replacing ceiling tiles, repairs to plumbing and fixtures.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Valid driver's license preferred
Strong communication and customer service skills
Must be able to work well with all members of the Engineering Department and all other members of the Hotel Staff
Ability to utilize technology including a smartphone and a computer
Display a mechanical aptitude
Is regularly required to stand, walk and run
Is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects
Is required to frequently reach with hands and arms
Is regularly required to talk or hear; taste or smell
Is occasionally required to sit and stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the hotel industry is a plus but not a requirement
Any technical, mechanical, or basic maintenance history is encouraged

Responsibilities

Ability to learn new tasks
Ability to learn all hotel standards, policies and procedures
Carry out specific oral and written instructions
Toilet repairs
Tub/shower repairs
Hardware repairs or carpentry skills
Basic Troubleshooting capabilities
Basic electrical knowledge
Basic HVAC knowledge
Change/replace lightbulbs
Change/replace ceiling tiles
Clean, protect, secure and maintain all tools and equipment in the hotel
Protect and maintain assigned tools and lockers
Develop a working knowledge of life safety equipment and responsibilities
Ability to maintain a daily log of activities to communicate to other shifts
Ability to clean all engineering areas as directed by Engineering Management
Ability to work in a neat and efficient manner, keeping all work areas clean and organized
Complete all work assigned in a safe and professional manner
Maintain a professional image at all times
Maintain the hotel facility and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Provide a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures
Perform duties assigned by Engineering Management
Report to work on time in a full Engineering uniform
This position requires weekend work, as it is essential to the role. If you are unable to work weekends (Saturday and Sundays) you would not be eligible for this position.