General Maintenance Engineer

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The General Maintenance Engineer maintains hotel equipment, systems, and building components, including mechanical and electrical systems, pumps, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, locks, furniture, paint, wall coverings, tile, and other equipment. The role involves inspecting, testing, diagnosing, repairing, and replacing equipment and maintaining the hotel’s physical structure and furnishings.

The position requires a flexible schedule, including evening, weekend, and holiday availability. The engineer also responds to customer requests, helps transport and set up equipment, attends training and meetings, and communicates with the Maintenance Supervisor about assigned projects.

Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to transport heavy boxes and packages within the hotel.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a hotel engineer or comparable maintenance experience at an establishment such as an apartment complex or office building is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, and paint parts of the hotel.
• Install and replace lighting fixtures and bulbs.
• Clean carpets and rugs.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment.
• Listen for unusual machine sounds and discuss operational variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repair equipment.
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts.
• Repair and maintain the physical structure of the establishment.
• Fabricate and repair furniture and fixtures.
• Attend scheduled training classes and meetings.
• Paint corridors, hotel rooms, and lobby areas when necessary.
• Transport heavy boxes and packages within the hotel for maintenance and repairs.
• Assist with delivery and setup of new equipment, such as televisions, mattresses, tables, and chairs.
• Communicate with the Maintenance Supervisor about assigned projects.
• Respond to customer requests in a timely and personable manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed