Hotel Maintenance Engineer

Travelodge Missouri Valley•Missouri Valley, IA

About The Position

Hospitality Management Corporation is seeking a Hotel Maintenance Engineer for the Travelodge of Missouri Valley, Iowa. The role is responsible for maintaining building systems and facilities, supporting guest and employee safety, responding to maintenance requests, and keeping guest rooms and public areas in good condition. The engineer will manage preventive maintenance, oversee fire safety equipment and pool maintenance, track energy usage, maintain tools and inventory, and coordinate projects with the General Manager and outside vendors. The position also supervises and assigns work to maintenance technicians and supports other departments as needed. The listed pay is $20.00–$22.00 per hour. Hospitality Management Corporation is a Dallas-based, privately held hospitality management and services provider. It describes its values as integrity, honesty, open communication, professionalism, innovation, flexibility, customer service, and results. The company says it encourages team members to develop and provides resources to support their success.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a hotel environment at the Engineer level.
Ability to manage time effectively and complete required tasks on time.
Strong understanding of Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to convey information and ideas clearly.
Ability to maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
Effectiveness in handling workplace problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving them as necessary.
Effectiveness in listening to, understanding, clarifying, and resolving concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests.
Ability to work with and understand financial information and data, and perform basic arithmetic functions.
Stable work history.

Nice To Haves

HVAC certification, pool certification, technician certification, or a combination of these.

Responsibilities

Ensure guest and employee safety through proper maintenance of building systems and facilities.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural issues.
Develop and manage a preventive maintenance program for building systems and guest rooms.
Perform basic carpentry, painting, renovation, and furniture adjustments as needed.
Monitor and implement energy conservation measures, tracking usage through meter readings.
Oversee maintenance of fire safety equipment and ensure compliance.
Maintain tools and equipment and keep the workspace clean and organized.
Supervise and assign tasks to maintenance technicians, manage work orders, and keep accurate records.
Maintain pool equipment and grounds, including cleaning, chemical balancing, and logs.
Conduct daily facility inspections to identify and address potential issues in public areas and meeting spaces.
Maintain inventory of keys and equipment.
Coordinate with the General Manager on projects requiring outside vendors or contractors.
Support other departments and perform additional duties as requested.