Hotel Maintenance- Kitchen Technician

LINE Austin•Newtown, CT

About The Position

More than a group of hotels, the LINE is a creative community built around a sense of discovery — an exploration of a building, a neighborhood, and a culture. From Koreatown in LA to Adams Morgan in DC to downtown Austin, each property is architecturally interesting and chosen for its location in emerging neighborhoods in compelling cities. The LINE hotels are both reflective and responsive— shaped by the communities they are part of while also contributing something new to those places. The LINE properties are a collaboration of the best local and out-of-town talent in design, food and beverage, arts and culture. We are seeking a dynamic Kitchen Technician to join our team. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Requirements

High-School diploma or GED required.
One (1) year working as an Engineer in a hotel maintenance operation or service maintenance in a similar complex preferred
Good knowledge and practical skills in electrical, mechanical maintenance, A/C systems, boilers, steam, gas, water supplies distribution and sewerage treatment plants and equipment
Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to multitask
Excellent Communication Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet
Work well under pressure, requires being a team player

Responsibilities

Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times
Establish and maintain good communications and team work with fellow coworkers and other departments within the hotel
Ensure maintenance requests assigned to you are completed competently, with minimum disruption to hotel guests and coworkers within the assigned timeframe
Maintain, monitor, repair and conduct routine preventive maintenance to ensure the safe and efficient operation of kitchen equipment and machinery
Assist with maintenance operations including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, electrical, ice machines, lighting, kitchen equipment, IT/switch rooms, etc.
Inspect and maintain electrical equipment such as compressors, circulation pumps, filters, outlets, thermostats and ice machines
Assist with preventative maintenance and equipment maintenance in accordance with established timeframes
Ensures that all standby units are readily available for operation
Remain updated on all projects or activity status within the department
Conduct scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance
Maintain an appropriate variety and quantity of engineering tools and supplies
Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, memos and verbal instructions
Ensures cleanliness and sanitation at the workplace
Be familiar with all safety and emergency procedures including OSHA requirements
Attend relevant meetings