GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Grand Beach Suites Hotel•Surfside, FL

About The Position

The Maintenance Engineer performs trade-specific repairs and maintenance within an area of expertise, as well as general maintenance of the building and grounds and completion of maintenance requests. The role requires journey-level skills in at least one trade, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC/refrigeration, kitchen/laundry mechanics, carpentry, painting, or locksmithing. The employee performs scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency repairs, responds to hotel and grounds requests, and may assist with function setup and minor equipment repairs. The role also includes training and assisting subordinate engineering employees, maintaining records, communicating work status, and following hotel safety and emergency procedures. The employee must meet the standards on the New Hire Training Checklist within the first 30 days.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification or coursework in an engineering- or maintenance-related field of study.
Strong mechanical background and a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in maintenance-related activities requiring journey-level trade discipline responsibility.
Knowledge of inventory and ordering procedures.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Ability to bend, stoop, and lift up to 75 pounds repetitively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Guest-service orientation and excellent hospitality skills.

Responsibilities

Perform journey-level work in at least one trade, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC/refrigeration, kitchen/laundry mechanics, carpentry, painting, or locksmithing, as well as general maintenance duties.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency repairs for the primary trade or area of expertise.
Provide training and assistance to subordinate engineering positions.
Respond to trouble, complaint, and maintenance-request calls throughout the hotel and grounds when directed by a supervisor.
Use tools, equipment, materials, and chemicals safely and efficiently according to manufacturer instructions and MSDS requirements.
Check the clipboard and Maintenance Requests lists for work assignments at the beginning of and throughout each shift.
Communicate the status of job assignments and maintenance requests to the supervisor.
Notify the supervisor or dispatcher as required when work assignments are complete.
Complete records associated with work performed.
Make minor repairs to equipment brought into the shop.
Assist with or perform minor setup duties for functions throughout the hotel and grounds.
Know hotel emergency procedures and respond quickly and accurately in emergencies.
Promote teamwork and promptly notify appropriate individuals of problems or unusual matters.
Be polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management, and fellow Team Members.
Follow emergency procedures, safety regulations, hotel standards, policies, rules, uniform and grooming standards.
Attend appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions.
Maintain the cleanliness and condition of equipment and the work area.
Recycle whenever possible and remain current with hotel information and changes.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Meet the standards for all activities on the New Hire Training Checklist within the first 30 days.