Maintenance Engineer

Sonesta Hotels•Baltimore, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer performs general maintenance work to ensure hotel physical plant quality and safety standards are achieved and maintained. The Engineer takes care of the building, equipment and grounds of the hotel. This position will perform maintenance and repairs, and preventative maintenance, to all areas of the hotel.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing and math skills
1+ year(s) of general building maintenance and repair experience.
Ability to perform the following: Carrying, lifting, pulling or pushing items weighing up to 100-300 pounds
Frequently standing up and moving about the facility
Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility
Frequently bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing and crawling
Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical skills, preventive maintenance procedures, and reasonable understanding of building equipment and hand tools.
Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other hotel staff and hotel guests.
Reading and writing abilities are utilized in order to document or record all tasks completed, to order supplies, to receive their instructions for the day or to read equipment repair manuals.
Mathematical skills, including basic math, are used frequently.

Nice To Haves

Completion of high school diploma or related vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete minor work orders such as replacing ceiling tiles, filters, light bulbs, patching vinyl, painting, repairs to pipe lines, toilets, sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment, etc.
Perform preventative maintenance duties as assigned.
Ensure that assigned equipment is prepared and operational for the following day’s work.
Monitor efficiency of equipment and electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, guests entrance/access doors, television sets, lighting systems and makes minor repairs and/or replacements to ensure proper operation and maximum efficiency.
Refurbish furniture and fixtures within guest rooms such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows and counters.
Paint and finish furniture and fixtures in guest rooms, if needed.
Maintain front entrance area, parking lot and/or garage, and street entrance in a clean and presentable manner.
Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the exterior of the facility, grounds, pool and exercise/sport facilities (including property signs and lighting).
Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc., replenishes supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, and minimizes waste.
Report all unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions and/or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction.
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
Assist with other duties as assigned.