About The Position

The Maintenance Engineer maintains the building’s physical, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure they function efficiently. The role supports the security, cleanliness, preventive maintenance, and repair of engineering tools, equipment, and safety features in accordance with established procedures and budgets. It also involves keeping engineering storerooms and work spaces orderly, properly caring for tools and equipment, and completing delegated work orders promptly and professionally. The engineer communicates effectively, addresses concerns efficiently, reports unsafe conditions immediately, and responds to after-hours calls as necessary. Evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required. This is a part-time position at AC Hotel San Jose Downtown, recruited by Columbia Hospitality; employees are employed by AC Hotel San Jose Downtown.

Requirements

  • General understanding of electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and mechanical systems.
  • Understanding of the refrigeration cycle and HVAC equipment repair.
  • Ability to complete all types of work orders generated for engineering.
  • Ability to lead a group and follow up on assigned tasks.
  • Ability to multitask, be detail-oriented, communicate effectively, and focus on customer service.
  • Ability to perform maintenance and general repair.
  • Knowledge of and ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.
  • Flexibility to perform multiple tasks and work in stressful situations.
  • Weekend availability required.

Nice To Haves

  • Industry certifications such as Boiler, HVAC, CPO, or EPA 608.
  • Hotel maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain building physical, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure they function efficiently.
  • Ensure the security, cleanliness, preventive maintenance, and repair of engineering department tools, equipment, and safety features in accordance with established procedures and budgets.
  • Keep engineering storerooms and work spaces clean and orderly, storing tools, equipment, and spare parts in their proper locations.
  • Properly treat and care for tools and equipment used to perform tasks.
  • Complete delegated work orders in a timely and professional manner.
  • Provide open and effective communication and address issues or concerns promptly and efficiently.
  • Respond to after-hours calls as necessary.
  • Report and address unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits
  • 401(k)
  • HSA/FSA plans with employer contribution
  • Referral bonus
  • Discounted lodging, dining, and retail
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Online learning platform
  • Third-party perks, including discounts on pet insurance, rental cars, movie and concert tickets, and theme parks and attractions
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