Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca Maintenance technician

Schulte Companies • Ithaca, NY

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About The Position

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking an energetic, experienced, hands-on Maintenance Engineer for the Hilton Garden Inn Ithaca. The role supports the property's grounds, public areas, and guest rooms by carrying out preventive maintenance, responding to and completing work orders, and helping keep hotel equipment and accommodations in working order. Duties include painting, replacing electrical accessories, maintaining HVAC systems, inspecting fixtures, lighting, and signs, keeping spare parts and light bulbs stocked, and completing daily rounds to identify and report problems. The position also includes other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate has knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and general carpentry; communicates effectively; manages time well; and provides service that meets or exceeds the expectations of guests and team members. The job involves prolonged standing and walking, bending, stretching, pushing, pulling, visually inspecting machinery, and lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Schulte Hospitality Group describes its workplace as inclusive, employee-focused, flexible, and supportive of employee development and career growth. The company operates more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. The hiring process may include interviews, a drug screen, background and reference checks, and a potential employment assessment. Specific compensation and benefit details are discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and general carpentry.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exceed the expectations of guests and team members.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods; bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery; visually inspect machines; and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of three years in a hotel maintenance position is preferred.
• One year of college or trade school equivalent in mechanical, electrical, and/or technical disciplines is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the property grounds, public areas, and hotel guest rooms.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to prevent breakdowns in hotel accommodations.
• Paint, replace electrical accessories, and maintain HVAC systems.
• Check fixtures, lighting, and signs for proper operation.
• Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts and light bulbs.
• Respond to maintenance orders in a timely manner.
• Fulfill work orders in a timely manner.
• Complete daily rounds, identifying and reporting problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Daily Pay, allowing associates to get paid today for work today.
• Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all associates starting on day one.
• Multiple health insurance and life insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with company match for eligible associates.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for eligible associates in accordance with company policy.
• Holiday pay.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Schulte Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed