Maintenance - Plumber

DoubleTree•Miami, FL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The DoubleTree by Hilton Miami Convention Center is seeking an experienced Maintenance - Plumber to join their team. This position is 100% on-site. The role is responsible for maintaining the integrity and reliability of all water and drainage systems throughout the property, ensuring guest rooms, kitchens, laundry facilities, and public areas have consistent water pressure, proper drainage, and fully functioning fixtures. The focus is on both preventive maintenance and timely repairs to minimize disruptions. The plumber also supports compliance with safety and health standards, responds to emergencies, and works with the engineering team to uphold facility performance and guest satisfaction.

Requirements

Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
Must routinely meet deadlines
Must be able to multitask.
Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc. from sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints or the particular need.
Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying and resolving the Concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests.
Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.
At least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 2-year college degree and 2 or more years of related experience; or a 4-year college degree and at least 2 years or related experience.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Current Certification as required by Federal, State or Local governing agents pertaining to trade requirements (i.e. HVAC, pool operation, electrical), property specific.
Must have a valid driver's license for the applicable state.
High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair all guest room plumbing (toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs)
Ensure consistent hot and cold water supply throughout the property
Address and repair leaks (pipes, faucets, valves) promptly to prevent damage
Clear clogged drains and sewer lines in guest rooms, kitchens, and public areas
Maintain proper water pressure across all floors and outlets
Conduct routine inspections of hotel rooms, public areas, back-of-house spaces, and convention areas
Inspect and maintain sump pumps, grease traps, and backflow preventers
Monitor and service water filtration and softening systems
Identify potential issues early to avoid guest disruption
Respond quickly to plumbing emergencies (flooding, pipe bursts, backups)
Shut off and isolate water systems when needed to minimize damage
Coordinate with engineering and management during major incidents
Ensure functionality and upkeep of escalators, elevators, and high-traffic entry systems
Maintain lighting systems, including ballrooms, meeting rooms, exhibit halls, and exterior areas
Respond to guest work orders quickly and professionally
Minimize downtime in occupied rooms and public areas
Communicate clearly with housekeeping and front office on room status
Evaluate and spot check the work of all staff and contractors or outside laborers.
Attend monthly all-employee meetings and any other functions required by management.
Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers, employees and other departments.
Use proper two-way radio etiquette when communicating with other employees.