Maintenance Technician I Hampton Inn & Suites Michigan City, IN

Hotel Equities•Michigan City, IN

7d•$18 - $20

About The Position

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Maintenance Technician for the Hampton Inn & Suites Michigan City, IN. Salary is $18.00-$20.00 hourly based on experience Flexible schedule availability required due to the demand-driven nature of the hotel business - shifts may be scheduled between the hours of 7:00AM and 11:00PM, including weekends and some holidays. Job Purpose: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance, repair and cleaning areas/equipment and to assist other trade mechanics in their duties to ensure a safe, and well maintained Hotel. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they've made the naht choice to stay with us.

Requirements

High school diploma; technical school degree preferred.
One to five years in maintenance required
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.
Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
Must be self-directed
Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Must possess basic computational ability.
Must have a good knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems, maintenance of records of power, water and fuel consumption.; knowledge of HVAC strongly preferred
Must have knowledge of using Purchase orders and ordering materials.
Must be able to stand 8 hours per day. Sitting and bending, squatting and other motion are required the rest of the working day. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task
The worker is subject to noise: there is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the surrounding noise level.
The worker is subject to vibration: exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities on whole body.
The worker is subject to hazards: including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions: one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
The worker is subject to oils: there is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.
Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space and to reach other locations of the hotel on a timely basis.
Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks occasionally.
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs on a regular and continuing basis.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally.
Position requires walking and standing most of the working day. Length of time of these tasks may vary from day to day and task to task.
Must be able to exert well-paced ability to reach other departments of the hotel on a timely basis.
Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity.
Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and subordinates
Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.
Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.
Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment.

Responsibilities

Will handle routine maintenance in public spaces, meeting rooms, ballrooms, outlets, back of the house spaces, and grounds
Maintains rooms in optimal operating condition by performing repairs as needed
Understands the room preventative maintenance prodram
Repairs televisions, pnones, clock radios, etc.
Replaces or repairs damaged bathroom fixtures and executes general plumbing as needed
Maintains the overall appearance of the room; replaces broken mirrors, hangs fixtures, does touch up painting, etc.
Troubleshoots rooms heating/ventilating/air conditioning systems
Uses both power and hand tools regularly in a safe, efficient manner
Performs preventative maintenance throughout other areas of the hotel as well as, including both the front of the house, interior and exterior
Maintains the condition of the hotel lobbies and restaurants
Repairs furniture and decorations as necessary
Repairs carpet, marble and tile
Repairs and maintains kitchen and laundry/housekeeping equipment
Repairs/replaces windows and mirrors
Maintains exterior of building and grounds as necessary
Maintains operating equipment in working condition by performing routine equipment checks and repairs
Maintains and assists in the cleanliness of individual work area
Demonstrates familiarity with the hotel's safety systems and takes corrective action on any maintenance or operating problems which affect the security or operating condition of the hotel
Reports any hazards or injuries in the department and takes immediate action to correct
Be an enthusiastic, helpful and positive member of the team
Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behavior
Be understanding of, encouraging to and friendly with all co-workers
Be self-motivated and use time wisely
Communicate pertinent information and maintain open lines of communication with each department
Respond positively to new ideas
Openly accept critical/developmental feedback
Maintain effective communication through the use of meetings, log books and bulletins
Be available to help other departments in emergency situations
Perform other assignments as directed by direct Supervisor
Adhere to all work rules, procedures and policies established by the company including, but not limited to those contained in the associate handbook Safety and Security.
Be knowledgeable of policies regarding emergency procedures and security concerns