Maintenance - Painter

OTH Hotels•Binghamton, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing, maintaining, and performing preventive maintenance on hotel facilities, guest rooms, and equipment. The role helps ensure building systems operate safely and efficiently, supporting a comfortable, well-maintained environment and a positive guest experience. The technician performs hands-on work and responds promptly to service requests to minimize downtime and guest disruption. This is an active, physical role throughout guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces in a fast-paced hotel environment. It requires technical skills, attention to detail, reliability, quality workmanship, and a guest-focused service mindset. The position may involve varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability for emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1–3+ years of maintenance, repair, or general handyman experience required.
Basic technical troubleshooting and repair skills.
Strong attention to detail and workmanship quality.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and customer service mindset.
Time management, reliability, and accountability.
Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
Frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing ladders; regular lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.
Ability to use hand tools and equipment requiring fine motor skills, respond quickly to maintenance needs and emergencies, and remain physically active throughout scheduled shifts.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance, repair, or handyman experience in a hospitality or commercial environment.
Knowledge of general building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
Technical or trade certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and repairs in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.
Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance, and carpentry issues.
Replace or repair fixtures, fittings, and basic equipment.
Help ensure building systems operate safely and efficiently.
Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks on schedule.
Inspect guest rooms and facilities to identify maintenance issues early.
Report major issues or system failures to supervisors promptly and support accurate maintenance records.
Respond promptly and professionally to guest maintenance requests, completing repairs efficiently while minimizing disruption.
Maintain a courteous, service-oriented approach and support room and facility readiness.
Assist in maintaining HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Perform minor installations, adjustments, and repairs of hotel equipment; support senior staff with more complex repairs.
Follow hotel safety procedures, identify and report hazards, use tools and equipment safely, and maintain a clean work environment.
Use, maintain, and store tools and equipment properly; help track supplies, report shortages, and keep storage areas organized.
Work with maintenance leadership and team members, coordinate with housekeeping and front office, and communicate or escalate issues appropriately.