Maintenance Tech

Island Hospitality Management•Syracuse, NY
•$17 - $19

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of hotel systems and equipment to keep buildings and common areas in good condition. The role requires attention to detail, practical problem-solving, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team while following health and safety guidelines. Flexible scheduling may be required, and weekly hours vary according to guest occupancy, season, staffing, and other factors; the company does not guarantee a specific number of hours per week. The position may involve responding to emergencies on short notice and reporting to the hotel during bad weather to maintain the exterior. Island Hospitality offers a formal training and development program intended to support employee growth in the hospitality business.

Requirements

  • Basic maintenance knowledge.
  • Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and a desire for achievement.
  • Ability to anticipate, prevent, identify, and solve workplace problems.
  • Ability to work well in stressful situations.
  • Ability to complete work orders on a timely basis.
  • Ability and willingness to respond to emergency situations on short notice.
  • Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

  • Recognize, report, and correct potential safety hazards, and notify supervisors of damages, deficits, and disturbances.
  • Complete basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpet, and tile floor maintenance and repairs.
  • Complete painting, minor roof repairs, and other exterior projects.
  • Repair pool and exercise room equipment when necessary.
  • Participate in ongoing preventative maintenance programs.
  • Check stock levels of consumables and replace them when appropriate.
  • Work with the Chief Engineer and Management team on technical and skilled projects.
  • Prepare necessary reports during each shift for the management team.
  • When required, report to the hotel in bad weather to maintain the exterior, including snow shoveling and ice melting.
  • Provide guest service and be available and approachable to hotel guests.
  • Respond to emergency situations on short notice and know hotel emergency procedures.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA and FSA plans, including dependent care FSA
  • Identity theft protection insurance
  • Commuter benefits for transit and parking
  • Pet insurance
  • PTO and payroll incentives for annual wellness exams
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness subscriptions providing access to gyms, financial planning, counseling, and legal services
  • Paid sick and vacation time
  • Family leave
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match: 100% up to 3% of salary and an additional 50% on the next 2%; fully vested upon the first contribution
  • Incentive-based bonus program
  • Free hotel room nights and employee discounts within the hotel brand
  • Discounts for friends and family within the hotel brand
  • Team member recognition and bonus
  • Discounted tickets to theme parks, musicals, movies, and more through Tickets at Work
  • Career growth through an in-house training program
  • Referral bonus program
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