Maintenance Utility

IHG•Leavenworth, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for completing minor work orders, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring the operational readiness of assigned equipment. The Maintenance Utility will also monitor the efficiency of various building systems, refurbish furniture and fixtures, and maintain the cleanliness and safety of the facility's exterior, grounds, and recreational areas. Additionally, the position involves managing inventory, reporting safety concerns, and providing excellent guest service.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing and math skills.
1-3 years of general building maintenance and repair experience.
Carrying, lifting, pulling or pushing items weighing up to 100-300 pounds.
Frequently standing up and moving about the facility.
Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility.
Frequently bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing and crawling.
Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical skills, preventive maintenance procedures, and reasonable understanding of building equipment and hand tools.
Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the other hotel staff and hotel guests.
Reading and writing abilities are utilized in order to document or record all tasks completed, to order supplies, to receive their instructions for the day or to read equipment repair manuals.
Mathematical skills, including basic math, are used frequently.

Nice To Haves

Completion of high school diploma or related vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete minor work orders such as replacing ceiling tiles, filters, light bulbs, patching vinyl, painting, and repairs to pipelines, toilets, sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance duties as assigned.
Ensure that assigned equipment is prepared and operational for the following day’s work.
Monitor efficiency of equipment and electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, guests entrance/access doors, television sets, lighting systems and make minor repairs and/or replacements to ensure proper operation and maximum efficiency.
Refurbish furniture and fixtures within guest rooms such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows and counters. Paint and finish furniture and fixtures in guest rooms, if needed.
Maintain front entrance area, parking lot and/or garage, and street entrance in a clean and presentable manner.
Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the exterior of the facility, grounds, pool and exercise/sport facilities (including property signs and lighting).
Follow procedures that ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc., replenishes supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, and minimizes waste.
Report all unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions and/or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction.
Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
Assist with other duties as assigned.