Preventative Maintenance

Hotel Equities Group, LLC•Fort Collins, CO

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Preventive Maintenance Technician ensures the physical safety, operational efficiency, and aesthetic quality of the hotel by conducting scheduled inspections and routine servicing of guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house equipment. Unlike reactive maintenance (fixing things after they break), this role focuses on proactive upkeep to extend asset lifecycles and maintain high guest satisfaction scores.

Requirements

6 months to 1 year of hands-on experience in general building maintenance, engineering, or hospitality operations.
Basic working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC troubleshooting.
Ability to bend, stoop, pull, reach overhead, and lift/push up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Strong time-management skills, independent work ethic, and professional customer service presentation when interacting with hotel guests.
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays as operationally required.

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled room-by-room maintenance rounds (checking HVAC units, filters, coils, and thermostats).
Inspect furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for wear, tightening loose parts, touching up paint, and repairing minor wall or vinyl damage.
Test all in-room electronics, including televisions, lighting controls, outlets, and door locks.
Inspect and repair bathroom grouting, caulking, running toilets, and slow drains.
Flip and inspect mattresses, adjust bed frames, and check window operations and drapes.
Perform routine checks in lobbies, hallways, meeting rooms, and fitness centers.
Inspect and maintain pool, spa, and recreational equipment according to manufacturer specifications and health department codes.
Check exterior lighting, signage, and grounds infrastructure regularly.
Perform minor cosmetic touch-ups, such as replacing ceiling tiles or repairing wallpaper.
Assist in servicing major hotel systems, including commercial laundry equipment, kitchen appliances, and boilers.
Clean and change lint filters, grease traps, and air intake vents to eliminate fire risks and energy waste.
Monitor and record meter or gauge readings as required by engineering standards.
Adhere strictly to OSHA standards, Hazardous Material Management Programs, and proper chemical handling.
Maintain working knowledge of Fire Alarms and Life Safety systems, assisting during emergency drills or protocols.
Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and report any safety hazards immediately to engineering management.