General Maintenance Mechanic

Paramount Hotel

Overview

General Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for: providing maintenance repairs to resort units, public areas and administrative offices: repairs may include plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, ventilation, furnishings and fixtures, painting, wall cover repairs, light carpentry, door and window repairs. 

Essential Job Functions

• Completes assigned work orders for general repair within assigned time frame in order to achieve the utmost operational efficiency of the hotel, its safety and its equipment.
• Performs systematic checks and inspections to aid in the upkeep of the hotel and assists in the established proactive maintenance program in order to prevent malfunctions, breakdowns and general depreciation.
• Immediately and courteously responds to guests needs in order to repair and/or resolve room maintenance requests and problems as they arise
• Maintains tools, work spaces and equipment in safe, secure and good condition in order to reduce accidents and to prolong their use.
• Repairs and/or changes room locks for the security of hotel and guests. • Perform basic repairs and preventive maintenance on property, including plumbing and electrical systems.
• Repair/replace electrical switches, receptacles, fuses, small fixtures and outlets.
• Adjust thermostats to maintain desired temperatures.
• Assists department in maintaining safety equipment and emergency procedures for the safety of all guests and associates.
• Performs assignments as directed by the Director or Assistant Engineer.
• Completes AM / PM checklist(s) daily.
• Keeps specific inventory up to management standards as outlined in department procedures manual.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical and plumbing.
• Experience with overseeing and communicating with contractors and gathering estimates.
• Must be able to abide by the company appearance standards and compliance with the designated uniform.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills in English.

Interstate Hotels & Resorts is an EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans employer