General Maintenance

Our Exciting Work Environment

Located on Rathbun Lake in south-central Iowa, Delaware North is a premier hospitality company celebrating over 100 years of growth and innovation.  Delaware North at Honey Creek Resort is nestled in a beautiful natural setting. Guest activities include golf, boating, fishing, our indoor water park, hiking and much more. Delaware North employs a number of year around associates to deliver an extraordinary experience to thousands of guests who visit Lake Rathbun each year.

 

The Opportunity

Do you enjoy multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment   Would you enjoy seeing individuals and families smile and play in a natural outdoor setting   We are searching for a flexible and enthusiastic associate to work in a team environment and motivated to ensure the best experience to our guests. As a General Maintenance worker, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of our guest’s hotel stay experience.  Come join our guest-oriented team.

This is a full-time, year-round position.  Candidate must be able to assist in the day to day operations of maintenance department.  Schedules will vary due to guest occupancy and events. 

You will earn money at a job you will love while working alongside and motivating great teammates.  That’s not all, we offer great benefits such as:

• Discounted employee room rates
• Discounted meals
• Referral bonuses up to $100 per referral hired
• Supportive and caring management team
• Unlimited growth potential with a global hospitality company
• And much more!

If you have previous experience in a general maintenance position, exceptional communication skills, attention to detail and ability to work in a fast paced environment, you have the potential for this unique opportunity.

 

Responsibilities

Performs manual labor related to the maintenance, care and improvement of resort; drives vehicles and operates equipment used for maintenance of resort; and performs related duties as required. Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the resort through regular preventative maintenance programs and follow through of work orders. Exemplifies the 10 Universal Service Standards and provides excellent guest service as detailed in the GuestPath Service Standards.

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

1. Receives oral or written orders from Maintenance Manager

2. Performs work according to standard procedure and by building's operational schedule

3. Performs touch up and finish painting

4. Makes minor carpentry, electrical, mechanical and plumbing repairs

5. Replaces light bulbs

6. Empties trash/recycling recepticles

7. Sets up and tear down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms and function spaces as needed.

8. Picks up and delivers supplies and materials to rooms

9. Clears snow from entrances and walkways

10. Operate a snow-blowing machine.

11. Perform janitorial work and to fire and maintain low-pressure boilers.

12. Uses hand tools and power tools in making minor maintenance repairs and maintaining grounds and walks

13. Operate chain saws to cut up debris and branches.

14. Operate tractors on ground maintenance assignments.

15. Drive vans, pickups and other smaller vehicles in connection with their work.

16. Operate safety devices on aerial lifts.

17. Assists in shipping and receiving

18. Provides assistance to officials, staff, visitors, and other employees as necessary

19. Respond to all guest requests within 20 minutes.

 

** The listed examples may not include all the duties performed by all positions in this class.

 

COMPETENCIES:           

Demonstrates an understanding of the appropriate work methods for the site and proper use of tools, machines, and equipment throughout the resort. Demonstrates the ability to follow safety practices and care-of-equipment procedures and has the physical ability to perform all required maintenance tasks.  Demonstrate the ability to make minor repairs to equipment, tools, buildings, and guest rooms.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to multi-task and prioritize all daily maintenance functions. Ability to lift at least 100 lbs, to be on your feel for extended periods of time and work in cramped areas. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed by the resort.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Who We Are

Take your career beyond the ordinary—to the extraordinary.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision, grow with us.

Delaware North is one of the largest and most admired, privately-held hospitality companies in the world.  Founded and owned by the Jacobs family for nearly 100 years, it is a global leader in hospitality and food service with operations in the sports, travel hospitality, restaurants and catering, parks, resorts, gaming and specialty retail industries.  Delaware North has annual revenue exceeding $3 billion with 60,000 employee associates. To learn more, visit .

All applicants may be subject to a pre-employment background and/or drug testing.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.  Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.