Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)

Hersha Hospitality Management

  • Washington DC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
OverviewOpportunity: EngineerPerform preventative and repair maintenance work to ensure the hotel is maintained according to established quality and sustainability standards while treating guests in a warm and friendly manner.Your Growth PathChief Engineer – Engineering Supervisor – Chief Engineer – Area Chief EngineerYour Focus
  • Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs.
  • Install or repair sheetrock and other wall coverings.
  • Paint designated areas and items.
  • Install and replace basic electrical fixtures, replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
  • Repair furniture.
  • Install, replace and program televisions.
  • Perform minor plumbing functions.
  • Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps as well as preventative maintenance on units.
  • Trace and repair all types of water lines.
  • Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
  • Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records.
  • Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes.
  • Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
  • Work as a bell attendant in the event of staffing shortages or during peak check in/out periods.
  • Follow Service Recovery Guidelines.
  • Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
  • Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and comply with MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
Your Background and Skills
  • High School diploma and Trade school course work in
related field preferred. * Previous engineer/maintenance experience or equivalent training required.Work Context
  • Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends and alternate shifts.
  • Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, kneeling, stooping, crawling and climbing.
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Hersha Hospitality Management