Hotel Maintenance Technician (Memphis)

Purpose of the Role:

Memphis Vitality Hotel is looking for a polite, friendly and helpful Maintenance Technician to join our team! This role will be fully on-site and will report to the Chief Engineer. The position will be responsible for maintaining building, grounds, and physical location with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Participates with the emergency response team for all facility issues. 

Responsibilities:

• Establishes schedules for, and oversees performance of all preventive maintenance activities 

• Assists in the establishment and implementation of Life Safety and other emergency related procedures/training for all personnel while executing emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards. Complies with required safety regulations and procedures 

• Ensures and maintains records of all maintenance/repairs performed as required by company policy and/or legal mandate 

• Verifies that all work is performed in a safe, efficient manner and that the quality of same meets standard 

• Prepares for periodic, walk through/visual inspections of all property assets to determine condition, establish maintenance priorities and highlight need for improvement areas 

• Establishes/compiles lists of future projects and priorities, for submission to leadership for review and approval 

• Maintains open communications with all departments to ensure timely response to operational needs 

• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area 

• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules including safety and recycling standards and remains current with hotel information and changes 

• Other duties as assigned   

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Experience:

• Ability to promote and apply teamwork skills 

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude with a “How can I help” approach 

• Ability to work day shift with availability to work night shift as needed 

• Ability to use hands to lift, carry, or pull objects that may be heavy 

• Ability to understand simple instructions 

• Strong customer service experience 

• Technical Licenses/Certifications: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing etc 

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  
 
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & physical demands of this role.  Ability to speak and hear. Close and distance vision. Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills. Continually works in normal office conditions and in close proximity to others. Additional physical, visual requirements and working conditions may include but are not limited to: 

•       Must be able to work nights as needed  
•         Identify and distinguish colors  
•         May work outdoor or in difficult weather conditions  
•         Stand for long periods of time  
•         Walk extended distances  
•         Lift/carry 25-100 lbs.  
•         Kneel and/or stoop repeatedly  
•        May come in contact with fumes or airborne particles  
•      May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent 

• Minimum of 4 years related hotel experience  

• Prior related supervisor experience 

• Basic computer skills 

• Work day shift with ability to work nights as needed 

• Ability to commute/relocate to property 

• Must have valid state issued Driver’s License 

*Please note, due to the requirements of this position, responses may automatically disqualify you from moving forward in the application process. Please review minimum qualifications thoroughly before applying.  

Schedule / Travel Requirements:

• Various schedules may apply
• Some Travel required for the position