Maintenance Worker

Innvesthotels; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company seeks a Maintenance Worker to perform repairs and maintenance to ensure all facilities meet hotel standards. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and maintaining the hotel’s exterior. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in building maintenance, particularly in a hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years building maintenance experience required, hotel environment preferred.
• Painting and plastering experience necessary.
• Previous trade experience (electrical and/or plumbing) an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to ensure facilities are in working order.
• Maintain the exterior of the hotel including snow removal and landscaping.
• Check electrical systems and make minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Painting

Plastering

Electrical

Plumbing

Job description

Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and hotels.

Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skill sets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus : a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With over 100 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 90 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada.

THE ROLE :

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing repairs and preventative maintenance work to ensure all facilities and amenities are in working order and meet Hotel standards.

ACTIVITIES :

• Assists with preventative maintenance including completing Guestroom Preventative Maintenance Checklist, minor repair orders such as replacing ceiling tiles, light bulbs and patching vinyl to maintain Hotel and keep property quality to standard.
• Applies preparatory materials, paints, and stains to surfaces of walls, ceilings, equipment, and furniture.
• Applies protective and decorative coats of paint, varnish, lacquer, and / or other related materials to interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, furniture, equipment, and other structures.
• Maintain the exterior of the hotel including but not limited to snow removal and landscaping.
• Checks electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, television sets, lighting systems and makes minor repairs and / or replacements as needed.
• Performs maintenance to electronic locks, telephone systems and fixtures such as pipelines, toilets and sinks.
• Monitor and perform system tests as necessary to the hotel’s fire alarm / life safety system.
• Refurbishes furniture and fixtures within guestrooms such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows, and counters.
• Maintains all tools and equipment in the hotel.
• Handles guest requests, compliments and suggestions in a professional manner.
• Follows all company and job-specific safety policies, and reports any accident and / or hazard immediately.
• Maintains an up-to-date emergency plan. Inspect fire protection systems in accordance with hotel engineering procedures and manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Accompanies inspectors, insurance representatives, the local fire marshal, or other officials on inspections of the property.
• Maintains a list of primary contractors used in all phases of original hotel construction (plumber, electrician, etc.), as well as those used for any subsequent renovations or repairs.
• Keep accurate completion and task records in the project files.
• Undertakes special projects and other duties as assigned by Management.

COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING :

• High school diploma
• 1-3 years building maintenance experience required, hotel environment preferred
• Painting and plastering experience necessary
• Previous trade (electrical and / or plumbing) experience an asset
• Have and maintain a valid Driver’s License
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with excellent customer service skills
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, safety awareness information, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Excellent organizational skills
• Able to write routine reports, keep logs, and correspondence
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Long periods of time spent standing, with frequent bending
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs

InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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