Hands-On Hotel Facilities Technician

Holiday-Inn; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on hotel stays

Gym & leisure facilities

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a practical Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of our York-area hotel. You will help keep guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces safe, well presented and fully operational.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating, painting and minor electrical tasks, respond quickly to issues, support preventative programmes and carry out regular safety checks.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance or similar hands-on role.
• Basic knowledge of general maintenance tasks (plumbing, decorating, repairs).
• Proactive and practical problem-solving approach.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong communication and professional attitude.
• Commitment to health, safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, decorating and minor electrical work.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues across guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces.
• Support preventative maintenance programmes to ensure equipment and facilities remain in good working order.
• Conduct regular safety checks, including fire alarm testing and compliance checks.
• Identify and escalate any safety risks or defects promptly.
• Work collaboratively with all departments to support smooth hotel operations.

Skills

Hands-on

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent worker

Health & safety

Tools

Basic plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical basics

Painting & decorating

Job description

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a practical Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of our York-area hotel. You will help keep guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces safe, well presented and fully operational.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating, painting and minor electrical tasks, respond quickly to issues, support preventative programmes and carry out regular safety checks.