Building Maintenance Technician

Study Hotels; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Study at Yale Hotel seeks a Building Maintenance Technician to ensure operational efficiency and guest comfort. This role includes maintaining preventative systems, communicating with departments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates possess technical training and experience in hotel maintenance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Paid time off and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance or related trades is required.
• Ability to respond courteously to guest inquiries and requests.

Responsibilities

• Maintain preventative maintenance procedures for building and grounds.
• Respond to maintenance needs from all departments in a timely manner.
• Maintain knowledge of systems and equipment (HVAC, plumbing).

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Technical knowledge

Calm under stress

Education

Vocational schooling or certification in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, or Carpentry

Job description

The Study at Yale Hotelis currently seeking organized and hospitableBuilding Maintenance Technician. In this role, you are an integral part of the team in supporting the hotel operations and establishing clear communication lines to deliver on brand standards and ensure a comfortable and thoughtful guest experience.

Our caring and attentive associates reinforce our principal belief that guest service is our highest priority. We have opportunities for energetic, service-oriented individuals who are experienced in providing efficient service and memorable experiences.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the property's preventative maintenance procedures for guest rooms, kitchen, equipment, public space, grounds, landscaping, building envelope, etc.
• Establish and maintain open communications with all departments to become aware of maintenance needs and ensure a timely response.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of all building-related systems and equipment – HVAC, electrical, plumbing, kitchen furnishings, internet infrastructure, etc.
• Responds in a courteous and helpful tone to all guest and team member questions, complaints, or requests to deliver on brand standards and ensure a comfortable and thoughtful guest experience.

Fundamentals

• Education: Vocational schooling, military training, certification, and/or experience in building-related trades required in 1 or more of the following areas: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Carpentry.
• Experience: Must have someexperience at a comparable location. Prior hotel experience preferred.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Remains current on technology advances and safety protocols and makes recommendations on new practices to implement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of security and safety programs.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, including follow-up, time management, ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to positively communicate and interact with all hotel departments, external vendors, and guests.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and be able to consistently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Study Hotels is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required.

About Us

The Study at Yale Hotel, the first property of the Study Hotels brand is sophisticated, yet relaxed 124 rooms hotel located in the heart of Yale University’s vibrant Arts Campus in New Haven, Connecticut - just steps away from the University’s museums, theaters, libraries and cultural centers. The Study captures the essence of Yale and offers guests a level of personalized service, style and comfort, unparalleled in the New Haven area. Literature, art, music and thoughtful design are central themes, evident throughout our inspired spaces.

Eligible full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Study Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, disability, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.