Engineer - Arlo Hotels

Arlo DC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlo Washington DC is seeking a dynamic Engineer to join our hotel maintenance team and contribute to exceptional guest experiences.

Under the direction of the Director of Engineering, you will perform general repairs, preventive maintenance and various trades to ensure our hotel operates smoothly and safely. This role requires reliability, attention to detail, and a customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in minor electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, or general construction repairs.
• Ability to read, speak and write English well to communicate with guests and team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repairs and preventive maintenance on hotel equipment.
• Handle minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and painting tasks.
• Keep accurate records of tasks performed and meter readings.
• Respond to guest room calls and safety concerns in a timely, courteous manner.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and writing English

Hands-on maintenance experience

People skills

Tools

Hand tools

Electric tools

Job description

Arlo Washington DC, soon to be added to the Arlo Hotels portfolio is now seeking a dynamic Engineer..

In the lifestyle hospitality industry, people make the difference.Arlo Hotelsis committed to being a great place to work, providing exceptional service for our guests through our unique approach to the independent lifestyle hotel segment. Here at Arlo we ask all our team members to be themselves andembrace it!Are you someone whoispassionateaboutpeople,drivenby purpose, andcleverin your approach? If so, keep on reading!! Here atArlowe strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more"......

Arlo Washington D.C. will comprise 229,846 square feet, which includes the restoration and preservation of the original 42,942-square-foot, five-story building, The Harrison Apartment, D.C.’s oldest known surviving conventional apartment building that has stood since 1882. Arlo Hotels is adding 186,904 square feet of space to the property, where the sixth through 12th floors, the penthouse, four meeting rooms and an indoor and outdoor rooftop lounge and pool will be located. The hotel will also feature a restaurant and bar, a “Bodega” cafe and lounge, and an interior courtyard.

Ideal for leisure and business travelers, Arlo Washington D.C. is conveniently located four blocks from Washington, D.C.’s Union Station and less than a mile from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Situated in the city’s bustling Judiciary Square neighborhood, the 445-room hotel is close to globally recognized landmarks such as The Capitol and the Supreme Court Building, fine dining options and upscale shopping.

Under direction of the Director of Engineering, perform general repairs and preventive maintenance of any and all equipment found in and around the hotel as needed. Specific work areas will be assigned as needed to each team member, based on skill level and experience. Accurate record keeping on assigned tasks is required. Ensure that all safety systems are operable.

Responsibilities And Authorities:

• Always treat guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations.
• Honesty & Integrity
• Day to day system operation and maintenance routines
• Minor and major repairs, improvements and upkeep.
• Respond to guestroom calls as required and in a positive, polite and timely manner.
• Report immediately any accident and or incident which may accrue while at work
• Acknowledge guest with eye contact
• Adhere to hotel Health and Safety guidelines.
• Use guest name whenever possible
• Report all guest concerns to management in a timely manner.

Specific Duties:

• Take equipment and meter readings and record in a legible and orderly manner.
• Ensure that the job site is clean and orderly after completion of all jobs.
• Trade responsibilities:
• Minor Plumbing maintenance and repairs
• Minor Electrical maintenance and repairs
• MinorHVAC maintenance and repairs
• Painting (Spackle, Sanding etc.)
• Detailed record keeping is required form logs and inspection sheets.
• Perform preventive maintenance on all hotel guest rooms and public areas as

Assigned – (this requires the individual to visually inspect and detect items needing repair and requires knowledge of a wide variety of maintenance trades).

• Think quickly and act appropriately in emergency situations.
• Perform well under pressure situations, time demands, and work overtime when needed.
• Support for other operating departments and guest activities
• Maintains departmental compliance with hotel engineering procedures.
• Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours).
• Responds to all building related safety concerns.
• Perform other duties as requested, such as (but not limited to) moving supplies and equipment or cleaning up spills to ensure a safe working environment.
• Report major repairs and items which cannot be repaired immediately to Management for further action.
• Ensuring communication between contractors and management.
• Any other requests of duties from management.

Requirements:

• Hotel or building maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, lift or carry supplies, equipment or tools weighting up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment.
• Skill in the use of related tools (including hand and electric tools).

Knowledge:

• Must have a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience working on minor electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and/or general construction repairs.
• Ability to read, speak and write the English language in order to communicate with guests and other hotel team members and to fully comprehend job assignments.

License:

• Fire Safety Director (must obtain up to 6-9 months after employment commences)
• S12 City Wide Sprinkler System (must obtain up to 45 days after employment commences)
• S13 City Wide Standpipe System (must obtain up to 45 days after employment commences)
• P98 Fuel Piping (must obtain up to 45 days after employment commences)
• EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification (Preferable)

Special Requirements:

• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, engineering staff may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.

Salary

• $30.00 - $32.00