ENGINEER/MAINTENANCE(HOURLY POSITION $17.25/HR)

Friendwell Group of Companies; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendwell Group of Companies is seeking a reliable Hotel Engineer to maintain the physical functionality and safety of the hotel, including guest rooms, public areas, and staff areas.

You will respond to guest calls and work orders, perform a range of repairs, and conduct preventive maintenance to ensure smooth hotel operations. The role requires flexibility with shifts, weekends, and holidays, and familiarity with emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel maintenance or engineering preferred.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including holidays and weekends.
• Strong multitasking ability in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and operate heavy machinery safely.
• Familiarity with hotel emergency procedures and shut-offs.

Responsibilities

• Respond to guest calls and team work orders to repair non-functioning equipment.
• Perform repairs across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, and furnishings.
• Conduct inspections and perform preventive maintenance.
• Record and report completed repairs and items needing attention.
• Maintain the guest room Preventive Maintenance program and records.
• Be knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures and locations of shut-offs.

Skills

Team player

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Education

Vocational training / apprenticeship

Job description

Seeking a reliable individual who enjoys working in a team environment to join our team as a Hotel Engineer. The Maintains the physical functionality and safety of the hotel including, but not limited to, guest rooms public areas and employee areas.

Roles and Responsibilities:

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

• Respond to guest calls and team member work orders in a timely, friendly, and efficient manner to assess and repair non-functioning machinery and/or equipment.
• Perform a variety of repair and maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, HVAC work, masonry, furnishings and fixtures, wall coverings, window repairs, etc.
• Conduct inspections and maintain for preventive maintenance needs.
• Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures, including location of all emergency shut-offs.
• Record and report completed repairs and items that require further attention.
• Maintain the guest room Preventative Maintenance program and consistently keep updated records.
• Be knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures, including location of all emergency shut-offs.

Requirements:

Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules (including Holidays and weekends) to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.

• Availability to work all shifts, also must be able to work holidays and weekends.
• Strong ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests and team members.
• Strong understanding of the technologies used and required.
• React quickly in emergency situations, making sound decisions.
• Able to lift 50 pounds or more.
• Able to operate safely & responsibly heavy machinery.
• Saflok knowledge a plus

Qualification Standards

Education:

Degree a plus. Combination of vocational education, apprenticeship, in-plant training, or on-the job training required.

Experience:

Previous hotel engineering experience a plus

Notice

Friendwell Managed Hotels function twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. As a part of the hospitality industry a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times. All employees are required to project a friendly, welcoming, and positive attitude.