Engineer / Maintenance Technician

Auberge Collection; Washington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Team Member Stay Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with 4% match

Job summary

Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection in Washington, CT, seeks an Engineer to join the hotel’s engineering team and manage technical operations, troubleshoot motors, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, and minor automotive repairs.

You will respond to guest repair requests, perform preventive maintenance, document activities, and assist with events and property needs; candidates should have a high school diploma and hotel maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as technician/engineer in a hotel or property management preferred.
• Experience with power tools and safety.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions on assembly of mechanical equipment, furniture and warning labels.
• Ability to communicate in English with guests, co-workers, and management.
• Valid driver's license and clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and attend guest repair requests in a timely manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication.
• Ensure each day’s activities and any issues are communicated to other shifts using approved communication programs and standards.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials required to perform repair and maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on equipment including plumbing, electrical equipment, and furniture.
• Assist with surface preparation, painting, and light carpentry as needed.
• Utilize maintenance systems to proactively perform work and respond to tickets in a timely manner.
• Perform entry to mid-level troubleshooting of hotel Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical basics

Reading manuals

English communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Alice system

Job description

Only a two-hour drive from New York City, Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection is a luxury country retreat located in the idyllic town of Washington, Connecticut. Set on 58 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodlands, the property defines New England elegance and is renowned as one of the northeast’s most lauded luxury hideaways. Boasting 35 guest rooms, the hotel offers exceptional service and gracious attention to guest’s personalized needs. Wellness amenities include The Retreat at Mayflower Inn, a 20,000 sq. ft. sanctuary aiming to purify and detoxify through holistic treatments, promote wellbeing, and leave guests feeling relaxed and renewed. The resort also boasts expansive gardens, a tennis court, miles of hiking trails, a standalone two-story private-event space, The Huntress boutique, and two dining venues including The Garden Room for New England-inspired fine dining and the Tap Room, for casual country fare. In honor of the Inn’s centennial birthday in fall 2020, acclaimed New York-based interior designer Celerie Kemble oversaw a dramatic redesign encompassing guest rooms and suites, Mayflower’s signature restaurant, and the Inn’s historic main house, featuring a charming parlor.

For more information: auberge.com/mayflower

Follow Mayflower Inn & Spa on Facebook and Instagram @MayflowerAuberge

The Engineer is part of our engineering team and responsible for all technical operations at the hotel. This individual will troubleshoot and repair electrically run motors & devices, HVAC systems, carpentry projects, and plumbing projects, as well as minor automotive repairs and painting.

• Respond to and attend guest repair requests in a timely manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication.
• Ensure each day’s activities and any issues are communicated to other shifts using approved communication programs and standards.
• Demonstrate solid knowledge and skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials required to perform repair and maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on all types of equipment, including pump and motor replacement, plumbing such as plunging toilets and unclogging drains, and electrical equipment including lamps, extension cords, gas fireplaces, vacuum cleaners, electrical switches, outlets, and other guest room items.
• Assist with surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, and light bulb and A/C filter replacement.
• Utilize the Alice system to proactively perform maintenance work and respond to open and active maintenance tickets in a timely manner.
• Perform entry to mid level troubleshooting of hotel Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
• Assist with reasonable hotel operation requests; ie. set up and breakdown of property events, CAPEX project execution, and additional tasks deemed necessary by property management.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs, including installing, removing, repairing, and maintaining landscape lighting, signs, cables, chains, gates, posts, fences, and rock walls.
• Maintain the appearance of public areas by regularly inspecting the grounds and removing trash and debris, including raking, sweeping, and bagging leaves, dirt, and litter from driveways and sidewalks, and transporting trash to designated central collection points daily.
• Perform additional duties, such as maintaining areas in the spa and hotel public spaces, as instructed by hotel leadership.
• Move furniture as needed to support maintenance or operational needs.
• Maintain and light fire pits daily when weather permits.
• Use electronic devices supplied by Mayflower Inn & Spa, such as phones, earbuds, and radios, during work hours.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience serving as a technician or engineer within a hotel or property management preferred
• Experience with power tools use and safety
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions on assembly of mechanical equipment, furniture and warning labels
• Ability to communicate in English with guests, co-workers, and management
• Valid driver's license iand clean motor vehicle record

Benefits

Auberge Collection is proud to support the needs of our team members and their families with a competitive and affordable benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Team Member Stay Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Task Force Opportunities
• Career Growth
• Voluntary plans: short- and long-term disability, additional life insurance coverage, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage, and legal insurance
• 401(k) program and receive a 4% match on employee contributions after one year.

Eligibility to enroll in our benefits is based on the applicable waiting period and employment status. Some benefits may require an employee contribution. The Plan documents supersede this description.

About Auberge Collection

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge

About Friedkin

Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.

The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.

For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

MFI Operations LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. MFI Operations LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, MFI Operations LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.