Engineering Associate (Seasonal) | Hotel Zoso

Columbia Hospitality, Inc.; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

HSA/FSA plans

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Daily pay option

Discounted lodging and dining

Referral bonus

Employee assistance program

Volunteer opportunities

Training & online learning

Job summary

Columbia Hospitality, Inc. at Hotel Zoso in Palm Springs seeks an Engineering Associate (Seasonal) to maintain building systems and execute maintenance tasks in a fast-paced boutique hotel environment.

You will handle electrical and mechanical upkeep, carpentry, and general repairs while contributing to a safe, well-maintained guest experience. This role offers varied duties and opportunities to develop technical skills in a hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Journeyman-level trade experience or 2+ years building maintenance.
• Good understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to perform painting, woodworking and carpentry.
• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely.
• Able to handle multiple tasks in a maintenance setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the building's physical appearance and mechanical/electrical systems.
• Process maintenance work orders promptly and ensure safety.
• Keep engineering storerooms and work areas clean and organized.
• Respond to after-hours calls as needed and address unsafe conditions.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Building maintenance

Carpentry

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Engineering Associate (Seasonal) | Hotel Zoso

Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:

The Perks

*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

• Hourly Pay Range: $20.00-$24.00 DOE
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

Our Commitment to you:

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

What Success Looks Like:

Your Impact

• Maintain the building’s physical appearance and working order of the club as well as assistance of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing system functionality and general upkeep.
• Ensure the security, cleanliness, preventative maintenance and repair of all engineering department tools, equipment and safety features are in accordance with established procedures and budgets.
• Ensure all maintenance and engineering storerooms and work areas are kept in a clean and orderly manner and storing all tools, equipment and spare parts in proper location.
• Responsible for the proper treatment and care of tools and equipment used to perform tasks.
• Responsible to complete delegated work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Respond to after-hour calls as necessary.
• Reports and addresses unsafe conditions immediately.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What You Bring

• Must be able to complete all types of work orders generated for engineering.
• Must have a general understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Journeymen level experience or equivalent in a trade or 2+ years in building maintenance experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively perform painting, woodworking, and general carpentry.
• Ability to perform maintenance and general repair.
• Must have knowledge and the ability to operate tools, hand tools and power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks and work in stressful situations.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.