Engineering | Maintenance Technician

Wequassett; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discounts

Complimentary Classes

Job summary

Lake Austin Spa Resort in Texas is seeking a reliable Maintenance Technician to support the Engineering team on evenings, maintaining plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other trade work. You will lead the evening shift, work with contractors, respond to guest maintenance requests, and help keep the resort's spaces clean and safe.

Salary ranges $45,000–$55,000 per year based on experience. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs, with alternating weekends and

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of skilled trade activities in plumbing, carpentry, painting, and electrical and mechanical work.
• Ability to use various trade tools (hand and electric).
• Ability to perform essential arithmetic and operate/repair equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist chief engineer and contractors with repairs and maintenance.
• Perform routine minor/moderate repairs across plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical and mechanical work.
• Change filters on supply air fans and fan coil units; clean mechanical spaces and air returns.
• Respond to guest maintenance requests and maintain pool water and equipment.

Skills

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Electrical

Mechanical work

Education

High school diploma (preferred)

TX driver's license

Tools

Trade tools

Job description

Description

PURPOSE: The role will partner with our Engineering team in repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment and assisting other trade mechanics in their duties to ensure a clean, safe, and well-managed property for our evening shift. The ideal candidate is responsible, consistent, and diligent. This position will report to the Director of Engineering and lead the evening shift from 1:30-10:00 pm Monday-Friday, including alternating weekends and holidays. The pay range is between $45,000-55,000 a year based on experience. We seek to fill this role as soon as possible for the right individual.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with and under the direction of the chief engineer and outside contractors as necessary to assist with repairs and maintenance.
• Perform routine minor and moderate repairs and maintenance duties assigned, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical and mechanical work.
• Change filters on all supply air fans and fan coil units.
• Clean all mechanical spaces, ceiling diffusers, return air registers, and toilet exhausts.
• Respond to guest requests for maintenance, such as changing light bulbs, fixing leaks, etc.
• Maintained and treat pool water with chemicals, cleaning, and equipment maintenance.
• Check arrival rooms thoroughly, following the guest arrival rooms list.
• Work daily in vacant rooms using the Rooms Tour punch list.
• Maintenance must have the Day pager on between 9-5 every day.
• Complete all Maintenance Request forms promptly.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

In addition to performing the essential functions, this position may be required to perform additional functions according to the needs of the spa and as assigned by the supervisor. These responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Receive and distribute deliveries.
• Assist with guest luggage and room service as needed.
• Report any unusual person or activity to a supervisor or front desk.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the job's essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Basic knowledge of skilled trade activities in plumbing, carpentry, painting, and electrical and mechanical work.
• Skill in using various trade tools, including both hand and electric tools.
• Basic aptitude for and ability to operate and repair equipment.
• Ability to perform essential arithmetic functions.
• Ability to move and work throughout the resort for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to push and pull objects or materials weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, working at heights up to approximately 30 feet for extended periods with the ability to extend arms overhead.
• Ability to grasp, lift, or carry items weighing up to 75 lbs. waist high.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Education:

• Any combination of education and experience provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job. High school diploma preferred.

Experience:

• Maintenance experience preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• TX driver's license with a clean record

ABOUT LAKE AUSTIN SPA RESORT

Nestled along the shores of scenic Lake Austin in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Lake Austin Spa Resort offers guests the sanctuary of an award-winning spa and the warmth of a best friend's lake house.

Lake Austin Spa Resort offers all-inclusive vacation packages, which include accommodations in one of 40 charming lakeside guest rooms across 12 landscaped grounds, three gourmet meals daily, indoor and outdoor fitness activities and classes, and a selection of more than 100 spa and body treatments in the 25,000-square foot spa.

What makes Lake Austin Spa Resort an incredible, rewarding place to work? It's the talented team, community, tranquil surroundings, and, most importantly, the ability to care for and provide exceptional service to our guests.

What We Believe

• Shared accountability
• Humility and kindness
• Creative problem solving
• Do well and do good
• Scenic Views
• Wellness Classes
• Community Atmosphere
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Recognition
• Complimentary Classes

Lake Austin Spa Resort is an EOE/M/F/D/V and eVerify Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.