Facilities Caretaker Technician

Holland America/Princess Alaska-Yukon Land Operations; Alaska; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cruise and travel privileges for you &

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Holland America Line/Princess Cruises is seeking a Technician, Facilities Caretaker based at the Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge in Alaska.

You will maintain hotel facilities, ensure safe and reliable operations, and support multiple departments while spending at least three nights per workweek on-site. The role requires forklifts certification, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in varying climates with physical effort.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• One year of facilities maintenance experience.
• Forklift certification within six months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Clear verbal and written communication with all levels.
• Lift 60 lbs and work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance and responds to after-hours maintenance on building systems and related components.
• Repairs and maintains facilities systems; inspects safety procedures and trains seasonal staff on safety.
• Maintains small engines and carts; determines when external service is needed for repairs.
• Identifies projects requiring contractor assistance and monitors vendor work.
• Assists management in training seasonal staff in facilities maintenance tasks.
• Responds to emergencies to keep facilities operational and supports winterization efforts.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Detail orientation

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

One year facilities maintenance experience

Tools

Forklift certification

Driver's license

Job description

Trapper Creek, AK

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation.

Holland America Line and Princess Cruises united as HAP-Alaska/Yukon Land Operations. We’re innovators in Alaska and Yukon tourism and advocates for the environment. Our team supports a combined fleet of ships sailing to Alaska each summer, operating lodges and hotels, luxury motor coaches and the largest domed rail cars in the world. Our guests experience both luxury and adventure that is truly unmatched.

Job Description

Trapper Creek, AK

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation.

Holland America Line and Princess Cruises united as HAP-Alaska/Yukon Land Operations. We’re innovators in Alaska and Yukon tourism and advocates for the environment. Our team supports a combined fleet of ships sailing to Alaska each summer, operating lodges and hotels, luxury motor coaches and the largest domed rail cars in the world. Our guests experience both luxury and adventure that is truly unmatched.

We’re looking for an amazing Technician, Facilities Caretaker professional to fill this role, which is based in our Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge. Be a part of the team that maintains the overall workings of the hotel property, ensuring the facilities are clean and in good operating condition. You will provide reliability, dependability, and a positive attitude in a diverse environment as you support multiple departments, ensuring the safest and most enjoyable experience for our guests and team members alike. Caretakers will spend a minimum of three (3) nights on the property per work week and respond to after-hours business or emergency needs.

Here’s a summary of what Holland America Line and Princess is looking for in its Technician, Facilities Caretaker. Is this you?

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance and responds to after hour business emergency maintenance on building systems, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and control systems, and related components; tests system competency and component devices and evaluates performance.
• Repairs and maintains a variety of facilities systems, components, and structures; repairs building plumbing, low-voltage, and line voltage electric systems, door hardware, fire and life safety protection equipment/systems, sprinkler systems, sensors and related hardware and software; constructs and maintains indoor/outdoor facilities, fans, lights and related; conducts structural inspections for safety. Knows and understands all safety procedures and trains seasonal staff on safety procedures related to lodge operations.
• Performs service and preventative maintenance on small, motorized equipment engines and carts; troubleshoots equipment problems and identifies when appropriate for an external service provider to make repairs or perform warranty work. Maintains induction and air handling units; cleans and inspects all equipment, completes filter changes, lubricates, maintains, and services mechanical and refrigeration and/or cooling systems.
• Identifies repair and maintenance projects requiring the assistance of contractors or vendors; participates in documenting challenges that require contractor repairs; monitors work of vendors or contractors.
• Assists management in determining training needs for seasonal work teams and assists in the training of less-skilled staff in facilities maintenance trades. Responsible for paper and electronic recordkeeping related to preventative and corrective maintenance and repair, tracks and closes assigned work orders; may monitor work orders assigned to others and assist them in managing work orders.
• Responds to emergencies to ensure that all facilities are protected and remain operational. Assists with tasks required in preparing to open and close lodges for winter operations, including winterization and snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks, and start-up operations as assigned.
• Operates carts and service vehicles; responsible for safe operation and reporting any observed maintenance needs or accidents. Maintains appropriate records and reports. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Forklift driver certification is required within six months of employment. Random drug screening and a valid driver’s license for the operation of a motor vehicle with a clean driving record for the past three years.
• The ability to clearly communicate, verbally and in writing, with all levels of employees, management, and customers.
• The ability to prioritize work while maintaining attention to details and time constraints, working independently or in a team environment.
• Must be able to spend a minimum three (3) nights on the property per workweek
• The ability to support and comply with all company policies, procedures, guidelines, and safety standards, both at work and in housing (if applicable).
• Requires regular movement throughout company facilities.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds.
• May need to stand for extended periods of time.
• Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery.
• May be requested to work a different shift.
• Work beyond normal business hours or on weekends may be required occasionally to support business needs, projects, or operations.
• High School diploma or GED
• One year of facilities maintenance, construction, or repair experience in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Holland America Line/Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-1B status).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Maintains a broad working knowledge of materials, systems, and code requirements related to maintenance of facilities. You will need the knowledge of power and hand tools used in facilities maintenance; recordkeeping techniques and regulations, including use of automated record systems; OSHA workplace health and safety standards and procedures; use of computers to use automated recordkeeping tools, automated system controls, and email; customer service practices.
• Must be comfortable to work in both the indoors and outdoors that could have exposure to various weather conditions.
• May be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions, noise, and temperature extremes.
• Must be able to frequently bend, stand, kneel, climb ladders, reach below and above shoulders, and crawl.
• Wrist, hand, and finger dexterity is required to operate various equipment and materials.
• The ability to lift 60 lbs./23 kg and occasionally move up to 100 lbs., work around equipment safely, and stand/walk for extended periods of time.
• Working knowledge of computer programs to maintain logs, inventories and purchasing records; respond to service requests and emails; monitor and manage work orders.
• The ability to use and train others on a variety of tools and power equipment; plan and coordinate work; track and plan preventative maintenance work; maintain records and reports in computerized and written formats, compliant with regulatory requirements.
• The ability to effectively use email and automated calendaring systems; make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately; learn and apply health and safety regulations; work independently with minimal supervision; understand and follow oral and written directions; optimize efficiencies provided by automated maintenance management and service request tools; work from blueprints, shop drawings and sketches; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

What You Can Expect

• Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your family
• Health Benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training & Professional Development
• Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement
• Rewards & Incentives

Our Culture… Stronger Together

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees. Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: https://www.princess.com/aboutus/culture-framework/.

Holland America Line and Princess are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Holland America Line and Princess will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact: [e-mail]

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