General Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in downtown Charleston is seeking a General Maintenance Engineer to perform maintenance and repair tasks. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and general maintenance skills, ensuring the hotel remains in excellent condition. Join a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Advancement & Growth Opportunities

Flexible Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Free Downtown Parking

Subsidized Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage for Full-Time Teammates

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required.
• Knowledge of general building maintenance skills.
• Dependable work ethic with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, routine, and urgent maintenance functions.
• Troubleshoot and repair hotel equipment, facilities, and systems.
• Maintain the overall appearance of guest rooms.

Skills

General building maintenance skills

Ability to lift up to fifty pounds

Ability to operate hand tools and power tools

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: General Maintenance Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORTS TO: Director of Engineering

SHIFT: Second Shift [3PM to 11PM]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Major areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

1. Perform preventative, routine, and urgent maintenance functions
2. Troubleshoot and repair hotel equipment, facilities, and systems
3. Maintain the overall appearance of guest rooms: paint touch-ups, door repairs, lightbulb changes, drape repairs, filter changes, etc.
4. Complete work orders, preventative maintenance, and daily projects assigned by engineering management throughout the shift
5. Repair or caulk bathroom fixtures and execute general plumbing as needed
6. Maintain accurate records for work orders and preventative maintenance, safety, repair/replacement of major equipment, and inventory of parts and supplies
7. Reprogram phones, televisions, and safes
8. Repair furniture and fixtures as necessary
9. Use power and hand tools to repair equipment
10. Climb ladders and scaffolding to complete tasks
11. Move or lift heavy objects as needed
12. Follow OSHA regulations
13. Comply with required safety regulations
14. Greet guests and anticipate and satisfy guest requests
15. Adhere to hotel service standards
16. Maintain consistent communication with all hotel departments, notifying them of any escalated issues

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Knowledge of general building maintenance skills
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Ability to lift up to fifty pounds
• Ability to bend and stand for extended periods
• Ability operate hand tools, power tools, and machinery
• Ability to read blueprints and tape measure
• Dependable work ethic with a positive attitude
• Ability to work well within a team

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE DEWBERRY TEAM:

• Competitive Pay
• Advancement & Growth Opportunities
• Full-Time and Part-Time Positions
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• 401K with Company Match
• Education Reimbursement
• Free Downtown Parking
• Subsidized Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage for Full-Time Teammates

Who We Are:

We are a tightknit group of passionate individuals who are unrelenting when it comes to offering a flawless experience at The Dewberry while maintaining our unique brand standards. Every Teammate plays a key role in contributing to the success of the whole hotel.

About The Dewberry:

As a 2022 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List award recipient for Best Hotel in the World, The Dewberry is located in the heart of downtown Charleston, bordering Marion Square, just steps from the shopping and dining on King Street, Museum Mile and The Gaillard Center.

Offering 153 thoughtfully appointed rooms, world-class service and unparalleled views, The Dewberry occupies the former L. Mendel Rivers (circa 1964) federal building and pays homage to Charleston’s century architectural splendor. The hotel is the result of owner John Dewberry’s vision of “Southern ReimaginedTM,” which he developed over the course of an eight-year renovation and preservation of the building. The hotel features several event spaces along with the nationally celebrated cocktail program at the brass bar in The Living Room, the whimsical cocktail lounge Citrus Club, treatments at our urban oasis, The Spa, the curated boutique The Shop as well as The Fifth Avenue Club by Saks Fifth Avenue.

The Dewberry is known among teammates, guests, and the community as a leader in the field of hospitality. As a brand, The Dewberry teammates, experience, and brand are authentic, humble, and innovative operators driven to anticipate needs and exceed expectations.