General Maintenance Engineer

Hyatt; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt is seeking a General Maintenance Engineer in Wichita, KS to maintain hotel systems, dispatch tasks, and ensure operations run smoothly and safely.

The role requires basic trades knowledge, ability to read work orders, and strong communication. You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with snow removal, and respond to maintenance calls in a professional manner.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality facilities maintenance or related field is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical trades.

Responsibilities

• Maintains hotel systems including HVAC, plumbing and fire protection.
• Reviews work orders and prioritizes tasks.
• Responds to maintenance calls and ensures safety and confidentiality.
• Maintains workshop area neat and orderly and adheres to policies.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

English fluency

Basic math

Team communication

Hand and power tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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General Maintenance Engineer

Full Time Wichita, KS, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1267

Salary Range: $16.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Position Objectives

The primary responsibility of the General Maintenance Engineer is to ensure that all hotel systems, equipment, and facilities are operating at peak efficiency. The General Maintenance Engineer will dispatch to assignments that are coordinated by the Director of Engineer. The General Maintenance Engineers may be dispatched to guest rooms to complete tasks, the General Maintenance Engineer is expected to complete all tasks in a professional and courteous manner while ensuring repairs are properly completed in a financially responsible manner.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Maintains engineering for HVAC, ductwork, piping, plumbing, and fire protection.
Reviews assigned work orders and determines work priorities.
Installs machines, tools, and equipment to ensure continuous operations.
Inspects kitchen machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
Inspects, repairs, and adjusts HVAC equipment.
Repairs, rods, cleans, adjusts, and removes plumbing fixtures, line vents, and/or drains as needed, to ensure proper operation and sanitation.
Makes minor electrical repairs, including but not limited to repair and replacement of outlets, light fixtures, and equipment; ensures adequate lighting in all areas by replacing lights as needed.
Adheres to departmental quality standards; follows all safety rules.
Responsible for ensuring the workshop is neat and orderly.
Adheres to all regulatory, departmental, and company policies and procedures.
Performs preventive maintenance to equipment on a scheduled basis.
Assists with snow removal. • Responds to maintenance calls.
Maintains strict confidentiality in all company matters.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of facilities maintenance experience in hospitality or related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; must be fluent and literate in English.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, or finishing trades.
• Basic computer skills. • Must have basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of the proper operation of hand and power tools.