General Maintenance Engineer - Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

Hilton; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious hotel as a General Maintenance Engineer, where you'll ensure the safety and functionality of the facility. This role involves performing a variety of maintenance tasks, from electrical work to plumbing, while providing outstanding service to guests and colleagues alike. An established industry leader is looking for a dedicated professional who values teamwork and integrity. If you have a passion for hospitality and a knack for problem-solving, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a renowned establishment known for its exceptional guest experiences and commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in hotel maintenance or commercial building.
• Knowledge of maintenance trades including electrical, plumbing, and mechanical.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and functionality of the facility including guest rooms and public spaces.
• Respond to guest calls and perform various repair and maintenance tasks.

Skills

General maintenance engineering

Basic electrical knowledge

Plumbing skills

Mechanical skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Education

Universal 608 refrigeration Certification

Los Angeles CPO Certification

Tools

HVAC systems

Carpentry tools

Welding equipment

Job description

As a leading hotel in the luxury market, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is looking for a General Maintenance Engineer to join the Property Operations / Engineering Team at this beautiful property!

This Forbes 5-Star, AAA 5-Diamond hotel has 170 rooms, 6,300 square feet of banquet space, and 4 food and beverage outlets. This includes 2 Jean-Georges concepted restaurants, lobby lounge, and in-room dining.

Pay: $40.96 plus full-time benefits
Shift: mostly overnight – must have availability to work weekends, weekdays, and holidays.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

1. 3-5 years’ experience as a general maintenance engineer in a hotel environment/commercial building
2. Knowledge of all maintenance trades, including basic electrical (up to 208 volts), plumbing, & mechanical
3. Ability to communicate effectively, maximize resources, and adhere to strict health and safety regulations.
4. Flexible approach is imperative to the ever-changing demands of the department.
5. Ability to maintain excellent working relationships with your department and hotel colleagues.
6. Ability to maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel matters.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. A Universal 608 refrigeration Certification
2. A Los Angeles CPO Certification
3. Welding experience

What will I be doing?

As a General Maintenance Engineer, you would be responsible for maintaining the physical functionality and safety of the facility in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

1. Maintain the physical functionality and safety of the facility including, but not limited to, guest rooms, public space and heart-of-the-house areas.
2. Respond to guest calls and team member work orders in a timely, friendly and efficient manner to assess and repair non-functioning machinery and/or equipment.
3. Perform a variety of repair and maintenance tasks including, but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, painting, HVAC work and masonry.
4. Conduct inspections for preventive maintenance needs.
5. Record and report completed repairs and items that require further attention.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

1. Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
2. Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
3. Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
4. Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
5. Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
6. Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

1. Quality
2. Productivity
3. Dependability
4. Customer Focus
5. Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision