Hotel Maintenance

Highgate Hotels, LP; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Highgate Hotels, LP is seeking a Hotel Maintenance worker for the Residence Inn West Des Moines. You will be responsible for assisting with the operation, maintenance, and repair of hotel equipment, including HVAC systems, plumbing, and preventative maintenance of guest rooms and common areas.

Ideal candidates will have experience in the hospitality industry, possess a high school diploma, and may have licensed trade qualifications. This position offers hourly compensation and is essential to maintaining high standards of service at the hotel.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed in a trade preferred (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Change out light bulbs; perform preventative maintenance for guest rooms.
• Perform preventative maintenance for ice machines, refrigerators, kitchen equipment.
• Perform plumbing repair and preventative maintenance on exhaust fans.
• Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause.

Skills

Experience in a hotel or related field

Licensed in a trade (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hotel Maintenance

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Location

Residence Inn West Des Moines

160 South Jordan Creek Parkway

West Des Moines, IA 50266

Compensation Type

Hourly

Responsibilities

• Assist with the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Change out light bulbs; perform preventative maintenance for guest rooms to include vinyl repair, touch up paint, minor furniture repair, tub caulking, tile repairs etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance for ice machines, refrigerators, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, HVAC, guestrooms, meeting rooms, swimming pool and hot tub.
• Perform plumbing repair, laundry equipment repair, preventative maintenance on all exhaust fans and supply; monitor energy conservation; repair vacuum cleaners and any other small equipment upon request.
• Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause, determine emergency status and report to the Front Desk with findings.
• Perform other tasks/jobs as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Licensed in a trade preferred (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.).