Hotel Maintenance Pro: HVAC, Plumbing & Repairs

Highgate; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

Highgate Hotels in Austin is seeking a maintenance associate responsible for operation, maintenance and repair of equipment across guest rooms, public areas and back‑of‑house spaces. You will perform preventative maintenance, light carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and respond to alarms with a focus on safety and energy efficiency.

A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with trade licenses a plus.

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.).
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.
• Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record) property specific.

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 the 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.

Skills

Hotel experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Highgate Hotels in Austin is seeking a maintenance associate responsible for operation, maintenance and repair of equipment across guest rooms, public areas and back‑of‑house spaces. You will perform preventative maintenance, light carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and respond to alarms with a focus on safety and energy efficiency.

A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required, with trade licenses a plus.