Maintenance

Athena Hospitality Group; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Athena Hospitality Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to handle operation, maintenance, service, and repair of hotel equipment. The engineer will ensure guest satisfaction by performing preventative maintenance and responding to work orders in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate has experience in a hotel or related field, a high school diploma, and must be willing to work a varied schedule. This role requires physical stamina for lifting and performing various tasks around the property.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to work varied schedules including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on guest rooms and common areas.
• Immediately respond to alarms and report findings.

Skills

Maintenance and repair skills

Customer service

Carpentry

Plumbing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVAC systems

Basic hand tools

Job description

The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for assisting with the operation, maintenance, service, and repair of equipment as assigned. The engineer participates in the preventative maintenance program and handles guest requests and other work orders. The engineer performs the job in a safe and efficient manner and performs trade jobs such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, etc. May be required to drive shuttle van when needed (property specific).

Requirements

• Assist with the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Change out light bulbs and 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, guest rooms, 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.
• Clean exterior parking lot and remove trash from receptacles.
• Perform minor landscaping tasks such as pulling weeds between lawn servicing dates.
• Help the housekeeping department maintain public areas of the hotel.
• Assist with guest transportation if the property has shuttle service.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as identified in the CORE program and record the work completed.
• Maintain the needed stock of mechanical items to ensure work can be completed timely without delays.
• Advise the General Manager of equipment or supplies needed and properly maintain the building.
• Assist breakfast area in the following tasks as needed: approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service‑oriented manner; maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working; support all areas of the food service as necessary, including washing dishes by hand and/or placing them in a dishwashing machine, restocking dishes, glassware, utensils, pots and pans.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state (property specific).
• Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record). (property specific)
• Must be willing and able to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Job Settings and Physical Demands

To perform the job successfully, the candidate must be able to stand and walk 90% of their workday. Lifting and carrying up to 65 lbs. may be necessary at times, and bending and stooping are required. The job is performed indoors in a well‑ventilated area.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of people assigned to this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. All employees may be required to perform activities outside of their normal job responsibilities from time to time as needed.

EOE - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.