Maintenance Associate

Homewood Suites Albany; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Homewood Suites Albany is seeking a Maintenance Associate to enhance guest experiences through effective property maintenance and repairs. This full-time role involves both hands-on work with hotel facilities and direct interaction with guests. Successful candidates will have a background in technical skills and good communication abilities, ensuring a positive stay for guests.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off - Holiday, Vacation and Personal Days

Medical and Dental Insurance

401K Retirement Program with company contribution

Employee Room Night Discounts

Employee Awards

Employee Referral Program - up to $225.00 per referral

Qualifications

• General knowledge of technical fields preferred (carpentry, painting, electrical).
• Ability to drive a pick-up truck for plowing snow.
• Must lift at least 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on building, hotel rooms, and equipment.
• Conduct inspections for Preventative Maintenance needs.
• Respond courteously to guests' questions and requests.

Skills

Property Maintenance

Hands-on Repairs

Preventative Maintenance

Technical Knowledge

Effective Communication

Education

High school diploma with technical or vocational schooling

Tools

Light Equipment

Job description

We have a great opportunity for you to bring your maintenance skills to our hotel where you can make a difference for our guests. At our hotel you will utilize your expertise in property maintenance, hands on repairs, and preventative maintenance. Our environment provides great opportunities to grow. If you enjoy engaging with others and have a winning personality and high sense of responsibility - this role is perfect for you!

As a full-time employee, you will receive the following:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off - Holiday, Vacation and Personal Days
• Great Benefits including Medical and Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K Retirement Program with company contribution - FREE MONEY!
• Hilton and Turf Hotel Employee Room Night Discounts
• Employee Awards
• Employee Referral Program - up to $225.00 per referral

As a Maintenance Associate you will be responsible for giving our guests the best hospitality experience they can have by:

• Responds in a courteous and timely manner to all guests' questions, complaints or requests.
• Performs maintenance and repair work on the interior and exterior of building, hotel rooms and contents, laundry and kitchen/refrigeration equipment, lighting, heating/air conditioning (HVAC) ventilation, water treatment systems and swimming pools.
• Conduct inspections for Preventative Maintenance needs.
• Ensure the security of inventory such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc.
• Replenish supplies in a timely and efficient manner, minimizing waste and ensuring that equipment is prepared and operational for the next shift.
• Completes assigned work orders in a timely manner and within specifications.
• Record and report completed repairs and items that require further attention.
• Maintains regular attendance, is consistently on time, and observes prescribed work, break and meal periods in compliance with standards.
• Maintains high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include compliance with the dress code.
• Maintains and promotes a positive and cooperative work relationship with all hotel departments.
• Performs any other duties as requested by manager.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: A high school diploma with technical or vocational schooling is preferred. Hotel experience is also preferred but not required. General knowledge of technical fields, such as carpentry, painting, and electrical, is expected.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This position requires effective communication skills, a professional manner, the ability to work in a team and make independent decisions. Must have the ability to drive a pick-up truck for plowing snow. This position requires lifting at least 40 pounds.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule that will include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.