Maintenance Engineer / Security / Shuttle Driver

Hotel Leveque; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel and travel discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton in Des Moines, Iowa, seeks a multi-role Maintenance Engineer / Security / Shuttle Driver. You will perform preventative maintenance, security rounds, and shuttle duties, with weekend shifts and a pay rate of $16–$19 per hour plus tips.

This role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and good communication. Training is provided for security/maintenance tasks; multiple shifts on Friday-Sunday, with overnight coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Some security or maintenance experience is a plus, but will train.
• High School diploma or equivalency education certificate required
• Valid driver’s license is required

Responsibilities

• Proactively perform preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Complete grounds and custodial tasks as needed.
• Operate tools and power equipment safely following all guidelines to ensure safety of self and others.
• Carry out building, equipment, or room repairs including plumbing, painting, carpentry, drywall, and electrical work.
• Prioritize repairs to minimize guest disruption and impact on experience.
• Communicate with hotel departments to coordinate timely maintenance responses.
• Listen to guests and address concerns; notify other departments when needed.
• Maintain professionalism aligned with hotel brand and company expectations.
• Know and communicate hotel emergency procedures; assist guests during emergencies.
• Drive shuttles to and from the airport when required.
• Support security duties, perform rounds, and respond to incidents.

Skills

Maintenance

Security

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Engineer / Security / Shuttle Driver

Join the team!

2nd & 3rd Shifts (4-10 hour days per week)

Compensation: $16.00 to $19.00 per hour plus tips

What's in it for you…

• Hotel and travel discounts at worldwide destinations!
• Professional development and promotion opportunities!

About this job...

• Second shift maintenance
• overnight security
• shuttle driver as needed
• shifts are Friday - Saturday 2:30pm-1am and Sunday - Monday 8pm-6:30am

What you'll be doing...

• Proactively maintain the physical building structure, building systems, and equipment by performing preventative and routine maintenance
• Complete grounds and custodial work as needed or assigned
• Use tools and other power equipment, following all manufacturer and other safety guidelines to ensure safety of self and others
• Complete needed or assigned building, equipment, or room repairs including but not limited to plumbing, painting, carpentry, sheetrock, and electrical work.
• Prioritize repairs or maintenance needs that may inconvenience or negatively impact the experience of hotel guests.
• Effectively communicate with hotel departments to ensure timely response and completion of maintenance needs.
• Listen to guests and empathize with their challenges. When necessary, notify other departments and act on guests concerns.
• Always maintain professionalism consistent with hotel brand and company expectations.
• Know, maintain, and communicate hotel emergency procedures; inform and assist guests or hotel operations in emergencies.
• If applicable, maintain balance and security of house bank and accurately log all transactions.
• driving shuttles to and from the airport
• maintaining and assisting with security, doing rounds and responding to situations.

Requirements...

Experience & Education:

• some security or maintenance experience is a plus, but will train.
• High School diploma or equivalency education certificate required
• Valid driver’s license is required

Communication:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in primary language used in the workplace

Physical:

• 8+ hours per day; stand and walk frequently throughout the workday
• Reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and pivot frequently through workday
• Lift, lower, push, pull, and maneuver up to 75 pounds occasionally

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel with 290 Rooms

A historic base where presidents stayed

A favorite among presidents and celebrities including Elvis and Johnny Cash, our restored 1919 hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. We're in the center of downtown Des Moines, a mile from the Wells Fargo Arena. The Iowa State Capitol is less than 10 minutes away, and we're 15 minutes from the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Proudfoot & Bird

Fine Dining in every aspect. Proudfoot & Bird, named after the original Hotel Fort Des Moines architects, pays homage to the glamorous days of years past with every detail. Adorned with stunning marble tables, intricate gold ceiling inlay, plush soft seating, and grand circular bar we have recreated a time that was filled with elegance, extravagance, and indulgence. Housed in the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, we have taken every step possible to protect a valued piece of Des Moines’ cherished history. Two semi-private dining rooms are available, seating eight and 10 guests, respectively. Comprised of handmade pastas, humanely raised poultry, waterfowl, prime cuts of beef, sustainably caught seafood and locally sourced produce, Proudfoot & Bird’s menu consists of world class fare. Timeless cocktails, local/regional beer selections, and a carefully curated list of award-winning wines have been chosen to pair perfectly with our culinary vision. We look forward to serving you