Maintenance Technician

River Oaks Country Club, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Annual Christmas Bonus

Employee Meals

Parking

Scholarship Program

Job summary

River Oaks Country Club is seeking a Maintenance Technician to oversee mechanical areas of the club and grounds, ensuring top efficiency of operations.

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will perform diverse repairs, inspections and system maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems to support club activities and events.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with knowledge of mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
• Aptitude to read and understand trade schematics and drawings.
• Able to communicate effectively in English – speaking, writing and reading.

Responsibilities

• Maintains/repairs plumbing fixtures, electrical systems, appliances, ventilation and building structure.
• Performs painting, carpentry and electrical tasks as needed.
• Maintains air conditioning, refrigerators and kitchen equipment.
• Inspects lighting and adjusts as required.
• Performs water hardness tests and checks chiller pressures.
• Handles club PA setup and event decorations.
• Diagnoses problems, replaces/repairs parts, and tests changes.
• Follows PPE and safety regulations; keeps work area clean and organized.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Read schematics

English communication

Physical stamina

Tools

HVAC equipment

Electrical testing tools

Plumbing tools

Refrigeration systems

Job description

River Oaks County Club
Houston, TX 77019, USA

Description

Full-time Opportunity | From $20.00/hour | Employee Amenities | Central Location | Free Employee Meals | Free On-site Employee Parking

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Maintenance Technician helps oversee all mechanical areas of the club facility and the grounds to keep the club functioning at top efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains/undertakes general repairs to the plumbing fixtures, electrical system, appliances, ventilation system and building structure of the club
• Performs various duties involving painting, carpentry and electrical work
• Maintains the air conditioning, refrigerators and kitchen equipment
• Inspects lighting throughout the club and makes any necessary changes
• Performs water test for hardness and checks pressure on all chillers
• Checks all motors in engine room
• Responds to calls from staff and members for maintenance throughout the property
• Assists in setting up the Club PA system and decorations for events
• Diagnoses problems replace or repair parts, test and adjust accordingly
• Safely uses a variety of hand and power tools and material handling equipment
• Detects and reports faulty operations and defective materials as required
• Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) whenever required
• Complies with safety regulations
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with all-around knowledge of mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical and HVAC
• Possesses the aptitude to perform hands-on repairs HVAC, refrigeration systems, sprinkler and electrical trades
• Able to read and understand trade-related schematics, construction documents and drawings
• Previous experience in the hospitality, education, arts, building management sectors is preferred
• Previous experience working in an environment where managing buildings and grounds was central to the role required
• Able to communicate effectively in English – speaking, writing and reading
• Able to spend the majority of the shift standing; Can work in all weather, including high temperatures; Can competently climb ladders, craw through small spaces; Able to push, pull, lift up to 30lbs

Personal Characteristics

Genuinely cares about people and is available and ready to help

• Is easy to approach; enjoys interacting with our members and guests
• Detail oriented, organized, efficient and quick learner
• Enjoys working hard and seizing opportunities as they present themselves
• Able to learn quickly when faced with new problems and challenges
• Can effectively cope with change and ambiguity

The Club and Our Benefits: We offer excellent benefits for full-time positions including:

Medical, Dental, Vision; 401(k) Matching & Safe Harbor Contributions; Group/Voluntary Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Short and Long Term Disability; Annual Christmas Bonus*; Employee Meals*; Complimentary Parking*; Employee Scholarship Program*. (*benefits available to all current employees)

Founded in 1923, River Oaks Country Club is considered among the nation’s premier private clubs and is ranked number 56 of the Top 100 Golf and Country Clubs globally by Platinum Clubs of the World. Situated on 183 acres, the Club has a long-standing reputation of providing members, their families and guests with an exceptional club experience and unparalleled service.

River Oaks Country Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Oaks Country Club grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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