Maintenance Technician

Dauphine-Orleans-Hotel; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid time off

401k Plan

Hotel Discounts

Shoe subsidy

Job summary

Waterford Hotel Group is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to supervise and perform maintenance across hotel properties, ensuring safe and enjoyable guest experiences. The role requires self-starting initiative, strong work ethic, and solid interpersonal skills.

You will perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, lighting and more, monitor building systems, and respond promptly to service requests while upholding safety standards and professional conduct with guests and staff.

Qualifications

• A keen eye for detail and strong time management skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal abilities.
• Able to work both independently and in a team.
• Flexible working hours and reliable under pressure.
• Able to pass a background check and maintain safety standards.
• Physical stamina for maintenance tasks and grounds work.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair duties on HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, lighting, furniture and painting.
• Monitor and maintain building systems as assigned.
• Complete maintenance service requests promptly and accurately.
• Maintain professional conduct with guests, vendors, contractors and employees.
• Perform grounds work as directed by Chief Engineer.
• Alert General Manager to any unusual occurrences or damages.
• Ensure safety standards comply with guidelines and regulations.
• Respond to guest and colleague maintenance issues in a timely manner and document tasks.
• Handle minor maintenance (electrical, plumbing, painting, caulking).
• Snow removal as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical

Plumbing

Job description

ABOUT US

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We will celebrate your successes, appreciate your strengths, and offer an environment where each of us can truly be ourselves. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Maintenance Engineer Overview

Maintenance Engineer is responsible for supervising the properties maintenance and routine processes to make it fully functional, enjoyable, and safe for our guests. Engineers are self-started with an insatiable curiosity, a superb work ethic and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair duties, including but not limited to HVAC, refrigeration systems, plumbing, lighting, furniture, sheetrock, and painting.


• Monitor and maintain all building systems as assigned.


• Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests as assigned.


• Maintain a professional and courteous manner with all guests, vendors, contractors, and employees.


• Complete grounds work as directed by Chief Engineer.


• Responsible for alerting the General Manager of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that has taken place or that may occur.


• Assure safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines.


• Respond to all guest and colleague maintenance issues in a timely fashion. Keep accurate record of assigned tasks and must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.


• Minor Maintenance (Electrical, Plumbing, painting, caulking).


• Snow Removal (Must be able to shovel snow).

Job Requirements

• A keen eye for detail, time management and great customer service skills.


• Pleasant and friendly demeanor.


• Able to work as a team and independently.


• Flexible working hours.


• Ability to work with little or no supervision while meeting high-performance standards.


• Physical mobility and stamina.


• Must be able to pass a background check.


• Ability to follow instructions.

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire.


• We value the health and wellness of you and your family.


• Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverage.


• Everyone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.


• Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment. We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates. If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date!

EXCITING EXTRAS

• On Demand Pay - Why wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it 24/7.


• Pet Insurance - We cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.


• 401k Plan - Nobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.


• Hotel Discounts - It’s one of the biggest industry perks.


• Shoes for Crew(s) - All associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.


• For more information, please visit our website at waterfordhotelgroup.com.

EOE/M/F/D/V

Source: Hospitality Online