Maintenance Technician

Tandem Hospitality Group; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Hospitality Group in New Orleans seeks a Hotel Engineer to maintain building operations and guest rooms, reporting to Chief Engineer.

You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect systems, and coordinate with Housekeeping to ensure facilities are safe and functional.

This role requires attention to detail, hands-on technical ability, and availability for flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years of related experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the above skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and other systems.
• General knowledge of maintenance processes and methods.
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Significant attention to detail.
• Flexible schedule, including the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to Chief Engineer/Maintenance Supervisor.
• Survey building and repair mechanical systems to ensure health and safety standards.
• Perform maintenance of all electrical systems.
• Maintain heating and plumbing systems to ensure functionality.
• Perform manual repairs when necessary (locks, windows, fixtures).
• Conduct ongoing room preventative maintenance program.
• Resolve maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders.
• General upkeep such as landscaping, caulking, painting, etc.
• Work with carpentry, drywall, and carpet repair work.
• Inspect property to identify potential and current needs.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Chief Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Work with Housekeeping to ensure equipment in guest rooms functions and is part of a preventive maintenance program.

Job description

The hotel Engineer has the responsibility of working with the Chief to preserve the building's overall operational condition and functionality. This role requires a thorough professional with a practical approach and attention to detail that can work both autonomously and responsibly, while maintaining the building and common areas in the best possible condition and observing all health and safety guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

• Report directly to Chief Engineer/Maintenance Supervisor
• Survey building and repair mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standards
• Perform maintenance of all electrical systems
• Maintain heating and plumbing systems to ensure functionality
• Perform manual repairs when necessary (repair/replace door locks, replace window fixtures/windows, etc.)
• Conduct ongoing room preventative maintenance program.
• Resolving maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders.
• General upkeep as directed (i.e. landscaping, caulking, painting, etc.)
• Working knowledge of carpentry and painting as well as drywall and carpet repair work
• Inspecting property to identify potential and current needs.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Chief Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor
• Work with Housekeeping to ensure all equipment within the guest rooms are functioning properly and are a part of an effective preventative maintenance program.
• Adheres to all company Standard/Conduct policies and procedures

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) years of related experience or
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the above skills, knowledge, and abilities
• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and other systems
• General knowledge of maintenance processes and methods
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices
• Good problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Significant attention to detail
• Flexible schedule, including but not limited to the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.