Maintenance Technician Natchitoches

Lotus Hospitality Management; Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lotus Hospitality Management in Louisiana is seeking a hotel maintenance technician to ensure all facilities, equipment, and systems are functional and safe. You will handle preventive and corrective maintenance tasks across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, and carpentry.

The role involves responding to guest and staff work orders, managing maintenance stock, and documenting activities per SOPs. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential in a dynamic hotel

Qualifications

• Proficiency in at least three trade areas such as electrical, mechanical, HVAC, or refrigeration.
• Ability to diagnose issues, implement solutions, and prioritize work orders.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and work in confined spaces.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing systems throughout the hotel.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to prevent equipment failure.
• Respond to guest work orders and staff requests with timely, professional communication.
• Manage inventory and requisition parts and tools as needed.
• Monitor fire alarms and life safety systems to ensure compliance.
• Document activities and report issues following standard procedures.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

HVAC

Refrigeration

General building maintenance

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Overview

A hotel maintenance technician ensures all hotel facilities, equipment, and systems are functional, safe, and well-maintained, performing both preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Repair and Maintenance: Fixing plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, and carpentry issues, including doors, locks, outlets, and water heaters, as well as repairing hotel equipment like ice machines, fitness room equipment, hot tubs, and emergency generators.
• Preventive Maintenance: Performing routine inspections, lubricating hinges, replacing HVAC filters, testing emergency lighting, and conducting scheduled maintenance to prevent equipment failure.
• Guest Interaction: Responding to work orders from guests and staff, addressing requests promptly, and assisting guests with disabilities while maintaining professional communication.
• Inventory and Supplies Management: Organizing maintenance inventory, requisitioning parts and supplies, and ensuring tools and equipment are properly maintained.
• Safety and Compliance: Monitoring fire alarms, life safety systems, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and company standards.
• Documentation and Reporting: Recording maintenance activities, reporting issues to supervisors, and following standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in at least three trade areas such as electrical systems, mechanical systems, HVAC, refrigeration, or general building maintenance.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose issues, implement solutions independently, and prioritize work orders effectively.
• Physical Fitness: Capability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, time management, and customer service skills to interact with guests and staff.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn new skills and handle a variety of tasks in a dynamic hotel environment.