Maintenance Assistant / Handyman (1 Month Fixed Term) - Protea Hotel Kimberley

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Kimberley; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking a part-time maintenance technician in Kimberley. The role involves responding to guest repair requests, performing preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, and ensuring high standards of safety and cleanliness. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and some experience in general maintenance, with a focus on skills like painting, plumbing, and carpentry.

Qualifications

• Some experience in general maintenance, exterior and interior surface preparation and painting.
• Experience in hotel engineering or maintenance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond to guest repair requests and perform preventive maintenance.
• Test and troubleshoot equipment, including plumbing and electrical components.
• Perform surface preparation, painting, and interior landscaping repairs.

Skills

Drywall Experience

Construction Experience

HVAC

Remodeling

Tile Laying

Carpentry

Handyman Experience

Assembly Experience

Renovation

Maintenance

Painting

Plumbing

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D equivalent

Job description

Respond and attend to guest repair requests. Communicate with guests / customers to resolve maintenance issues. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and kitchen and mechanical room equipment including cleaning and lubrication. Visually inspect tools equipment or machines. Carry equipment (e.g. tools radio). Identify locate and operate all shutoff valves for equipment and all utility shutoffs for buildings. Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed. Communicate each days activities and problems that occur to the other shifts using approved communication programs and standards. Display basic knowledge or ability to acquire knowledge in the following categories : air conditioning and refrigeration electrical mechanical plumbing pneumatic / electronic systems and controls carpentry and finish skills kitchen equipment vehicles energy conservation and / or general building. Perform all surface preparation painting minor drywall and wood trim repair light bulb and A / C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area. Test troubleshoot and perform basic repair on all types of equipment plumbing (e.g. plunge toilets and unclog drains) electrical components including lamps cosmetic items extension cords vacuum cleaners internet devices replace electrical switches and outlets and other guestroom items. Program TVs and perform general housekeeping and engineeringrelated inventory duties. Use the Lockout / Tagout system before performing any maintenance work. Perform repairs on interior and exterior landscaping as well as external landscaping sprinklers. Display basic computer skills including inputting air handler schedules and making temperature changes.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any maintenance problems safety hazards accidents or injuries; complete safety training and certifications; and properly store flammable materials. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards anticipate and address guests service needs assist individuals with disabilities and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Adhere to quality expectations and standards. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others support team to reach common goals and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Move lift carry push pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier lifting or movement tasks with assistance. Move up and down stairs service ramps and / or ladders. Reach overhead and below the knees including bending twisting pulling and stooping. Enter and locate workrelated information using computers. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education : High school diploma or G.E.D equivalent.

Related Work Experience : Some experience in general maintenance exterior and interior surface preparation and painting.

Experience in hotel engineering or maintenance a plus.

Supervisory Experience : No supervisory experience.

Must have own cellphone.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

License or Certification : Drivers License.

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our associates. We are committed to nondiscrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.

Key Skills

Drywall Experience,Construction Experience,HVAC,Remodeling,Tile Laying,Carpentry,Handyman Experience,Assembly Experience,Renovation,Maintenance,Painting,Plumbing

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Month Fixed Term • Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa