Maintenance Technician

The Role

Performs general maintenance and technical work to ensure hotel maintenance quality standards are achieved and maintained.

Main responsibilities:

Ø  Assists with completion of the preventative maintenance checklist and completes minor repair work orders such as replacing ceiling tiles, light bulbs, patching vinyl, etc, to maintain the hotel and keep product quality to standard.

Ø  Assists in checking electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, television sets, lighting systems and makes minor repairs and/ or replacement.

Ø  Assists in checking and makes minor repairs on general plumbing systems and fixtures such as pipelines, toilets and sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment.

Ø  Maintains outside hotel property, parking lots, lawns, etc., according to seasonal requirements.

Ø  Provides preventative maintenance to guest rooms and public areas.

Ø  Refurbishes furniture and fixtures within guest rooms such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows and counters.  Paints and finishes furniture and fixtures in guest rooms, if needed.

Ø  Responds quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner.  Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction.

Ø  Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress.

Ø  Follows company policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management

Health and Safety:

Ø  Follow hotel safe work procedures and policy, including the use of personal protective equipment.

Ø  Know and comply with all Occupational Health & Safety regulations, as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Ministry of Labour.

Ø  Report all injuries or illnesses to a supervisor or manager immediately.

Ø  Participate in Joint Health and Safety Committee by bringing health and safety concerns or issues to the attention of the committee.

Education/ Experience: A minimum of two years experience to include working in building operations.  General knowledge of machines and maintenance and repair using basic hand and power tools.  Special consideration will be given to those who have experience in hospitality.

Bilingual: French and English

Skills: 

Attention to detail.

Customer service.

Safety Awareness.

Working Conditions:

Will be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Will be required to work in fast paced, stressful environment.

May be asked to work overtime.