General Maintenance Engineer

This position contributes to Sanctuary success by performing trade specific repair and maintenance operations within a specific area of expertise, as well as, general maintenance of buildings and grounds, new installations and completion of maintenance requests. This position ensures the safety and comfort of the guests and employees; with a focus on maintaining the facilities to our superior standards, with a focus on living the Sanctuary Commitments and our Promise of Care Enough to do it well.

JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                                                                            

Note: the following duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive

• Performs work requiring the skills of at least one of the following trades: electrical, plumbing, HVAC/refrigeration, kitchen mechanic, laundry mechanic, carpentry, paint/wall covering, locksmith or others, in addition to performing general maintenance throughout the property.
• Must, in the course of routine duties, act diligently to observe any maintenance issues, report those to the department management, and take initiative to correct the observed deficiencies.  
• Responsible for the completion of scheduled repairs, emergency repairs and preventive of hotel facilities and equipment throughout the hotel as assigned.
• May be asked to provide training to other engineering staff.
• Completes appropriate records associated with work performed.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment during the course of work shift and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment.
• Makes minor repairs to equipment brought into shop.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance.
• Comply with OSHA Safety and Health rules and MDS requirements.
• Responds to all calls, requests for repairs, and work orders in guest rooms, public and staff areas, as assigned by Chief Engineer/Engineering Administrative Assistant, in an efficient, courteous, and professional manner.
• Uses HotSoS and Daily Log, daily for work assignments throughout each shift.
• Completes projects as assigned by Chief Engineer, Engineering Coordinator or Director of Engineering. 
• Communicates status of work in progress to supervisors, and when the work is completed.
• Clean all stations in Engineering and maintain an organized department and hotel.
• Is completely familiar with Hotel Emergency procedures and responds quickly and appropriately to all emergency situations, and provides appropriate notifications to management.
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS                                                                                                                                                                 

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he/she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Ability to kneel, squat, bend, stoop, and lift (up to 75 lbs.) repetitively
• Ability to lift, carry, push/pull, and grasp objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, working at heights of up to approximately 30 feet, for extended periods of time, with the ability to reach, often times overhead.
• Ability to move and work throughout the property or stand for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to work in extreme hot, cold and wet conditions.
• Ability to grasp and manipulate tools and materials, and have excellent finger dexterity.
• Adhere to uniform, personal hygiene and appearance standards at all times.
• Must be capable of working in a fast paced environment both independently and with others.
• Have solid interpersonal skills, be detail oriented, motivated and have a positive demeanor.  
• Maintain good safety habits and report unsafe or hazardous conditions to your manager.
• Promote excellent guest relations while living the Sanctuary Commitments.
• Practice teamwork and effective communication with manager/supervisor/co-workers. 
• At all times maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and a positive attitude.
• Attend all meetings and training as scheduled by department manager.
• Ability to read, write and speak fluent English.