Big Timber Super 8, HOTEL MAINTENANCE

Hotel Maintenance

Job Description Summary

Basic Statement of Functions

Qualification Requirements:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary:  Responsible for maintenance of entire building, i.e. refrigeration, heating, plumbing, electrical, etc.  Insures that all projects are completed.  Works closely with any craftsmen and meet with management to discuss mechanical operations of the property.  Checks daily log reports and maintains a flexible work schedule.

Job Specifications (Qualifications)

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school graduate or vocational training in electrical, mechanical, architectural engineering, or plumbing field preferred; and two to five years prior experience in maintenance preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Must be mechanically inclined.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.  Must be able to perform basic math computations at 8th grade level.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Experience or knowledge of the following software: MS Excel, MS Word and company computer based program, PDI.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to work varied number of hours per week on a rotating basis.
• Must display a high degree of pride and integrity in job performance.
• Ability to learn and comprehend all company policies pertaining to his or her position and employment, including safety regulations.
• Must be mature, neat in appearance, courteous, friendly, and have knowledge of what to do or say in dealing with people.
• Must be able to smile and always be pleasant.
• Ability to wear a uniform at all times on duty.
• Should have working knowledge of plumbing, electricity, carpentry, and mechanics.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Must possess the ability to check out problems before they arise and act on them to ensure they do not become serious.
• Must possess the ability to complete and report the completion of all tasks assigned, both verbal and written.
• Ability to communicate your ideas and describe the nature of the work you are doing to outside tradesmen.
• This individual should endeavor at all times to maintain good rapport with the housekeeping department.
• Maintain a sense of confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.   Responsible for maintenance of the entire building:  i.e., refrigeration, heating, plumbing, electrical, water treatment, and preventive maintenance schedules.

2.   Responsible for ice machines, swimming pools, saunas, fitness rooms, walls, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, rooftop, and exhaust type units.

3.   Insures that all projects are completed on time and according to the necessary specifications.

4.   Works closely with any craftsmen called in to perform work.  Aids and instructs craftsmen with scheduling of work, ordering of materials, and completing assignments as specified by the Inn Manager or Regional Representative.

5.   Works closely with the housekeeper and front office manager.  Meets with General Manager to discuss any phase of the operation that the maintenance department is involved with.

6.   Evaluates requisitions for work or work orders and reports completion to housekeeper or Inn manager as instructed.

7.   Maintains a flexible work schedule to cover emergencies.

8.   Aids in new construction projects and remodeling as may be needed.

9.   Responsible for complete and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual preventive maintenance, and maintenance condition checks of all guest rooms.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1.   Any other duties as assigned by Hotel Manager.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift 30 lbs. regularly and 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, walk, carry, lift, climb, and have manual dexterity.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work in an open office environment with frequent background noise.
• Ability to handle strenuous working conditions.
• Ability to work in an open environment with frequent interruptions and customer interaction.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in all types of weather and road conditions.

Disclaimer: The list of requirements, duties, and responsibilities is not exhaustive but is merely the most accurate list for the current job.  Management reserves the right to revise the job description and to require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example; emergencies, changes in personnel, workload or technical development).