Maintenance Engineer

Our Holiday Inn Express® Lake Wales North - Winter Haven hotel is conveniently located just 5 miles from

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Business travelers love our hotel's location in Lake Wales because it offers amenities specifically tailored to their needs, such as a 24-hour Business Center with copying, printing and a personal computer. We also have free high-speed wireless Internet access. In addition, our hotel is near area corporations, such as Citrus World Inc, Florida Natural, Hesco, Amphenol, Kegel, Lake Wales Medical Center and State Farm. During your road trip to such Florida attractions as

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Florida Resort, Walt Disney World®Theme Parks, Universal Studios, Sea World, Aquatica and Discovery Cove, you can recharge in Lake Wales and tour Bok Tower Gardens, explore rare plant life at Pine Ridge Nature Preserve or visit the Florida's Natural Growers Grove House. Also, take time to hear great musical acts at the Carillon concerts. Exciting opportunity to join our hotel as a maintenance engineer. The Hotel Maintenance Engineer is responsible for the upkeep and repair of a hotel's physical plant, including its equipment,systems, and grounds. They ensure a safe and comfortable environment for guests and staff by performing preventative maintenance, responding to maintenance requests, and addressing emergencies.

Key Responsibilities:

Performing routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on various systems like HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical. Implementing and managing a preventative maintenance program to minimize equipment downtime and extend the lifespan of hotel assets. Responding promptly and effectively to emergency situations such as power outages, plumbing leaks, and equipment failures. Addressing and resolving guest maintenance requests efficiently and courteously. Ensuring all maintenance activities adhere to safety regulations and protocols. Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities,including repairs, inspections, and replacements. Working with other departments, such as housekeeping andsecurity, to ensure smooth hotel operations. Diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in various hotelequipment and systems. Assisting with the planning and execution of maintenance projects, including renovations and installations.

Skills and Qualifications:

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Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, as well as HVAC and refrigeration. 

Problem-Solving:

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues effectively. 

Communication:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with guests and staff. 

PhysicalStamina:

Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting andcarrying equipment. 

SafetyAwareness:

Thorough understanding of safety regulations andprocedures.  Attention to

Detail:

Ability to pay close attention to detail when performinginspections and repairs. At GF we believe that people are the key to our success.

We offer health insurance, paid time off, ongoing learning opportunities,competitive compensation plus a great culture. GF Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning full-service ownership and management company that specializes in hotels, resorts, golf courses, and other related hospitality assets. Since its founding in 1988, GF has operated over 800 properties in 46 states. GF's expertise includes but is not limited to Sales & Marketing, Food & Beverage, Revenue Strategy, Information Technology, Human Resources and a complete Accounting System. Currently, GF partners with Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, IHG, Choice, Wyndham, BestWestern, among others, as well as individual properties. With its award-winningapproach to maximizing guest satisfaction, GF has been recognized as one of the top management companies in the industry. (

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