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Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Hotel Maintenance
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A Building and General Maintenance Technician performs building maintenance and appliance repairs for an apartment complex, housing division, residential center or business, as directed by a property manager.
$51,161 / year median in Pennsylvania
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Join our dynamic hospitality team as a Hotel Maintenance Technician, where your expertise keeps our property in top condition and ensures an exceptional guest experience. In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting a wide range of building systems and facilities. Your proactive approach and technical skills will help create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all guests and staff. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and facilities maintenance knowledge in a fast-paced hotel setting. Duties Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, electrical equipment, plumbing systems, and building interior components to ensure optimal operation. Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues using schematics, electrical equipment repair techniques, and tools such as ohmmeters. Conduct plumbing repairs including pipe repairs, fixture replacements, and system maintenance to prevent disruptions. Utilize programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and schematics to diagnose complex mechanical or electrical problems. Operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and perform maintenance painting or carpentry tasks to uphold facility standards. Oversee facilities equipment maintenance including MRO (maintenance, repair & operations) supplies using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System). Supervise junior maintenance staff or contractors when necessary, providing leadership and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Maintain detailed records of all repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with safety standards. Respond promptly to guest or staff maintenance requests with excellent customer service skills to resolve issues efficiently. Requirements Proven experience in facilities maintenance within a hospitality or manufacturing environment. Strong mechanical knowledge combined with electrical experience; familiarity with HVAC system repair is essential. Ability to read schematics and technical diagrams related to building systems. Skilled in plumbing system maintenance and repair as well as residential painting and carpentry tasks. Experience working with CMMS software for work order management. Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electrical equipment repair, welding techniques, and use of hand tools. Ability to interpret schematics and technical manuals accurately. Excellent communication skills in English for clear documentation and team collaboration. Supervising or leadership experience is preferred to coordinate team efforts effectively. Join us as a Hotel Maintenance Technician where your technical expertise makes a difference every day! We're committed to fostering a safe work environment while supporting your growth through ongoing training and development opportunities. If you thrive on solving complex problems with energy and precision—this is the perfect role for you!