Preventative Maintenance | Norwalk Residence Inn

Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company's business operations. Receive daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects. Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department. Perform work orders for electrical, plumbing, preventive maintenance, etc. as assigned and in accordance with the preventive maintenance program. Perform general maintenance to guest rooms and public areas. Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements. Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed. Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance and storage of all tools. Clean parking lot and garage (if applicable). Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.). Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining the general condition of the property with regards to all aspects of basic electrical, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and painting work. Complete maintenance request work orders from all departments on a timely basis. Participate in the preventive maintenance program for all building equipment and rooms. Complete other special projects assigned. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or vocational training a plus. Any building trade license/certificate from the state of hotel's operation preferred. Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. Minimum two years' experience as a commercial carpenter, commercial electrician, commercial maintenance, commercial plumber, or plant operations. Basic working knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, plumbing and refrigeration equipment. Working knowledge of repair and maintenance regarding health codes; plumbing codes; plant equipment; electrical codes; architectural codes; structural codes; blue prints and wiring/plumbing schematics; building code improvement; mechanical and electrical/safety systems construction; national/local fire codes; proper chemical handling and disposal; power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades; local mechanical codes; OSHA codes and best practices. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property. Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision. Ability to endure abundant physical movements in carrying out job duties. Ability to enforce hotel's standards, policies and procedures with staff. Ability to trouble shoot and use alternatives in emergency situations. Ability to handle potentially hazardous chemicals. Ability to maintain confidentiality of hotel guests and pertinent hotel information.