Engineering Technician

Lone Star Court is located in Austin, Texas and is a pillar of the community. Our hotel is unique to the city and we are looking for outstanding talent to provide exceptional customer service to our guests. We are part of Valencia Hotel Group, a collection of hotel’s are created for today’s passionate traveler, each of our hotels are intentionally built to showcase modern design and classic character. We are looking for team members who are ready to be empowered to go above and beyond.

JOB SUMMARY: Ensure guest satisfaction through a properly maintained property, guest rooms, public areas and by responding promptly and efficiently to guest complaints and concerns. Know all fire and safety rules, regulations and policies. Perform preventive maintenance and repairs as necessary in accordance with hotel standards

Physical abilities:

1. Standing/Walking: Constantly. Stairs, tile, rubber mates covering tile, linoleum, concrete, padded carpet, marble, and gravel, etc.
2. Crouching (Bend at knees): Frequently. Lifting, completing tasks performed at low levels, putting supplies and materials away.
3. Stooping (Bend at waist): Frequently. Repairing cosmetic needs or furniture and other equipment as needed
4. Reaching (Overhead/extension): Frequently. Performing repairs, retrieving supplies and materials, updating shop board
5. Twisting/Turning (Knees/waist/neck): Frequently. Perform cosmetic, electrical, plumbing and other repairs.
6. Climbing: Frequently. Ladders, step stools, and stairs, etc.
7. Crawling/kneeling: Frequently. Perform plumbing repairs, carpet repairs, etc.
8. Handling/grasping: Frequently. Occasionally. Performing repairs.
9. Balance: Frequently. Climbing ladders, scaffolding, stairs, carrying tools and equipment.
10. Pushing/Pulling: Average weight: Frequently. Equipment, carts, racks, weighting 5-100 lbs. Maximum weight: Occasionally. Equipment weighting up to 150 lbs.
11. Lifting/carrying: Average weight. Frequently. Equipment and supplies weighting an average of 5-50 lbs. Maximum weight: Occasionally. Equipment and supplies weighting up to 100 lbs.

Working Environment:

• All interior areas of the hotel.
• Exterior of hotel with exposure to weather conditions.
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals in a controlled environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & Responsibilities:

1. Maintain, repair and troubleshoot all manageable mechanical operations and equipment including, the following areas:
2. Electrical-switches, lamps/ballasts, electrical receptacles, etc.
3. Plumbing- fixtures repair and replacement, pvc/cu pipe, drain clearing and repair, water heater, etc.
4. Carpentry- drywall, wallpaper, painting, caulking, tile repair and replacement windows, doors, locks, furniture repair, etc.
5. Mechanical-equipment maintenance (washer, dryer, vacuum cleaners, plaza gates etc.)
6. Other general repairs as necessary
7. Possess a good mechanical knowledge of how to safely operate and maintain all tools.
8. Respond to and complete all work orders in a timely manner, closing out as completed.
9. Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule.
10. Keep all work areas, shop and guest rooms neat and orderly.
11. Maintain proper inventory levels.
12. Perform daily Building/Room Audits.
13. Check all exterior lighting, public area lighting, and signage daily. This includes: parking lot lights, high rises, entrance signs, walking lights, corridor, lobby and elevator.
14. Be punctual in reporting to work in the proper uniform with a name tag. Personal hygiene is required daily.
15. Help maintain the overall appearance of the hotel’s public space and hallways to help maintain a safe and clean environment.
16. Respond to both customer and hotel staff reports of non-functioning equipment immediately
17. Paint and touch up all areas of the hotel and maintain guest rooms to perfect condition
18. Maintains rooms in operating condition by performing repairs as needed
19. Performs preventive maintenance throughout the hotel and report progress to office coordinator
20. Have a thorough understanding of hotel fire alarm procedures and other emergencies
21. Attend required meetings
22. Keep work areas clean and organized
23. Be extremely courteous to all customers and fellow employees
24. Report unsafe conditions to your supervisor immediately
25. Maintain hotel equipment in proper working conditions.
26. Any other duties assigned by your immediate supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. Maintenance/engineering experience required in a hotel or related field.
2. An ability to work safely and confidently with un-energized circuits from 120v.-480v.
3. Proven organization and time management skills.
4. Guest focused, optimistic, self-disciplined, self-starter.
5. Problem solver, self motivated, ability to learn more skills to better serve guests and the company.
6. Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of written and oral instructions..
7. Multi task-oriented.
8. Ability to overcome unexpected obstacles through resourceful means.
9. Neat, professional appearance and good personal hygiene.
10. Able to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.
11. Must be able to read, follow directions and be flexible.
12. Must be able to speak and write in a language understood by manager and/or supervisor.
13. Ability to communicate with guests, associates, and management.
14. Ability to take direction from hotel and housekeeping management.
15. Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, follow-through courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision.

BENEFITS: 

• Medical, Dental, Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Community Service Days
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Valencia Hotel Group (and all its affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Valencia Hotel Group provides equal employment opportunities to all persons. The company does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or ancestry in recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion or any other condition of employment and actively seeks a diverse and representative work force.

Valencia Hotel Group has been named in Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces in these categories:

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