Maintenance Engineer

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Job Location: 712 - Jacksonville Crowne Plaza - Jacksonville, FL 32218

Responsible for preventive maintenance and repair of the hotel’s mechanical/electrical systems and equipment, and general maintenance of physical plant, FF&E, grounds, swimming pool, etc.

• Troubleshoots and repairs malfunction in mechanical or electrical systems (e.g., HVAC, plumbing) and other equipment throughout the hotel.
• Performs preventive maintenance assignments on a schedule basis (e.g., “room care”).
• Services the hotel’s pool, including adjusting chemicals and cleaning filters; completing maintenance request forms and record logs.
• Maintains the building exterior and “curb appeal” (e.g., lawn care, painting, and gardening).
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
• Follows safety and security procedures and rules.
• Knows department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Utilizes protective equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Reports accidents, injuries, near‑misses, property damage or loss to supervisor.
• Provides for a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
• All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well groomed appearance.
• Assists other Engineering Personnel when needed.
• Perform any related duties as requested by supervisor/manager.

• Knowledge of all maintenance trades, including basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical and carpentry.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment.
• Recognize potential safety hazards and security problems in the hotel and act accordingly.
• Comply with hotel policies and procedures including appearance and grooming, safety, security, key control and emergency procedures.
• Skentry, dry walling, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair routine mechanical and electrical malfunctions in hotel systems and equipment.
• Skill in the use of basic hand and electric tools and familiarity with parts and materials.
• High school diploma preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Thorough knowledge of building layout and function rooms.
• Effective communication with internal and external customers, demonstrating patience, tact and diplomacy.
• Can listen effectively, speak, read and write English clearly.
• Work in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient with a pleasant cheerful demeanor.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.

• Stand, walk and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions for duration of shift.
• Work in hot, cold and wet conditions and stoop, kneel, crawl and climb on all types of surfaces.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Climb stairs and ladders up to 30 feet.
• Grasp, lift and hold tools with good finger dexterity.
• Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances.
• Lift and move objects up to 100 pounds.
• Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.

• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Room discounts
• Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

EEO:
Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.