Maintenance Representative

Econo Lodge of Middlesboro is searching for a Maintenance Technician to help us keep the wheels turning! We need hard working individuals who are capable of performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks in order to keep the hotel functional, safe, and secure for our guests. Tasks will include general maintenance, upkeep of appliances and electrical equipment including televisions, refrigerators, and light fixtures, repairs to all HVAC systems, and maintaining paint and flooring throughout the property.

Our ideal candidate has maintenance experience and a strong working knowledge of plumbing, painting, HVAC, electrical, and other general repair skills. Our Maintenance Technician must be able to work efficiently under time constraints and possess the physical ability to perform maintenance duties.

Are you the right person to help us when there’s a
* wrench* in our system? Can you fix what we break? Apply today and join our team!

• Complete minor repairs such as replacing ceiling tiles, filters, light bulbs, patching vinyl, painting, repairs to pipe lines, toilets, sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance duties as detailed in the hotel preventative maintenance calendar
• Ensure that assigned equipment is prepared and operational for the following day’s work
• Monitor efficiency of equipment and electrical systems such as air conditioning controls, guest entrance/access doors, television sets, lighting systems and make minor repairs and/or replacements to ensure things are working properly and efficiently at all times
• Refurbish furniture and fixtures within guest rooms such as cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows and counters. Paint and finish furniture and fixtures in guest rooms, if needed
• Maintain front entrance area, parking area and/or garage, and street entrance in a clean and presentable manner
• Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the exterior of the facility, grounds, pool and exercise/sport facilities (including property signs and lighting) using established hotel procedures
• Replenish supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, and minimize waste
• Follow established safety procedures at all times. Immediately report any health and safety incident, unsafe conditions or malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor or manager on duty
• Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions and/or requests to ensure guest satisfaction
• Work as part of a team and communicate with other departments as per hotel procedures to ensure excellent quality and service
• Assist with other duties as assigned

Basic reading, writing and math skills and 1+ year(s) of general building maintenance and repair experience recommended. Completion of high school diploma or related vocational training preferred. Familiarity with computers and or tablets.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying, lifting, pulling or pushing items weighing up to 100 pounds – 300 pounds
• Frequently standing up and moving about the facility
• Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility
• Frequently bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing and crawling
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical skills, preventive maintenance procedures, and reasonable understanding of building equipment and hand tools.
• Communication skills are used frequently when interacting with the other hotel staff and hotel guests
• Reading and writing abilities are used to document or record all tasks completed, to order supplies, to receive instructions for the day or to read equipment repair manuals
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, are used frequently
• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays

Econo Lodge is an economy chain based in the United States and Canada. Econo Lodge is the second-largest brand in the Choice Hotels system. It aims to provide affordable rooms to budget travelers. The properties contain a minimum of 40 guest rooms and are often located near highways or highway access.