Engineer 1 - The Langham, Pasadena

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

JOB TITLE:  Engineer 1

REPORTS TO: Chief Engineer

SUPERVISES: n/a

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: 

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 periodically by the Chief Engineer. 

RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES: 

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards. 

• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended. 

• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day. 

• Maintain positive guest relations at all times. 

• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction. 

• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas. 

• Receive daily work assignments from Engineering Manager/Supervisor and review priorities and special projects. 

• Organize materials, tools and equipment to perform daily assignments. 

• Maintain timelines and work schedule in accordance with the preventive maintenance program. 

• Check work orders and night report for any problems.  Make rounds checking these problem areas and note any information needed or safety concerns in the hotel. 

• Schedule work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Executive Housekeeper and Front Office. 

• Perform electrical work orders: 

• Replace light switches. 

• Reset circuit breakers. 

• Replace wall plug receptacles. 

• Replace fluorescent light ballast. 

• Replace electrical solenoid valve. 

• Replace small motors. 

• Use test equipment; voltmeter, voltage tester, amp probe. 

• Perform plumbing work orders: 

• Unplug sinks, toilets, garbage disposals and drain lines. 

• Repair or replace valves, gate, globe, ball, solenoid valves. 

• Replace washer, gaskets, vacuum breakers, toilet seals. 

• Work with different types of pipe including conduit, copper, black, cast iron and pipe hangers. 

• Perform Preventive Maintenance work orders: 

• Monitor and maintain all laundry and dry cleaning equipment. 

• Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment. 

• Maintain guestrooms using Rooms Preventive Maintenance Program Punch List. 

• Change air-conditioning filters every 2 months. 

• Check HVAC equipment; change filters, belts, bearings and lubricate as necessary.  Also check for unusual noise or vibration, adjusting as necessary. 

• Change or repair locks as needed. 

• Cut and mark keys for guestroom key inventory. 

• Check and test-run emergency generator weekly. 

• Perform general maintenance to guestrooms and public areas. 

• Assist electrician, carpenter, plumber and painter in all phases of repair work. 

• Assist other engineering personnel as instructed by supervisor in regards to routine and preventive maintenance. 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area to include: 

• inventories 

• requisition (receipt and storage) 

• trash removal and clean up 

• Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance and storage of all tools. 

• Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces. 

• Ensure security of any assigned keys. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Exert physical effort in transporting 20lbs to 50lbs 

• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas. 

• Reach 3 feet. 

• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding. 

• Standing and walking for prolonged periods 

SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Working knowledge of all electrical supplies and equipment. 

• Knowledge of proper chemical handling and disposal. 

• Working knowledge of: 

• health codes 

• electrical codes 

• national/local fire codes 

• local mechanical codes 

• blue prints and wiring schematics 

• power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades 

• Fluency in job related English, both verbal and non-verbal. 

• Provide legible communication and directions. 

• Compute mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers) 

• Ability to: 

• interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property. 

• be well organized and follow instructions. 

• focus attention on details. 

• operate high reach lifts. 

• prioritize tasks and comply with deadlines for work assignments. 

• be a clear thinker and perform well under pressure work assignments. 

• work and perform job functions with minimal supervision. 

• work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.  

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school graduate or equivalent vocational training is preferred 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum two years experience as a commercial electrician and or HVAC mechanic. 

• Previous hotel experience preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

Certification or completion of seminars for specialized training.