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Ace Hotel NOLA - Now Hiring: Mechanic / Maintenance Worker
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SUMMARYTo perform preventive maintenance and repair on the Hotel’s mechanical equipment with particular emphasis on, but not limited to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.CORE FOCUS & ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESQualified candidates must be able to satisfactorily complete the following responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned. Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on mechanical equipment. Identify and troubleshoot problems, make repairs as follows: calibrate pneumatic control equipment, replace mechanical seals, re-pack pumps and valves, replace bearings and belts and check for proper alignment, repair fan coil units, pressure vessels, replace piping and fittings and maintain appropriate records of preventive maintenance and repairs. Respond to requests and make the necessary repairs in a timely and courteous manner. Individual must have knowledge of fire standpipe, sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers throughout the facility to ensure proper working condition and fire protection in compliance with local fire codes. Assist with requests to shut down water, steam and gas supplies. Change filters on HVAC and fan coil units. Assist with contractor requests as instructed by Management. SUPPORTING FUNCTIONSIn addition to the core focus & responsibilities, the candidate is expected to complete the following duties: Work along with Director and Assistant Director of Engineering and Lead Engineer in developing and achieving the goals and objectives for the Department and Hotel. Develop and conduct technical and quality assurance training for employees when request to by Management. Keep adequate inventories on hand. Due to the nature of the business, the incumbent may be required to do other duties and special projects as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director of Engineering or Lead Engineer. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to satisfactorily communicate in verbal and written English with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding. Prioritize and organize work assignments, have timely follow up and execution. Have superb time management skills. Maintain complete knowledge of all hotel services/features and hours of operation. Other language, mathematical, and reasoning abilities as outlined below. Ability to comply with physical demands as outlined below. Knowledge and understanding of Atelier & Ace Culture & initiatives Technologically sound with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations. Visual ability to read manufacturer’s instructions, schematics and blueprints, to determine wire colors for safe repair and color coding. REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Minimum five years in school and/or hands-on work experience in buildings with complex plumbing systems. Individual should have broad, practical experience in the fields of stationary engineering, building maintenance, and plumbing. Candidate must be familiar with work and limitations of various crafts, particularly licensed workers who are employed in building maintenance. Knowledge of hotel systems and equipment in order to make repair within the building preferred. Candidate must have working knowledge of pressurized water extinguishers, applicable sanitary codes, and general safety operations procedures. If applicable, must have certifications, licenses, and/or training as required by local, state, and federal laws. Additional First Aid, CPR, and/or AED training is preferred. LANGUAGE, MATHEMATICAL, and REASONING ABILITIESCandidate must meet the following cognitive abilities: Ability to understand guests’ service needs & requests. Ability to acknowledge guests’ requests in a polite manner. Ability to clearly communicate in verbal and written English (additional foreign languages are encouraged and preferred). Ability to apply logical thinking and understanding to carry out written and oral instructions. Ability to address and solve problems involving guest and operational issues. Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENTThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sit, walk, and stand continuously. Lift / carry up to 70lbs frequently. Bend, squat, crawl, and reach above shoulder level. Use dominate hand coordination for simple grasping, pushing/pulling, and fine manipulation. May be exposed to extreme temperatures, dust, dampness, height, and moving machinery.
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