Maintenance Technician

Come join our dynamic team at the LaQuinta Inn & Suites101 Carrie Lane - Columbus, IN
OPEN INTERVIEWS - EVERY WEDNESDAY2PM - 4PM
Just walk in! No Phone calls please. Ask for Dixit!

-Great starting pay and flexible shifts!
-Up to 15 PTO Days per year for FT and PT!
-Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
-Critical Illness and Accident Insurances
-Monthly and Referral Bonus
-401k
-Pet Insurance
-Brand Travel Discounts

JOB SUMMARY
A Maintenance Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Maintenance Department including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and HVAC systems.  He/she will assume operating aspects of the hotel for the Engineering department.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

• Delivers the brand promise and provides exceptional guest service at all times.
• Provides excellent service to internal customers as appropriate.
• Assist in developing and implementing plans to maintain property, equipment, grounds and other assets, in a safe and acceptable state of repair.
• Conduct site inspections.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Respond to customer care calls of non-functioning equipment immediately. 
• Ensure that the hotel is in compliance with all local, state and federal laws.
• Ensure that all emergency and life safety equipment and systems are inspected, tested and certified per hotel standards or authority having jurisdiction.
• Actively participate in energy conservation programs per company standards.
• Review all Guest and Meeting Planner comment cards to ensure that problems are identified and corrected in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Assist with the administration of all vendor contracts controlled by the Engineering Department hotel standards.
• Assist as necessary with special projects and renovations.
• Repair and program hotel electronic lock system.
• Assist in scheduling preventive maintenance tasks.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

 Education & Experience:

• High school diploma, technical/vocational school preferred.
• Hotel experience preferred, but not required.
• Requires excellent communication skills, a professional presentation, an ability to work in a team atmosphere and to make independent decisions.
• General knowledge of technical fields such as carpentry, painting, electrical, etc.

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift, pull, and push moderate weight (minimum of 75 lbs)
• Ability to bend, lift, and be standing or walking during entire shift
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations

Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V)