Maintenance Engineer I

Maintenance Engineer I

The Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland is seeking a Maintenance Engineer I to join their renowned team. Poised in the heart of the city center, within the walls of the stately Meier & Frank Building one of Portland's most beloved landmarks, the Nines honors the structure's storied past, both in its striking decor and impeccable service. Individualistic design traits celebrate the surroundings of one of finest LEED Silver-certified hotels in Portland, providing the opportunity to truly experience the region's unique character. As part of Sage Hospitality, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do.

Job Overview

Maintenance Engineer I carries a portable radio, staying in constant communication with the central base station, respond to all engineering service calls, giving priority to guest requests, and maintain hotel equipment in an efficient, safe, accident-free manner.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and handle guest requests in a courteous, efficient, safe manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance and necessary repairs and all hotel equipment, including kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, pool, HVAC, electrical and guest rooms.
• Monitor and maintain all engineering functions when full engineering staff is not available (i.e. weekends and evenings). Respond to all emergency situations including fire alarms, bomb threats, disasters and power failures; notify the appropriate authorities.
• Make rounds of the hotel property to ensure everything is in working order.
• Clean and maintain all equipment and work areas.
• Complete maintenance requests, take equipment and meter readings and maintain log to notify the next shift. Document all parts used and parts needed to be purchased.
• Handle elevator breakdowns.
• Maintain proper records of the Rooms Preventive Maintenance Program and Request Program.
• Complete work order request forms on a daily and timely basis.
• Report any unsafe conditions to leadership.

Qualifications

Education/Formal Training: High school diploma or equivalent trade school, special courses in building maintenance and construction.

Experience: A minimum of 6 months successful experience in equal or similar position.

Knowledge/Skills: Ability to maintain and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing equipment and perform carpentry, repair work, construction and renovation work. May require ability to drive pick-up truck and snow removal equipment. Ability to maintain logs and records. Requires a professional presentation and an ability to work in a team atmosphere and to make independent decisions.

Physical Demands

Ability to hear portable radio, fire alarms, machinery, guests. Ability to inspect, maintain equipment. Ability to respond on portable radio to base station, guests. Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying required frequently to respond to requests for service and repairs anywhere in hotel or in parking lot. Frequent bending and kneeling required to perform inspections and repairs. 100% mobility required -must respond quickly to emergency. Potential continuous standing may be required. Climbing stairs of approximately 90 steps 20% of 8 hours. Climbing ladders of approximately 8 feet 10% of 8 hours. Driving -sometimes necessary to drive company pick-up truck/snow plow approximately 10% of time, unless snow emergency, then 100% of time.

Indoor exposure to both stable and extreme variance of hot and cold temperatures. Outside exposure to all weather elements and extreme fluctuations of temperature. Prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and heavy lifting.

Environment

Indoor exposure to both stable and extreme variance of hot and cold temperatures. Outside exposure to all weather elements and extreme fluctuations of temperature. Prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and heavy lifting.

Benefits

The Nines offers perks that are comparable to progressive employers. Medical, Dental, Vision and more to all full-time associates. All associates can enjoy our complimentary cafeteria. 401k matching for all our associates. Hotel discounts at Marriott.com. Many other perks, benefits & discounts for all our associates! Save on your parking and public transportation costs by using our pre-tax savings account. Our location is right next to the center of all for MAX lines and close to the Portland Streetcar, a prime location for driving, taking public transportation, biking, or even walking to work. $50 TriMet monthly subsidy!