Maintenance in Clifton, New Jersey at La Quinta Inn & Suites - Clifton, NJ

The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for assisting with the operation maintenance service and repair of

equipment as assigned. He/she is also responsible for participating in the preventative maintenance program

handling guest requests and other work orders as assigned. He/she is also responsible for performing the job

in a safe and efficient manner and performing trade jobs such as carpentry painting plumbing etc. May require

driving shuttle van when needed (property specific).

• Assist with the operation maintenance and repair of equipment.

• Change out light bulbs; perform preventative maintenance for guest rooms to include vinyl repair

touch up paint minor furniture repair tub caulking tile repairs etc.

• Perform preventative maintenance for ice machines refrigerators kitchen equipment laundry

equipment HVAC guestrooms meeting rooms the swimming pool and hot tub.

• Perform plumbing repair laundry equipment repair preventative maintenance on all exhaust fans and

supply; monitor energy conservation; repair vacuum cleaners and any other small equipment upon

request.

• Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause - determine

emergency status and report to the Front Desk with findings.

• Perform other tasks/jobs as assigned by the supervisor or manager.

• Clean exterior parking lot and remove trash from receptacles.

• Perform minor landscaping tasks such as pulling weeds between lawn servicing dates.

• Help the housekeeping department in maintain public areas of the hotel.

• Assist with guest transportation if property has shuttle service.

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as identified in the CORE program and record the work

completed.

• Maintain the needed stock of mechanical items needed to ensure work can be completed timely

without delays.

• Advise the General Manager of equipment or supplies needed and properly maintain the building.

• Assist breakfast area in below tasks as needed:

o Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and

service-oriented manner.

o Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the

proper uniform and name tag when working.

o Support all areas of the food service as necessary including washing dishes by hand and/or

placing them in a dishwashing machine restocking dishes glassware utensils pots and pans or

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state (property specific).

• Must have an acceptable MVR (Motor Vehicle Driving Record) (property specific).

• Must be willing and can work a varied schedule that may include evenings nights weekends and

holidays

Job Settings and Physical Demands:

To perform the job successfully, the candidate must be able to stand and walk 90% of their workday. Lifting

and carrying up to 65 lbs. may be necessary at times and bending and stooping are required. Job is performed

indoors in well ventilated area.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other

essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of people assigned to this

position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities

required of the incumbent. All employees may be required to perform activities outside of their normal job

responsibilities from time to time as needed.

EOE - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,

gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.