Assistant Shift Engineer Jobs in Columbia, SC (NOW HIRING)

The Hyatt Place hotel, located in Downtown Columbia, is currently hiring for a full-time Maintenance Engineer. The person hired for this position will need flexibility to work any shift; weekday and weekend availability is required.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Maintain the physical functionality and safety of the facility including, but not limited to, guest rooms, public space and heart-of-the-house areas

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to guest calls and hotel staff reports of non-functioning equipment promptly
• Troubleshoot and perform basic repair on all types of equipment (e.g., pump and motor replacement), plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical equipment including lamps, cosmetic items, furniture, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and other guestroom items
• Record and report completed repairs and items that require further attention
• Program TV's and perform other engineering-related duties
• Assist with surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area
• Uses both power and hand tools regularly in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform preventative maintenance throughout the hotel as well, including both the front and the back of the house, interior and exterior
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication.
• Maintain exterior of building and grounds as necessary
• Demonstrates familiarity with the hotel’s life safety systems and takes corrective action on any maintenance or operating problems which affect the security or operating condition of the hotel
• Reports any hazards or injuries in the department or hotel and takes immediate action to correct
• Maintains the cleanliness of individual work area and storage rooms

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous hotel, building or property engineering/maintenance experience is required.
• HVAC Training, working knowledge of refrigerants and EPA universal CFC Certification is preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to handle multiple projects and make decisions
• Must have the ability to complete required safety classes that pertain to specific job duties
• Ability to work any hours/ days during the week and weekends

JOB SETTING AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employees in this position may work indoors or outdoors. To perform the job successfully the candidate must be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier lifting or movement tasks with assistance. Move up and down stairs, service ramps, and/or ladders. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping, see the differences between colors, shades, and brightness, hear sounds and recognize the difference between them, focus on one source of sound and ignore others, use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects, make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls, determine the distance between objects, adjust body movements or equipment controls to keep pace with speed changes of moving objects. Fluency in the English language and the ability to speak, hear, read and write are required as is the ability to work any hours/days of the week necessary to meet business requirements.

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.