Maintenance Coordinator Jobs in Normal, IL (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY: Responsible for the locations repairs and maintenance by accomplishing the preventative maintenance program as directed and supports repairs and renovation projects for building and grounds. Monitors, leads, directs and supervises maintenance personnel.  This position is the property's lead maintenance role responsible for preventive maintenance, life-safety compliance, vendor coordination, room readiness support and overall building upkeep.  

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Cultivates a respectful workplace maintaining and holding accountable the maintenance department to respect of attendance, respect of performance, respect of behavior and respect of common sense and judgement  

• Provides maintenance training to all new hires as well as on-going training to maintenance staff  

• Assigns duties to maintenance staff and observes performance to ensure adherence to hotel policies and operating procedures 

• Selects or assists in the selection of hotel maintenance staff 

• Reviews employee performance, conducts coaching, appraisal, and progressive discipline up to termination 

• Effectively and professionally communicates with co-workers and supervisors 

• Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies are corrected 

• Administers the preventative and repair maintenance program as required: properly completes work orders on time 

• Document completed repairs and open items within the company’s task management software 

• Adheres to all local, state, and federal laws and safety regulations 

• Acts as Manager on Duty for the hotel, using problem solving skills to resolve complaints, disturbances, special requests, social media reviews and any other issues that may arise. 

• Follows company policies and procedures  

• Completes training regarding safety, security, department procedures, and service 

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• Informs management of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the safety and security of hotel guests, staff or assets 

• Ensures the security of all inventories, including but not limited to tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, and televisions 

• Replenishes supplies and inventory efficiently to minimize waste 

• Assists other departments with moving furniture and unloading supplies 

• Maintains and services pool and spa areas according to state and city regulations 

• Always maintains a professional image through appearance and dress 

• Meets with vendors and suppliers to discuss scope of, and materials used for, repair activities 

• Obtains pricing and bids as directed 

• May be required to act as Manager on Duty when needed 

• Ensures fair treatment and respect of employees and guests 

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or management 

QUALIFICATIONS:   

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. A minimum of two years supervisory experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services for a hotel. Certification and/or License Requirement: Professional certification and licensure if required by law. Minimum Type III EPA Certification for refrigerant reclamation and charging. 

Skills: 

• Technical crafts (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.). Specialization in these trades is 

desired. An ability to advance knowledge in these areas is essential 

• Basic knowledge of and experience with carpentry, plumbing, mechanical repair and painting 

• Proficient communication 

• Adaptability 

• Customer service 

• Interpersonal skills 

• Attention to detail 

• Ability to monitor contractor and subordinates’ activity 

• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language 

Working Conditions: 

• Will be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays 

• Will be required to work in a fast-paced environment 

• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration 

• The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud 

RELATIONSHIPS:  

Internal:  General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Peers, line level associates and Field Operations at the corporate level 

External: Vendors - For purchasing and receiving supplies 

         Guests - To provide customer service 

 PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE ACTIVITES:   

This description of physical and mental activities is not intended to describe essential job functions. Rather, its purpose is to give the job applicant a feel for the physical and mental activities of the job to the end that an applicant with a disability can determine whether he or she will be able to do this job either with or without accommodations. 

The major responsibility in this position is to accomplish maintenance and engineering functions of the hotel with supervision of the maintenance staff. This person must understand the practices, techniques and technologies required in the work they are performing or monitoring. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use sense of smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust or focus. 

A significant portion of time will be spent moving about the hotel and frequent lifting of up to 75 pounds. Carrying up to 25 pounds may be required. 

Reading and writing abilities are utilized in order to document or record all tasks delegated and completed, to order supplies or to read and understand equipment manuals and plans. 

Reasoning abilities are always utilized. Basic mathematical abilities are utilized a significant portion of the time. 

This person will need to be able to react quickly in emergency situations and make decisions that may involve the safety of others or a great amount of money. 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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