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Highgate Hotels, LP

Hotel Engineer

Highgate Hotels, LP, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208

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Overview

The Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the property is maintained in the best possible condition at all times with the least amount of inconvenience to customers and employees. Location

La Quinta San Antonio - Riverwalk 303 Blum San Antonio, TX 78205 Responsibilities

Make repairs to hotel air conditioning system: change filters, clean coils, replace motors. Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment (i.e. boilers, chillers, HVAC, electrical, etc.). Take required readings on equipment. Test cooling tower and record readings. Replace and program televisions as needed. Replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures. Perform furniture repair. Replace and repair pumps. Perform plumbing repairs (i.e. clogged drains, copper pipe, change washers, change handles, drain fittings, etc). Understand and be able to read blueprints and wiring diagrams. Trace and repair all types of water lines. Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment. Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records. Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes. Test, clean and repair swimming pools and spas. Paint designated areas. Repair and finish sheet rock. Repair all types of wall coverings. Repair and program hotel electronic lock system. Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field required. At least one year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred. Trade school and/or college coursework in related field helpful. Flexible and long hours sometimes required. Heavy work: ability to exert significant physical effort; must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and guests in a courteous, service-oriented manner. Must be able to listen, understand, and clarify concerns raised by employees and guests. Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and nametag. Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations. Maximize productivity, identify problem areas, and assist in implementing solutions. Handle problems effectively, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary. Understand and apply complex information from various sources to meet objectives. Cross-train in other hotel-related areas. Maintain confidentiality of information. Show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs. Perform other duties as requested by management.

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