Engineer I

Position summary

Maintenance and repairs

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and kitchen and mechanical-room equipment, including cleaning and lubrication.
• Inspect equipment and machines; identify and operate equipment and building utility shut-off valves.
• Maintain maintenance inventory and order parts and supplies as needed.
• Perform basic maintenance across air conditioning, refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, controls, carpentry, kitchen equipment, vehicles, and general building systems.
• Prepare and paint surfaces; repair minor drywall and wood trim; replace light bulbs and A/C filters; clean repair areas.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on equipment, plumbing, electrical components, guestroom items, and internet devices.
• Program televisions and perform housekeeping and engineering inventory duties.
• Use Lockout/Tagout before maintenance work; repair landscaping and external sprinkler systems.
• Use computer skills to enter air-handler schedules and adjust temperatures.

Guest service, safety, and communication

• Communicate with guests to resolve maintenance issues and relay daily activities and problems to other shifts.
• Follow company, safety, and security policies; report maintenance issues, hazards, accidents, and injuries; complete safety training.
• Store flammable materials safely, maintain a professional appearance, protect confidential information and company assets, and support team goals.

Qualifications

• A driver's license is required.
• A high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is preferred.
• Some general maintenance and interior or exterior surface preparation and painting experience is preferred.
• Hotel engineering or maintenance experience is a plus.
• Able to move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier items with assistance, and to use stairs, ramps, and ladders.

Schedule and location

• The position is full time at the EDITION property in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
• The posting states that the position is not remote.