Engineer I

Role overview

Maintenance duties

• Respond to guest repair requests and communicate with guests or clients to resolve maintenance issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on kitchen and machine-room tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication; visually inspect equipment.
• Identify and operate equipment shutoff valves and building utility disconnects; maintain inventory and request parts and supplies.
• Prepare and paint surfaces, make minor drywall and woodwork repairs, replace light bulbs and air-conditioning filters, and clean work areas.
• Test, diagnose, and perform basic repairs on equipment, plumbing, electrical components, guest-room items, internet devices, and other fixtures.
• Program televisions and complete general engineering maintenance and inventory tasks.
• Use Lockout/Tagout procedures before maintenance work and repair indoor/outdoor gardens and outdoor irrigation systems.
• Use computers for work information, including entering HVAC schedules and changing temperatures.
• Communicate daily activities and issues to employees on other shifts.

Safety and service standards

• Follow company safety policies; report maintenance problems, hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety training; and store flammable materials properly.
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance, protect property information and company assets, and meet quality standards.
• Welcome guests, anticipate and address service needs, assist people with disabilities, and thank guests.
• Maintain positive working relationships, support team goals, and communicate clearly and professionally.
• Perform reasonable additional work duties as requested.

Required qualifications

• Valid driving license.
• Basic knowledge or aptitude to gain knowledge in air conditioning and refrigeration, electricity, mechanics, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry and finishing, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy conservation, and building maintenance.
• No supervisory experience is required.
• Basic computer knowledge, including entering HVAC schedules and changing temperatures.

Desirable qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or vocational or technical training, is preferred.
• Related experience in general maintenance, interior and exterior surface preparation, and painting is desirable.
• Hotel engineering or maintenance experience is valued.

Schedule

• Full-time schedule.

Workplace

• On-site role at the St. Regis in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai.