General Technician

Role overview

Maintenance duties

• Clean and lubricate tools and kitchen or mechanical-room equipment; inspect tools, equipment, and machines.
• Maintain inventory and requisition parts and supplies; communicate daily work and problems to other shifts.
• Perform basic work on air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic and electronic controls, carpentry, kitchen equipment, vehicles, and general building systems.
• Prepare and paint surfaces; repair minor drywall and wood trim; replace light bulbs and air-conditioning filters; clean work areas.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, plumbing, electrical components, lamps, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, switches, outlets, and guestroom items.
• Program televisions; handle engineering inventory; maintain interior and exterior landscaping and sprinkler systems.
• Enter air-handler schedules and adjust temperatures using a computer.

Qualifications and physical requirements

• A driver’s license is required.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Some experience in general maintenance and interior or exterior surface preparation and painting is preferred.
• Hotel engineering or maintenance experience is a plus.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and heavier items with assistance; able to use stairs, ramps, or ladders and bend, twist, pull, stoop, and reach.

Safety and service standards

• Use Lockout/Tagout before maintenance work.
• Follow company safety, security, and quality procedures; report maintenance problems, hazards, accidents, and injuries; complete safety training; and store flammable materials properly.
• Maintain professional appearance and communication, protect confidential information and company assets, and respond to guest service needs.

Schedule

• Full-time position.

Workplace

• On-site hotel maintenance role in Dubai.