Kitchen Technician

Role overview

Maintenance and repair

• Respond to guest repair requests and resolve maintenance issues with little to no supervision.
• Perform preventive maintenance; inspect, clean, and lubricate tools and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical equipment, and other hotel property systems.
• Perform complex physical-property and MEP repairs to company standards and applicable codes.
• Maintain inventory, request parts and supplies, and communicate shift activities and issues.
• Use engineering computer programs for preventive maintenance and energy management; complete Engineer on Duty readings and rounds.
• Train and mentor other engineers as needed.

Required qualifications

• Universal Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) Certification is required.
• Must meet applicable state and federal certification and/or licensing requirements.

Preferred qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and vocational or technical background preferred.
• Extensive general maintenance, electrical or refrigeration, inventory, requisition, and surface preparation or painting experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of hotel engineering or maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Technical capabilities

• The role calls for advanced blueprint and electrical schematic reading concerning plumbing and HVAC.
• The posting describes proficiency in at least three listed categories, above-average skills in three more, and basic skills in the remaining categories.
• Listed categories include air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry and finish skills, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy conservation, and building management.
• The role requires safe use of hand and power tools and knowledge of hotel MEP troubleshooting.

Safety, service, and physical work

• Follow company, safety, and security policies; report hazards, accidents, injuries, and maintenance problems; complete safety training and store flammable materials properly.
• Welcome guests, anticipate service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and respond professionally to colleagues and guests.
• Physical duties include moving objects up to 50 pounds without assistance, using stairs, ramps, or ladders, and bending, reaching, pulling, and stooping.