Hotel Maintenance Engineer - Graduate Evanston - Schulte Companies

Collegiate Hotel Group® is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join Graduate Evanston and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Performs general maintenance in guest units, buildings, pools, and common areas

* Will have a working knowledge of the use of hand tools and power tools, as well as for repairing and troubleshooting carpentry, plumbing, electric, and HVAC issues

* Repairs and installs appliances as needed with minimal supervision

* Performs maintenance to plumbing such as pipes, drains, faucets, disposals, showers, tubs, etc.

* Prevents and troubleshoots electrical issues on equipment, fixtures, outlets and switches

* Inspects and performs preventative maintenance in units and public areas

* Reports, responds to, and repairs safety issues in guest units, buildings, pools, common areas, and equipment

* Completes all daily assignments in a timely manner

* Prioritizes work orders against daily assignments, keeping in constant contact with the department and/or the front desk to update jobs completed

* Maintains the appearance of the property by picking trash and debris, responding and mopping up spills, cleaning exterior fixtures, etc.

* Performs minor plaster repair, blending newly renovated wall surfaces with existing plaster.

* Applies wallpaper, paints, sealers, and solvents to exterior and interior building surfaces such as plaster, sheetrock, concrete, and wood.

* Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

* Minimum of High School education, post-high school education preferred  

* Minimum of 3 years in Maintenance position, preferably within hotels  

* Preferred but not necessary: Two (2) years of college or trade school equivalent in a mechanical, electrical, and/or technical disciplines  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Basic math skills  

* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing  

* Ability to exceed expectations of guests and team members  

* Excellent time management skills    

* Detail oriented; strives for excellence in all assignments  

BENEFITS/ PERKS

* Work today, get paid today, with Daily Pay!

* Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all team members starting day one!

* Multiple health insurance and life insurance options

* 401k plan + company match

* Paid time off for eligible team members

* Holiday pay/ paid holidays

* Pet insurance

* Employee Assistance Program

* Discounted hotel rooms

* Savings Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

*The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

*Collegiate Hotel Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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