Maintenance Engineer - TownePlace Suites Oxford

Who Are We? 

RAM Hotels – a dynamic, thriving, innovative hotel management company headquartered in Columbus, Georgia.  Over the last few years, we have quietly and steadfastly taken our place as a leader in the hospitality industry of corporate America, while serving some of the most well-known midscale hotel brands in key markets throughout the Alabama and Georgia region.  We strive to meet our guests demands while continuously changing the perception of the hospitality industry.  When you join RAM Hotels, you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career, you become part of the RAM Hotels family! 

POSITION:  Maintenance Engineer    

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Engineer oversees property maintenance of grounds, building facilities and guest rooms. He/She is responsible for the daily cleaning and upkeep of all common areas, preventive maintenance, small repair and tasks, special projects, and communicating larger maintenance needs to the General Manager.  If your passion is delivering quality work and value, this may be the job for you.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Order and install small maintenance items as needed for repair, under direction of management
• Effectively manage a team of two or more people, within various departments
• Complete tasks and assignments on the daily Maintenance Checklist
• Complete Maintenance Request Forms within 24 hours
• Complete Preventive Maintenance program on a timely basis
• Respond to maintenance emergencies timely, on a 24-hour call basis
• Practice safe working conditions under Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines to include Bloodborne Pathogens
• Practice safe chemical handling as prescribed in Material Safety and Data Sheets
• Perform other such duties assigned by Property Management to meet guest or operational needs
• Clears trash and empties property trash containers daily
• Sweeps and cleans sidewalks and stairs as needed (trash and weather related)
• Clears debris from parking lot, landscaping, and dumpster area daily
• Ensures exterior building and grounds are clean by use of a pressure washer and blower
• Paints walls, ceilings, doors and window trim as needed
• Provides Preventive Maintenance to guest rooms and all areas of the property
• Perform other tasks as necessary or required to meet or exceed guest satisfaction

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Preferably 3 years’ experience in janitorial, general maintenance or engineering related field
• Knowledge of HVAC, PTAC, gas furnace, heaters, dryers, pools, low voltage fire alarms, electrical, plumbing, and irrigations preferred

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

·         Previous experience in the hospitality industry (preferred)

·         Hotel Management Operations experience (preferred)

·         Knowledge of government relations regarding hotel operations (preferred)

REQUIRED SKILLS

·         Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

·         Must be flexible to work varied schedules

·         Ability to reach over head and work on knees

·         Ability to work in hot or cold environment

·         Must have the physical ability to walk, bend, and stand for long time periods

·         Must be able to lift up. to 50 lbs.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

·         Ability to express compassion while remaining composed; ability to remain calm and focused while working under pressure

·         Promote the property by demonstrating a “top-notch” attitude toward our guests which includes anticipating the guests needs – be proactive in all repairs

·         Ensure that you are always a positive representation of the property; embrace and respect diversity and multi-cultural environments

BENEFITS 

RAM Hotels hires the best people, we work extremely hard to provide benefits that make work-life balance that much more enjoyable.  As a leader in the hospitality industry, we promote advancement opportunities, we offer our eligible employees comprehensive health benefit packages for you and your family, vacation time, quarterly bonuses, 401K and other additional perks being an employee of RAM Hotels.   

RAM Hotels is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmation Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.