Maintenance Associate - Hampton Inn & Suites #30806 - Los Alamos, NM

Hampton Inn & Suites located in Los Alamos, New Mexico is looking to fill a Maintenance Associate. The Maintenance Associate will assist in Overseeing the property maintenance of grounds, building facilities and guest rooms and will be responsible for daily cleaning and upkeep, preventive maintenance, small repair and tasks, special projects, and communicating larger maintenance needs to the General Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the best possible lodging experience for each guest, within the framework of brand operating guidelines.
• Follow grooming, uniform, and appearance guidelines.
• Order and install small maintenance items as needed for repair, under direction of supervisor.
• 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.
• Assist with carrying dishware items to rooms when requested.
• Practice safe working conditions under Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines to include Blood borne Pathogens.
• Practice safe chemical handling as prescribed in Material Safety and Data Sheets.
• Perform other such duties assigned by supervisors to meet guest or operational needs.
• Adheres to all company policies & procedures & brand standards.
• Common Guest Areas and Exterior
• 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.
• Common Guest Areas and Interior
• Paints walls, ceilings, doors and window trim as needed.
• Provides Preventive Maintenance to specified number of rooms each day as directed by supervisor.
• Ensures Preventive Maintenance repairs in the following areas:

1. Lighting;
2. Electrical circuits and wiring;
3. Plumbing;
4. HVAC;
5. Guest room walls;
6. Appliances;
7. Doors and locks;
8. Furniture;
9. Carpet (remove stains) and;
10. Floor coverings.

• Ensures Guest Laundry washers, dryers, vending machines and common areas are cleaned twice daily.
• Maintains clean, organized maintenance workshop and storerooms.

Employee Benefits:

• We offer 401k, Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance full-time employees.
• Company-wide discount - receive a 25% discount at over 40 company-affiliated restaurants!
• Employee Referral Bonus - refer a friend and get paid!
• Employee Assistance Program - receive confidential, personal, & web-based support on a variety of important topics such as stress management, dependent care, nutrition, legal & finances.
• Advancement - On-the-job skills training to prepare employees for upward mobility opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Ability to bend at waist and work on knees.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk several flights of stairs.
• Ability to work outside in hot or cold weather.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to move heavy equipment.
• Must have good communication skills, Spanish speaking skills a plus.
• Must be team oriented and dedicated to providing excellent service and ensuring that the brand's highest standards are met. Each team member is considered a sales person for the property.
• Must be able to work any day of the week including weekends and holidays. Any hotel employee may be asked to use their personal vehicle for business purposes at any time.
• General knowledge of heating, air conditioning, electric and plumbing skills.
• Knowledge and ability to use basic work tools and equipment.
• Ability to patch holes, clean carpets, and paint walls.
• Ability to work well under limited supervision.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong work ethic.

Skill Preferences:

• Apartment, building, or lodging maintenance experience preferred.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employees assigned to this position.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or tasks which may be required to be performed in this position. Employer may amend, change, or modify the responsibilities and duties of this position to meet business needs as necessary. This job description does not constitute a contract for employment and may be changed at the discretion of the employer with or without notice.

Denco Family, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.