Traveling Maintenance Technician

SUMMARY: Maintains and performs general repairs of buildings and grounds for two hotel properties managed by Northridge Hospitality Management. The two properties are in Grand Forks, ND, and Fargo, ND. Traveling between the two properties will be required one or more times per week. Overnight stays will occur periodically. This position is the only position in the maintenance department.

Maintenance Duties

· Uses a website-based program to organize, prioritize, document, and complete all work orders. Receives written work orders or verbal instructions from supervisor and other staff members.

· Maintains and services pool and spa areas including testing and recording as stated by State and City regulations.

· Will be required to attend a pool operating course and become a Certified Pool Operator within the first 6 months of employment.

· Cleans internal areas of buildings, including sweeping and mopping.

· Maintains cleanliness of public areas, storage areas, and parking lot

· Aides in housekeeping tasks when needed. I.E. stripping rooms, gathering trash, flipping beds, and moving furniture.

· Operates snow removal equipment to maintain parking lots and sidewalks.

· Maintains all fixtures and equipment according to a preventative maintenance schedule, and records such maintenance in the log book and Property Preservation Calendar

· Performs quarterly preventative maintenance inspections on every room., completing a PM checklist for each room, and fixing or replacing any damaged items, painting walls when needed, caulking bathtubs, sinks, and other. Patches drywall as needed.

· Maintains an organized storage room for all maintenance-related tools and equipment.

· Keeps landscaping neat and clean. Cares for plants and flower beds.

· Replaces worn or damaged parts such as hoses, wiring, and belts, in machines and equipment.

· Assists other departments with moving furniture and unloading and storing supplies.

· All other duties as assigned.

SCHEDULE EXPECTATIONS:

This position is primarily Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Given the 24 hour operation of a hotel, there will be times when the employee may be asked to clock in before or after normal business hours.

Education/Experience:

One-year certificate from college or technical school; or at least six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

BENEFITS

· Competitive salary

· Health insurance coverage

· Paid time off and vacation days

· Opportunities for training and professional development

· Employee discounts on hotel amenities and services

· On-demand pay

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:

Travel is a requirement for this position, as the employee will be maintaining properties in both Grand Forks and Fargo ND. Employees will be required to drive back and forth between the two cities weekly and must have reliable transportation. Reimbursement will be provided for travel.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Computer Skills:

Basic understanding of how to navigate the internet, complete online checklists, and ability to learn new applications that are used daily to report and update maintenance tickets.

Certificates and Licenses:

Will be required to attend Certified Pool Operators course and successfully earn a CPO Certificate within 6 months of employment.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Grand Forks, ND: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road