Localization Engineer jobs in Kansas City, MO

Description

The newly opened Aloft Hotel on the Country Club Plaza and Cascade Hotel in Kansas City, a Tribute Portfolio hotel, are destined to become the crown jewels of the Country Club Plaza hotel scene. Situated on the North side of the Plaza, these hotels pay tribute to the history of Kansas City, while leaving a distinct mark of their own. With a combined 300 guest rooms, 5 bars, a two-story restaurant, and 15,000 sq feet of meeting space, these hotels will be the preferred destination for smaller conferences, meetings, vacations, celebrations, and everyone else that comes to Kansas City.

We are in search of an Engineer that will play a key role in the success of the hotels. If you are experienced, innovative, tenacious, and ready to make your mark - we want to hear from you.

The Engineer reports directly to the Director of Engineering and is responsible for the following:

• Performing maintenance and repairs to facility.
• Execute preventative maintenance.
• Weather-proofing.
• Basic plumbing, electrical, and HVAC maintenance.
• Follow all safety and security policies and procedures.
• Welcome all guests accordingly, anticipate and address guest service needs.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be available for emergency calls at hotel during off duty hours.
• Must be organized with inventory and documentation.
• Perform other job duties as requested.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and associate and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. 

 While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to stand; regularly use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear. The associate is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The associate may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.?May be exposed to cleaning chemicals.  

 Benefits:

• Affordable health insurance with employer premium contributions offered to all full-time associates.
• Wide range of other benefit options (dental, vision, accident, critical illness, life) offered to all full-time associates.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) available to full-time associates.
• Exclusive discounts at Marriott Hotels for all associates.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience in all facets of building maintenance.
• Understand and operate electrical, plumbing & refrigeration.
• Knowledge and experience in working with HVAC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent guest service skills.
• Must be organized and have good attention to details.
• Read and understand test equipment and measuring devices.

Education, Credentials, Certification, and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of Hospitality Maintenance preferred.
• Obtain a Class E License to operate hotel shuttle.
• Must be willing to complete drug screen and background check in accordance with federal and state laws.