Engineering - Engineer I

The Engineer I assists other Engineers and conducts minor repairs and maintenance on plumbing, physical structure, electrical fixtures, machinery, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, spa, kitchen and laundry equipment, using hand and power tools, electrician, and plumbing tools. Will complete work orders using Knowcross and as assigned by supervisor; respond immediately to guest room maintenance requests, etc.; respond to emergencies; and perform necessary assignments to ensure guest and employee safety. Will also back up loss prevention for emergency situations.

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees or guests.

• Basic knowledge of electricity.

• Basic knowledge of plumbing.

• Basic knowledge of pool care.

• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Ability to take direction and work unsupervised.

• Must have valid drivers license.
  
  

• 1-2 years previous experience in hotel, building or commercial building maintenance.

• CPR/first aid qualified.

• Knowledge of HVAC/R
  
  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

• Responsible for routine maintenance and repair of the entire physical plant.

• Will complete work orders using Knowcross or as assigned by the supervisor.

• Respond immediately to guest room maintenance requests, etc.

• Respond to emergencies.

• Perform necessary assignments to ensure guest and employee safety.

• Will back up loss prevention for emergency situations.

• Refers to blue prints and manuals.

• Inspects and observes equipment in operation for defects, listens for sounds to locate causes of trouble

• Replaces drive belts and filters on equipment.

• Start devices to test their performance.

• Replaces washers and seals and clears clogged drains.

• Occasionally makes and repairs wooden structures.

• Changes light bulbs throughout the hotel.

• Repairs locks.

• Replace switches and receptacles.

• Occasionally repairs tile, concrete and sheetrock walls.

• Maintains shop and other work areas in a clean and organized condition.

• Exhibit 5 Star Standard identified within Engineering Department and in conjunction with Ojai Valley Inn & Spa standards.