Maintenance Tech I (Senior Level)

About Colonial Williamsburg: 

From our Historic Area to Hotels, Colonial Williamsburg’s mission “that the future may learn from the past” is part of everything we do. The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational institution welcoming guests to the world’s largest living history museum which brings the past to life through museum theater, 18th-century trades, historic sites, and more. The Foundation also includes two world-class art museums, featuring the nation’s premier folk art collection, plus the best in British and American fine and decorative arts from 1670–1840. The Colonial Williamsburg Company boasts a rich history as well, having hosted and entertained guests from around the world with an impressive collection of amenities including our hotels, guest homes, food and beverage outlets, championship golf courses, and spa & fitness center. 

Our Team: 

Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. We promote diversity & inclusion of thought, culture, and background, which connects our entire team. As such, Colonial Williamsburg is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. 

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to safety regulations and polices.
• Solicits assistance when needed to make repairs and replacements properly and safely.
• Assists in responding to maintenance calls for all spaces and grounds of the hotels that include but are not limited to heating, cooling, plumbing, electric, controls, pools, fountains, kitchen equipment, and architectural elements.
• Performs carpentry repairs on items such as doors, windows, trim, furniture repairs, counters, and bathroom partitions.
• Patches and repairs drywall walls and ceilings for example holes, scratches, and dents.
• Performs demolition work as required.
• Touches up paint and performs complete hotel space paint outs in accordance with Benjamin Moore specifications and foundation guidelines.
• Repairs, modifies, and replaces ceilings that may include track and tiles.
• Troubleshoots equipment and systems to determine repair and replacement requirements. Makes necessary repairs or replacements on equipment and systems such as air handlers, ptac units, electrical panels, electrical system components, pumps, lighting controls, and building automated control systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on building architectural items, mechanical, plumbing, electrical equipment, pool and fountain equipment, life safety systems, and kitchen equipment that includes but is not limited to walls, ceilings, stairs, counters, doors, locks, ptac units, air handlers, thermostats, pumps, filters, electrical receptacles, lights, locks, doors, furniture, toilets, faucets, fire alarm system, fire suppression system, ovens, fryers, stoves, steam kettles, and exhaust hoods. This may include cleaning registers, sills, light fixtures, building décor, and replacing light bulbs/lamps over six feet above finished floor.
• Test pool water pH and chemistry and make necessary adjustments for chlorine and salt systems.
• Uses ladders, scaffold, and lifts.
• Replaces items such as light bulbs, thermostats, television remotes, faucets, and electric switches and receptacles .
• Programs thermostats to set environmental standard parameters.
• Constructs new elements to code that include but are not limited to installing metal and wood framing, doors, drywall, ceilings, paint, electric wiring and devices, lighting, pumps, and HVAC equipment.
• Assist in moving furniture, equipment, and materials that may require use of hand trucks, electric powered lifts, dollies, or physical means.
• Ensures hotel systems, physical spaces, and grounds are safe. Identifies and effectively communicates any safety issues related to grounds, architectural elements, life safety systems, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems. Addresses unsafe conditions immediately.
• Provide “on call” coverage 24 hours a day when scheduled.
• This position requires the ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, or shift work as required by supervisor.
• This position is deemed essential personnel and is required to report whether the foundation is closed or not, regardless of the emergency, weather related or otherwise.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.

Position Type (Regular/FT; Casual/PT)/Expected Hours of Work Per Week:

Regular/FT/40 hours/week

Required and Preferred Education and Experience: 

Required: 

1. High school diploma or G.E.D certificate required. 
2. One or more of the following certificates or certifications:

• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate
• HVAC Technician Certification
• Facilities Maintenance Technician Certification
• Trades Electrician National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Certifications, Levels 2

1. Seven years of experience in hotel maintenance or in similar environment with knowledge and hands-on skillsets that include but not limited to carpentry, painting, with emphasis on mechanical, plumbing, electrical, controls, fire alarm, fire suppression, and kitchen equipment.
2. Experience with computer maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office.

Preferred: 

1. Graduate from a trades school
2. National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technology, Level III

Qualifications: 

Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record based on The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s criteria.

• Must be able to provide a 5-year Motor Vehicle Record prior to employment
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• May not have more than 1 moving violation or at fault accident within 12 months
• May not have more than 2 moving violations or at fault accidents within 36 months
• May not have any serious motor vehicle violations including but not limited to excessive speeding, reckless driving, DUI/DWI, suspended or revoked license, etc.

1. Good communication skills, both oral and written
2. Ability to read and explain architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans,
3. Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds, ability to work at heights above 30 feet on ladders, lifts, and scaffolds.
4. Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency calls.
5. Employee will be required to participate in the department’s monthly safety program.