Maintenance Technician

Job description

The team behind the Hotel Peter & Paul in New Orleans is actively seeking candidates for the position of full-time Maintenance Worker. This is a set shift: 3:00pm - 11:00pm.

About us:

Hotel Peter & Paul is a 71-room hotel in a former Catholic school, rectory, church and convent nestled in the residential Marigny neighborhood, just downriver from the French Quarter. It was named one of the best new hotels in the country by Condé Nast Traveler and is on Time Magazine’s list of the World’s 100 Greatest Places.

About you :

Maintenance is the air traffic controller of the hotel’s varied technical components, ensuring all aspects of hotel maintenance are in perfect working order. You are a pro-active, organized, tidy and resourceful individual with excellent leadership and communication skills. You recognize how integral engineering is to the guest experience and take great pride in ensuring all hotel operations are implemented in ways that seamlessly inform impeccable service. You see the big and small at the same time. You’re organized and efficient, with strong people skill and a knack for creative problem-solving. Sense of humor a plus.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with Housekeeping and Front Office to ensure that all areas of guest rooms and public spaces are in good working order
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems, coordinating with external vendors when appropriate
• Maintain emergency procedure best practices and respond swiftly and effectively to building emergencies, including hurricanes
• Monitor and maintain proper logs of all measurable equipment
• Monitor supplies and inventory, making purchases (according to budget) as needed, and keep storage stocked and organized
• Handle special projects and other job duties as assigned
• Anticipate guest needs and embody the spirit of service that exceeds a specific role; going above and beyond for all guests and visitors of the hotel

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Will be passionate about providing exceptional service according to Ash brand standards
• Pays extraordinary attention to detail, meets deadlines, follows up and follows through
• Is an effective listener that excels at understanding and resolving issues raised by coworkers and guest — no inquiry goes unanswered
• Is a creative problem solver that takes a hands-on approach to finding solutions
• Has impeccable teamwork and interpersonal skills, as well as supervisor experience
• Can work hours that will spread over weekdays, weekends and holidays
• Can work well under stress or in high-pressure situations
• Is confident in utilizing and learning new technologies, including Microsoft Excel for scheduling and budget
• Enjoys and thrives in an environment where service, creativity, optimism and design are the cues for outstanding guest experiences
• Is capable of lifting up to 20 pounds regularly and up to 40 pounds on occasion, as well as standing, walking, and working on foot for extended periods of time.
• Has exceptional communication skills. There is no such thing as over-communicating.
• Has previous hotel experience

Compensation & Benefits (Full Time Employees)

• 75% employer-sponsored health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance
• 401 (k)
• Paid time off, paid sick leave, paid time off to vote,
• 10 vacation days and 11 holidays
• 50% food & beverage discount and discounted hotel rooms

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Schedule:

• Friday to Monday

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Nights as needed
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New Orleans, LA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Orleans, LA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17