Maintenance

We are looking for a Hotel Engineering/Maintenance Manager to take care of our hotel’s infrastructure (e.g. buildings, electricity, plumbing, etc.). You will manage maintenance personnel and plan various renovation and repair projects. In this role, you should be organized and proactive. Familiarity with electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems is essential. If you’re also committed to meeting health and safety standards, we’d like to meet you. Your goal will be to ensure our hotel premises are safe and functional for guests and employees alike, while upholding brand standards.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the inspection, repairs, and maintenance of a variety of hotel systems and equipment
• Be able to work on a team or alone and observe all health and safety guidelines
• Maintain the building, guest rooms, and common areas in the best possible condition
• Organize repair projects in a manner that does not disturb guests
• Plan and oversee renovations and construction
• Act fast to resolve emergency issues (e.g. power outages)
• Recognize, report, and correct potential safety hazards (broken doors or railings, fire hazards, etc.) and notify supervisors of any damages, deficits, and disturbances
• Complete basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpet and tile floor maintenance and repairs
• Complete painting, minor roof repairs, and other exterior projects
• Complete exercise room and equipment repairs, if necessary
• Ongoing involvement in preventative maintenance programs
• Work with General Manager and Housekeeping Director to identify and accomplish all technical and skilled related projects
• Manage relationships with contractors and service providers
• Maintain budgets, expenses and activity logs
• When required, report to Hotel in inclement weather conditions for maintenance of Hotel's exterior (snow shoveling, ice melting, etc.)
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• May require flexible scheduling availability, as based on guest occupancy, season, staffing and other factors

Tucked away in the heart of Green Mountain National Forest is Palmer House Resort, Ascend Hotel Collection®, a boutique hotel in Manchester Center, VT. We’re located close to local restaurants, shopping and outdoor activities where visitors can spend the day exploring what makes our destination special. As our guest, you’ll enjoy amenities that allow you to relax while making the most of your time in Vermont like free WiFi throughout the hotel, free overnight parking, and free hot breakfast to start your day with plenty of energy.
All of our thoughtfully appointed guest rooms include a full kitchen or a refrigerator, microwave and coffeemaker and a flat-screen TV with premium cable channels. And when you want to unwind, our indoor heated pool and fitness center are available to use throughout your stay.
We’re close to US-7 on the way to downtown Manchester Center. Enjoy a day practicing your golf swing on our professionally maintained 9-hole course located on the property. There are also tennis courts, a stocked fishing pond, shuffleboard and hiking trails for you to enjoy. History buffs can spend time at the Lincoln Family Home better known as “Hildene.” Guided tours will show you the beauty of this stately mansion that once belonged to the prominent family. If you like skiing, you’ll love our proximity to the mountain ski resorts all located nearby. Every destination has its hidden gems—we’ll make sure you find them.