General Maintenance Technician

Job summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing interior and exterior hotel facilities, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. They perform preventive maintenance, respond to guest complaints, and ensure all property areas meet safety and operational standards.

Job details

Start Your Journey With Us WESTIN At Westin, everything we do is designed to help our guests be at their best, and they appreciate our supportive attitude, anticipatory service, and extensive knowledge on how to assist them throughout their stay. We are looking for dynamic people who are excited to join our team of hospitality professionals. Are you ready to jump into any situation and give a helping hand? If you’re someone who has is positive, adaptable and intuitive, with a genuine interest in the well-being of others around you, we invite you to discover how you can thrive at Westin. Position Details: * Full time / year round The Impact You’ll Make: Our Quality Keepers know that the countless small details end up making a big impression on our customers. It’s their organization, attention to detail and overall care for their work that reinforces our position as the world’s leading hospitality company. The Maintenance Technician is responsible to maintain and repair the exterior and interior facilities including electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, heating, cooling, kitchen, structural, parking areas, spa, and perform other maintenance work necessary to maintain the property in an optimum and efficient condition. They perform tasks and preventive maintenance activities as directed by Engineering Leadership and will ensure the safety and comfort of the guests and associates. The Wellness You Deserve: We’ll support you in and out of the workplace by offering: * Team-spirited coworkers & encouraging management * Learning and development opportunities * Reward and Recognition Programs * Staff Accommodation (based on availability) * Enjoy Discounted Hotel stays with Marriott ‘Explore’ Program * Complimentary Staff Meal * Work Schedule: 4 x10hr shifts with 3 days off! * Summer & Winter Wellness Package up to $2000/yr What we are looking for: * A warm, people-oriented demeanor * A team-first attitude * High attention to detail and a drive to get things done Position Requirements: * Advise immediate supervisor of conditions which might affect the operation of the facility * Become thoroughly familiar with hotel's emergency procedures and perform assigned duties per hotel and departmental procedures * Make all necessary repairs to maintain the hotel's operations * Become thoroughly familiar with all phases of operation and maintenance repair of all guest room, public spaces and heart of house area. * Perform all repairs, maintenance, and replacement of parts for preventive maintenance and accurately and neatly record all pertinent data * Complete daily maintenance report * Minor construction repairs * Install new equipment and systems as directed * Maintain tools and maintenance equipment properly * Maintain Pool & Spa * Respond to guest complaints promptly and efficiently to avoid inconvenience or discomfort * Assume responsibility for training lesser trained personnel in the operation and maintenance * Ensure that all established rules, regulations, policies, and procedures are strictly adhered to * Comply with WRS’s Occupational Health and Safety Program and the Regulation of WorkSafeBC * Report any unsafe conditions, practices, or injuries to their supervisor as soon as possible * Set a good safety example * All other duties as assigned * Ability to provide a satisfactory criminal record check Skills & Experience: * Ability to demonstrate initiative, ownership of challenges and have a good understanding of how a maintenance department works * Hands-on field experience in minor electrical, painting and plumbing within a commercial or industrial environment, preferably within a hotel, hospital, or other multi-facility location * Must be able to operate basic power tools and other hand tools * Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and a passion for dealing with and emotionally connecting with others * Ability to work a flexible work schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays * Basic computer knowledge * Strong attention to detail * Must be able to work in temperatures like freezers (-20°C) and Boiler rooms (40°C), possibly for one hour or more * Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 10 hours in length * Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space and to reach other locations of the hotel on a timely basis * Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning and repair/maintenance tasks * Must be able to frequently lift 50clbs. * Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening, and hearing ability and visual acuity * Must be knowledgeable about common hazards: includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemical * Must be able to operation machinery as required; Works with, drill presses, power saws, table saws, etc. Health & Safety: Health & Safety is at our core! * Safety orientations to ensure you feel safe at work * Proud to be COR certified – an occupational health and safety accreditation program that verifies a fully implemented safety and health program which meets national standards. * Monthly safety committee meetings You’re welcome here Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you’re important to us and that you’ll make an impact in your role, and for that, you’ll be appreciated and valued. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

What you’ll do

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing interior and exterior hotel facilities, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. They perform preventive maintenance, respond to guest complaints, and ensure all property areas meet safety and operational standards.

Requirements

Candidates must have hands-on experience in minor electrical, painting, and plumbing within a commercial or industrial environment. The role requires the ability to operate power tools, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in extreme temperature conditions.

Benefits

• Team-spirited coworkers • Encouraging management • Learning and development opportunities • Reward and recognition programs • Staff accommodation • Discounted hotel stays • Complimentary staff meal • Summer and winter wellness package

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Electrical maintenance
• Plumbing
• Painting
• Preventive maintenance
• Pool and spa maintenance
• Power tools operation
• Hand tools operation
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Construction repairs
• Equipment installation
• Safety compliance
• Computer literacy
• Hand Tools
• Power Saws
• Power Tool Operation
• People Oriented
• Hotel Operations
• Boilers
• Construction
• Management
• Communication
• Drill Press
• Emergency Procedures
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Leadership
• Machinery
• Preventive Maintenance
• Sawing
• Visual Acuity
• Customer Complaint Resolution
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Hospitality
• Trades
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• General Maintenance Technician
• Building and General Maintenance Technician
• Odd Job Persons
• Maintenance and Repair Workers, General