Maintenance Technician

Job Details

Job Location:

Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Position Purpose

The Building Engineer is responsible for maintaining the physical integrity, safety, functionality, and operational efficiency of Hotel EMC
2. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who takes ownership of maintaining all building systems, guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house spaces, and mechanical equipment in peak operating condition.

Building Engineers are expected to protect company assets, ensure regulatory compliance, provide exceptional internal and guest service, and uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and preventative maintenance throughout the property.

• Conduct daily inspections of the Main Fire Alarm Panel and annunciator panels.
• Perform required daily, weekly, monthly, and annual testing of fire alarm systems as assigned.
• Inspect smoke detectors, pull stations, supervisory devices, and related fire protection equipment.
• Monitor, inspect, and maintain Fire Pumps, tamper switches, valves, and associated equipment.
• Maintain accurate engineering logs and inspection records.
• Ensure the property remains inspection-ready for Fire Department, City, OSHA, Marriott, and ownership inspections.
• Immediately report any life safety deficiencies to the Chief Engineer.

• HVAC Systems
• Inspect and maintain Makeup Air Units (MAUs) and Air Handling Units (AHUs).
• Replace filters according to schedule.
• Replace belts and lubricate moving components.
• Monitor building pressurization and indoor air quality.
• Troubleshoot HVAC issues promptly.
• Boiler & Hot Water Systems
• Perform daily boiler inspections.
• Monitor boiler operations and water temperatures.
• Record required operating readings.
• Conduct water chemistry testing.
• Maintain domestic hot water systems.
• Pumps & Mechanical Equipment
• Inspect circulating pumps.
• Lubricate bearings and moving components.
• Check alignment and vibration.
• Monitor for leaks or unusual operating conditions.
• Electrical Systems
• Repair and replace:
• Lighting fixtures
• Ballasts
• LED fixtures
• Electrical outlets
• Switches
• GFCIs
• Circuit breakers (where qualified)
• Troubleshoot electrical issues throughout the property.
• Maintain guest room and public area lighting.
• Plumbing Systems
• Maintain all plumbing fixtures including:
• Toilets
• Urinals
• Faucets
• Sinks
• Shower fixtures
• Water supply lines
• Drain systems
• Special attention shall be given to all public restrooms by ensuring:
• Toilets flush properly
• Urinals function correctly
• Flush handles remain secure
• Leaks are repaired immediately
• Restrooms remain fully operational at all times

• Engineers shall execute the hotel's Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program to maintain every guest room in excellent operating condition.
• PM responsibilities include inspection and repair of: HVAC units, Lighting, Plumbing fixtures, Bathroom hardware, Doors, Locks, Closers, Furniture, Walls, Flooring, Paint, Window treatments, Electrical outlets, Television systems, Refrigerators, Safes, Guest room accessories.
• The objective is to minimize out-of-order rooms while maximizing guest satisfaction.

• Building Engineers are expected to perform comprehensive maintenance throughout the hotel.
• Responsibilities include:
  
  Drywall repair, Painting, Tiling, Carpentry, Ceiling repairs, Hardware replacement, Furniture repairs, Caulking, Minor masonry repairs, Equipment installation, Preventative maintenance, General building repairs.
• No maintenance issue is considered outside the normal scope of engineering responsibilities when necessary to maintain hotel operations.

• Inspect and maintain all hotel doors including:
  Guest room doors, Stairwell doors, Mechanical room doors, Public area doors, Back-of-house doors.
• Responsibilities include:
  
  Tightening hinges, Adjusting closers, Repairing lock hardware, Ensuring proper latching, Replacing damaged hardware, Maintaining ADA compliance.

• Engineers are responsible for maintaining professional work environments.
• This includes:
  Mechanical rooms, Boiler room, Workshops, Storage areas, Engineering offices, Tool rooms, Maintenance carts.
• Expectations include:
  Clean equipment during servicing, Maintain organized tools, Properly store chemicals, Eliminate trip hazards, Dispose of waste appropriately, Maintain OSHA-compliant work spaces.

• Engineers shall:
  Respond promptly to maintenance requests.
• Complete work orders accurately.
• Close work orders immediately after completion.
• Communicate repair status with Guest Services, Housekeeping, and Management.
• Prioritize guest-impacting repairs.

• Complete all required engineering documentation including:
  Boiler logs, Fire alarm logs, Fire pump inspections, Water chemistry logs, Meter readings, Preventative maintenance records, Equipment inspections, Refrigeration…