Maintenance Engineer

Overview

RAM Hotels – a dynamic, thriving, innovative hotel management company headquartered in Columbus, Georgia. Over the last few years, we have quietly and steadfastly taken our place as a leader in the hospitality industry of corporate America, while serving some of the most well-known midscale hotel brands in key markets throughout the Alabama and Georgia region. We strive to meet our guests demands while continuously changing the perception of the hospitality industry.

When you join RAM Hotels, you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career, you become part of the RAM Hotels family!

Maintenance Engineer

• Order and install small maintenance items as needed for repair, under direction of management.
• Manage a team of two or more people across departments.
• Complete tasks and assignments on the daily Maintenance Checklist.
• Complete Maintenance Request Forms within 24 hours.
• Complete Preventive Maintenance program on a timely basis.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies on a 24-hour call basis.
• Practice safe working conditions under Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines, including Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Practice safe chemical handling as prescribed in Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Perform other duties assigned by Property Management to meet guest or operational needs.
• Clear trash and empty property trash containers daily.
• Sweep and clean sidewalks and stairs as needed (trash and weather related).
• Clear debris from parking lot, landscaping, and dumpster area daily.
• Ensure exterior building and grounds are clean by use of a pressure washer and blower.
• Paint walls, ceilings, doors and window trim as needed.
• Provide Preventive Maintenance to guest rooms and all areas of the property.
• Perform other tasks as necessary or required to meet or exceed guest satisfaction.

• Preferably 3 years’ experience in janitorial, general maintenance or engineering related field.
• Knowledge of HVAC, PTAC, gas furnace, heaters, dryers, pools, low voltage fire alarms, electrical, plumbing, and irrigation preferred.

• Previous experience in the hospitality industry (preferred).
• Hotel Management Operations experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of government relations regarding hotel operations (preferred).

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be flexible to work varied schedules.
• Ability to reach overhead and work on knees.
• Ability to work in hot or cold environments.
• Must have the physical ability to walk, bend, and stand for long periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to express compassion while remaining composed; ability to stay calm and focused while working under pressure.
• Promote the property by demonstrating a “top-notch” attitude toward our guests, including anticipating guests' needs and being proactive in repairs.
• Ensure that you are always a positive representation of the property; embrace and respect diversity and multi-cultural environments.

RAM Hotels offers comprehensive health benefit packages for employees and their families, vacation time, quarterly bonuses, a 401K, and other perks. We provide opportunities for advancement and aim to support work-life balance.

RAM Hotels is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.