Engineer 1 - The Langham, Pasadena

Eaton DC is a subsidiary of Langham Hospitality Group, which operates a family of distinctive hotel brands. The Engineer 1 role is responsible for maintaining the general condition of the property, focusing on basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry work, while ensuring guest satisfaction and compliance with maintenance standards.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas
• Receive daily work assignments from Engineering Manager/Supervisor and review priorities and special projects
• Organize materials, tools and equipment to perform daily assignments
• Maintain timelines and work schedule in accordance with the preventive maintenance program
• Check work orders and night report for any problems. Make rounds checking these problem areas and note any information needed or safety concerns in the hotel
• Schedule work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Executive Housekeeper and Front Office
• Perform electrical work orders:
• Replace light switches
• Reset circuit breakers
• Replace wall plug receptacles
• Replace fluorescent light ballast
• Replace electrical solenoid valve
• Replace small motors
• Use test equipment; voltmeter, voltage tester, amp probe
• Perform plumbing work orders:
• Unplug sinks, toilets, garbage disposals and drain lines
• Repair or replace valves, gate, globe, ball, solenoid valves
• Replace washer, gaskets, vacuum breakers, toilet seals
• Work with different types of pipe including conduit, copper, black, cast iron and pipe hangers
• Perform Preventive Maintenance work orders:
• Monitor and maintain all laundry and dry cleaning equipment
• Monitor and maintain all kitchen equipment
• Maintain guestrooms using Rooms Preventive Maintenance Program Punch List
• Change air-conditioning filters every 2 months
• Check HVAC equipment; change filters, belts, bearings and lubricate as necessary. Also check for unusual noise or vibration, adjusting as necessary
• Change or repair locks as needed
• Cut and mark keys for guestroom key inventory
• Check and test-run emergency generator weekly
• Perform general maintenance to guestrooms and public areas
• Assist electrician, carpenter, plumber and painter in all phases of repair work
• Assist other engineering personnel as instructed by supervisor in regards to routine and preventive maintenance
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area to include:
• Inventories
• Requisition (receipt and storage)
• Trash removal and clean up
• Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance and storage of all tools
• Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces
• Ensure security of any assigned keys

Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent vocational training is preferred
• Minimum two years experience as a commercial electrician and or HVAC mechanic
• Working knowledge of all electrical supplies and equipment
• Knowledge of proper chemical handling and disposal
• Working knowledge of health codes
• Working knowledge of electrical codes
• Working knowledge of national/local fire codes
• Working knowledge of local mechanical codes
• Working knowledge of blue prints and wiring schematics
• Working knowledge of power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades
• Fluency in job related English, both verbal and non-verbal
• Provide legible communication and directions
• Compute mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers)
• Ability to interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property
• Ability to be well organized and follow instructions
• Ability to focus attention on details
• Ability to operate high reach lifts
• Ability to prioritize tasks and comply with deadlines for work assignments
• Ability to be a clear thinker and perform well under pressure work assignments
• Ability to work and perform job functions with minimal supervision
• Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team
• Previous hotel experience preferred
• Certification or completion of seminars for specialized training