Preventive Maintenance Worker

Role Summary 

Reporting to the Engineering leadership team, this position is responsible for performing scheduled maintenance in guest rooms, meeting rooms, and/or public spaces, as required. 

Accountabilities 

• Maintain, repair and clean all guest rooms in accordance with the property room preventative maintenance procedures and guidelines/checklists
• Perform preventive maintenance on guest related equipment
• Responsible for flipping/inspecting mattresses, box springs and assembling furniture
• Vacuum behind and underneath furniture in guest rooms and public spaces upon completion of maintenance, repairs or projects
• Maintain cleanliness of carpets and upholstery by spot cleaning
• Ensure all necessary hardware and appliances are present in guest rooms and in working order
• Replace and dust/clean light fixtures and replace light bulbs
• Repair grout and caulking in kitchens, kitchenettes and washrooms
• Perform general cleaning of all guestroom surfaces including tub, wall tiles, floors, walls, windows, and mirrors
• Perform minor repairs such as patching drywall, plunging toilets, replacing batteries or fuses etc.
• Apply paint, stain and other finishes to property walls, ceilings and furniture using brushes, spray guns or rollers, while maintaining property colour scheme specifications
• Apply primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal for finish coats
• Remove old finishes by stripping, sanding, using water or abrasive blasting
• Touch up, repair and stain furniture where needed
• Perform equipment readings, meter readings and maintain logs
• Perform routine repairs and assist engineers on major repairs of all hotel equipment including small appliances, kitchen equipment, laundry equipment, boilers, plumbing, pool equipment, HVAC, hand and power tools
• Address and respond to guest’s service needs, including guest calls in a professional, positive, and timely manner
• Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact and a friendly verbal greeting using the guests’ names when possible
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements 

• Basic painting, staining and general repair/maintenance skills required
• Previous hotel, resort or building operation experience required
• Familiarity with WHMIS standards, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) etc. an asset
• Health & Safety training, an asset

Working Conditions 

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 30 pounds without assistance
• Stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pulling
• Move through narrow, confined or elevated spaces
• Move up and down a ladder
• Move over sloping, uneven or slippery surfaces

JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Human Resources department will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. 

JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka is committed to building a more diverse workplace and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. 

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