Hampton Inn Columbia
101 Woodcross Dr.
Columbia, SC 29212


Position Summary 

A Maintenance Assistant is responsible for assisting the Chief Maintenance Engineer in the overall maintenance of the hotel’s building and grounds and the operation of its equipment and mechanical/electrical systems. Additionally, this position is responsible for the overall safety and security of the hotel and its associates.

Responsibilities 
 

Completing maintenance problems, complaints, and work orders to prioritize and schedule work assignments (e.g. painting, drywall, door adjustments, minor plumbing and electrical work, HVAC maintenance, etc.)   Assisting in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing malfunctioning property systems and equipment, including electrical/mechanical  Assisting in inspecting property to identify potential and current needs and acting on those needs   Performing preventative maintenance assignments on a scheduled basis    Assisting in servicing the hotel’s pool, including adjusting chemicals, vacuuming, and cleaning filters  Completing maintenance calendar   Completing hotel mattress rotation program   Maintaining and upkeep of the outside of the property (e.g. trash removal, maintenance of cigarette butt removal, cleaning of parking lot, leaf blowing, maintenance of flower pots and boxes, etc.)  Maintaining the building exterior if not serviced by a contractor (e.g. snow removal, lawn care, painting, lights, etc.)    Maintenance of meeting room and assisting with set up/breakdown   Maintaining a passing score on the Quality Oil maintenance and security audit   Maintaining Hampton service and product standards   Listening and responding to guests’ requests and/or complaints   Coordinating and maintaining effective relations with other department in the hotel to promote guest service 

Requirements 

Prior maintenance experience is required – prior maintenance experience in a hospitality setting is preferred  Proven working experience and knowledge of proper maintenance processes, means, methods, and standards    Strong initiative and work ethic   Punctual, reliable, and regular attendance  Strong attention to detail  Customer-service oriented and excellent interpersonal skills   Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

This is a continuous recruitment job posting, meaning that we are always looking for customer-focused employees for our locations!