Located in the nation’s first skyscraper, Loews Philadelphia Hotel combines living history with warm sophistication. The city’s expanding skyline, vibrant arts scene and diverse atmosphere have transformed our neighborhood into a cultural destination. Welcome to Where History Meets Modern Day.

General

Performs general repairs and maintenance work. Provides assistance to senior engineersResponds to Meeting Room, Guest Room, Food & Beverage Outlet, Public Space, and Back of the house maintenance requests.Reviews and completes daily complaint logPerforms work as dispatched by espresso or other systemPerforms minor set-ups for hotel functionsExpedites light bulb replacement programMaintains and stocks supplies and tools in storerooms on floorsAssists guests with any requestsCommunicates status of maintenance requests to dispatcherCleans engineering shopFollows up all maintenance requests as directed by Chief Engineer or supervisorCommunicates daily with Chief Engineer or supervisor on status of maintenance/repair assignmentsEnsures that the hotel's building systems are operating safely, economically and efficientlyFollows proper hotel standards while engaging in repairs in occupied guest rooms or guest areasAssists the Chief Engineer in ensuring that all hotel systems meet the standards established by local, state and federal regulating agenciesInforms Chief Engineer of any repair problems that may arise during their shiftHas basic knowledge of hotel's plumbing, heating/boiler, electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, fire safety, sprinkler, lighting and communication systemsAssists Chief Engineer in floor/room inspectionsHelps monitor energy consumption and wasteMaintains equipment and suppliesUse tools safely and correctlyCheck clipboard and daily assignment sheet for job assignments.Completely familiar with Hotel Emergency procedures and able to respond quickly and accurately during an actual emergency, to notify all appropriate personnelNotifies immediate supervisors promptly and fully of all problems or unusual matters of significanceIs polite, friendly, and helpful to the guests, management, and fellow employeesAttends all appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions.Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment, and work areaExecutes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standardsComplies with safety regulations and proceduresComplies with hotel policies and rulesRecycles whenever possibleRemains current with hotel information and changesComplies with hotel uniform and grooming standardsCompletes any other duties as assigned

Supportive Functions and Responsibilities

Promotes and applies teamwork skill at all timesNotifies appropriate individuals promptly and fully of all problems and/or unusual matters of significanceIs polite, friendly, and helpful to all guests, management and fellow employeesAttends all appropriate hotel meetings and training sessionsMaintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work areaExecutes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standardsComplies with required safety regulations and proceduresComplies with hotel and department standards, policies and rulesRecycles whenever possibleRemains current with hotel information and changesComplies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualifications

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:Courses in engineering/maintenance preferredMust have English skills (read, write and speak)Familiarity with basic tools and equipment, electrical, a/c pumps required.This position requires bending, lifting and stooping.  Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.  Must be flexible to work any shift, including weekends and holidaysMust be customer-service orientated and have excellent hospitality skills

Education: 

High school diploma preferred

Experience: 

Minimum of two years previous experience working in general maintenance required