Maintenance Technician - New Orleans, United States - BRG Hospitality

Description

POSITION SUMMARYMaintenance Technician will be performing all maintenance and repair related functions involving furnishings, fixtures, equipment, and property. Oversees all building-related activities including restaurants, warehouses, and offices. Responsible for preserving the good condition of infrastructure and FFE and ensuring that facilities are safe and well-functioning.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSMaintenance Technician will be performing all maintenance and repair related functions involving furnishings, fixtures, equipment, and property.

Monitor facility operations of all systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management.
Track work orders for quality, adherence to service standards, and budgeted guidelines.
Assist with planning and coordination of all installations (telecommunications, HVAC, electricity, structural, etc.) and refurbishments.
Manage upkeep of facilities, equipment, and supplies to meet health and safety standards.
Inspect buildings' structures, fixtures, and furnishings to determine the need for repairs or renovations.
Review utilities consumption and strive to minimize costs.
Work with vendors and contractors engaged for construction projects. Ensure contract work is completed (work completed, supplies received, etc.) and inspected for quality. Follow up with post-completion punch lists, warranty work, etc.
Keep maintenance records.
Establish regular meetings with individual restaurant management to determine maintenance needs and schedule.
QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIALIZED SKILLSProven experience as a maintenance technician.
Well-versed in technical/engineering operations and facilities management best practices.

Experience with carpentry, HVAC systems and basic electrical and plumbing required in order to complete routine repairs and preventative maintenance and to diagnose/troubleshoot more advanced repairs and maintenance issues.

EPA Universal license requiredHospitality/restaurant experience a plus.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of computers (MS Word, Excel). Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must be eligible to work in the United States.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAble to lift, push, pull and carry a minimum weight up to 50 lbs.
Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, up to eight hours per day.
Able to reach above head and shoulder levels.
Must be able to drive to various metropolitan area locations and occasionally travel out of state.
SUPERVISIONThis position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENTIndoor environment.
Possible outdoor environment. Commercial establishments.
NOTICEThe hospitality business functions seven days a week all year long. This is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must always be projected.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with BRG Hospitality rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of restaurant facilities.

Employees who violate rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.