Engineer (Hotel Maintenance)
Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol
Washington, DC
Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol
33 New York Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20002
Telephone 1 202 289 5599
Compensation: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour
Opportunity: Engineer
Perform preventative and repair maintenance work to ensure the hotel is maintained according to established quality and sustainability standards while treating guests in a warm and friendly manner.
Your Growth Path
Engineering Supervisor – Chief Engineer – Area Chief Engineer
Your Focus- Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs.
- Install or repair sheetrock and other wall coverings.
- Paint designated areas and items.
- Install and replace basic electrical fixtures, replace light switches, receptacles, light bulbs and fixtures.
- Repair furniture.
- Install, replace and program televisions.
- Perform minor plumbing functions.
- Replace and repair heating and cooling pumps as well as preventative maintenance on units.
- Trace and repair all types of water lines.
- Troubleshoot and repair kitchen equipment.
- Maintain repair and preventive maintenance records.
- Perform and maintain work to local, state and Federal codes.
- Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
- Work as a bell attendant in the event of staffing shortages or during peak check in/out periods.
- Follow Service Recovery Guidelines.
- Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and comply with MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Your Background and Skills
- High School diploma and Trade school course work in related field preferred.
- Previous engineer/maintenance experience or equivalent training required.
HHM Hotels Benefits and Perks
- Competitive wages for full time and part time opportunities
- Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Company Match
- Daily Pay
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- 24/7 access to TELUS Health, a confidential work-life resource.
- Travel Discounts
- Commuter Transit and Commuter Parking Benefits
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
- Educational/Professional Development
- Referral Bonus Program
Work Context
- Work schedule varies and mayinclude working on holidays and weekends and alternate shifts.
- Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching,kneeling, stooping, crawling and climbing.
What We Believe
People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble – Own It
Hyatt Place Washington DC/US Capitol
Hotel with 200 Rooms
Explore DC's Emerging NoMa District from Our Hotel Near Capitol Hill
Feel at home in the vibrant NoMa neighborhood at Hyatt Place Washington DC / US Capitol. Our contemporary hotel near Capitol Hill offers style and comfort for business and leisure travelers. Explore historic sites like the Capitol building or relax in spacious rooms with living, sleep and work spaces.
24/7 Dining
Wake up to free breakfast served every day at The Breakfast Bar where you’ll find a wide array of choices from fresh fruit, yogurt, and granola, to eggs, hash browns, waffles, and more.
Conveniently located in our free-flowing lobby, The Placery offers a thoughtfully sourced, cleverly curated menu. Try our Signature Burger, Chicken Caesar Salad, Turkey Pesto Sandwich, or sharable Parmesan Fries, which can be paired with one of our premium alcoholic beverages. Cheers!
Looking to grab something To-Go? The Market has a selection of bottled drinks, and fresh conveniently packaged items from snacks to salads, while our bakery case is filled with an array of tempting pastries and sweets.
Event Space
Sophisticated and seamless meeting and event space at Hyatt Place Washington DC / US Capitol is just what you need. Host training and brainstorming sessions, corporate retreats or various celebrations in 1,600 square feet of function space. Take advantage of group accommodations at our hotel located within walking distance of the Convention Center and US Capitol building.