Marriott on the Falls
Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
Located on the brink of one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, the Marriott on the Falls Hotel and Conference Centre is minutes away from area attractions, world-class wineries, golf and casinos. With 404 guests rooms and suites, the Marriott on the Falls Hotel offers exceptional guest room accommodations, sumptuous dining options at its on-site Milestones Fallsview, savory Cocktails and Tapas in our Great Room Lobby Bar, full-service Starbucks along with 23 private function rooms and boardrooms totaling over 40,000 square feet of meeting space including our 8400 sq. ft. Oakes Grand Ballroom with an additional 2700 sq. ft. foyer and much more. Whether our guests are traveling on business or taking a much needed vacation, our mission is to always exceed the expectations of our guests.
At Marriott on the Falls, our operations thrive with the commitment of Associates who demonstrate/support the Marriott core values and culture of putting people first, acting with integrity, serving our world, embracing change, and pursuing excellence. We are currently searching for a General Maintenance (General Labourer) who is positive, enthusiastic, and has a passion for excellence to join our maintenance team. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, responsibilities include but not limited to:
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Troubleshooting/responding to mechanical repairs ranging from heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment, fan coils, chillers, pumps, boilers and cooling towers.
- Troubleshooting electrical systems, motor controls, lighting and dimming systems.
- Maintaining the pool and the hot tub, including daily testing and chemical application as required.
- Must be able to read and understand blue prints.
- Follow Company and Department’s safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment.
- Perform preventative maintenance program in guest rooms and common areas.
- To work in a neat and efficient manner – keeping work areas clean and well organized.
- Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines.
- Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (i.e. Evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters.)
- Follow Hazardous Material Management Program procedures for the handling and disposing of chemicals.
- Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks
- Conduct daily engineering rounds.
- Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner.
- Provide assistance to individuals with disabilities.
- Anticipate guests' service needs (i.e. Asking questions of guests to better understand their needs).
- Discuss work topics, activities, or problems with coworkers, supervisors, or managers discreetly and quietly, avoiding public areas of the property.
- Participate in all Maintenance Department emergency work.
- Provide assistance to coworkers, ensuring they understand the tasks.
- Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (i.e. Identify defects).
- Use the Lockout/Tag out system and use PPE before performing any maintenance work.
- Carry all equipment (i.e. Keys, tools, radio) in order to carry out work tasks at all times.
- Ensure that all flammable materials are stored in OSHA and EPA approved containment devices.
- Respond and attend to guest repair requests.
- Report any serious maintenance problems, unusual findings, or safety hazards immediately to the Manager.
- Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment.
- Maintain proper maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed.
- Record all information for finished and unfinished calls prior to shift change.
- Assist with snow removal and maintenance of ice management when required.
- Use proper equipment, wear, appropriate personal protective clothing and apply correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury.
- Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisor.
- High school diploma with 2 years advanced vocational training or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years maintenance experience is required.
- Knowledge of operating pool equipment, test and maintain water chemistry.
- Knowledge of plumbing, carpenter, electrician, drywall and finishing trades
- Ability to install, perform preventative maintenance and repair air conditioners, air compressors, generators, pumps and oilers used in heating and cooling of buildings and washers, dryers and refrigerators
- Ability to read gauges and meters to monitor heating and cooling systems; keeping records of the readings.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
- Must be able, walk, stand or walk for long periods of time and climb, kneel or crawl in confined spaces.
- Previous hotel experience an asset.
- Must be able to communicate well in English, in both written and oral forms.
- Must be able to work flexible hours which includes holidays and weekends.
- Trade certification preferred.
- Immediate access to the Friends and Family hotel and dining discounts at any participating Marriott, Delta and Starwood brands hotels worldwide.
- Complimentary meals.
- Complimentary parking; complimentary bike storage facilities.
- Shower and locker facilities.
- Complimentary Company sponsored events.
- Personalized electronic access to your pay statements and annual T4 statements- accessible from the comfort of your own home, any computer, tablet or smartphone 24 hours per day, 7 days a week via. online.
We also understand that diversity includes people with disabilities who might require reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate and contribute to their full capabilities or candidates for employment interested in reviewing or receiving information pertaining to careers at Canadian Niagara Hotels. This includes being able to fully participate in the Resort’s candidate selection process, including personal interviews in many circumstances, wherever possible and practical. If you would like to receive information in another format or other communications supports please send an email to hr@niagarafallshotels.com or by telephone at 905-374-4446 extension 4850.