Harbour House Hotel proud to be 100% Canadian Owned is seeking highly motivated individuals with expertise in effective and efficient hotel operations. Our ideal candidates should exude a passion for the hospitality industry that will attract and inspire associates to cultivate an exceptional guest experience. If you are looking for an exciting career with unlimited opportunities to thrive within Harbour House Hotel we have an immediate opening for you to join our team. Harbour House Hotel on beautiful Salt Spring Island is looking for a highly motivated and skilled Hotel Maintenance/Landscaping person to run our maintenance department. Candidate directs and implements maintenance programs aimed at maintaining a zero defect environment for our guests.
You will inspect, maintain, and repair all mechanical, electrical, and other equipment used by the guests or affecting the quality of their experience while visiting the property reporting and working directly with the hotel general manager.
Job Duties: ·
- Creates a safe and attractive environment for guests and associates by ensuring the hotel is maintained in accordance with safety standards.
- Fluent English language skills; both written and verbal; excellent ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and openly in all interactions.
- Completes hotel room and building repairs such as replacing ceiling tiles, filters, light bulbs, patching vinyl, and painting.
- Performs repairs on toilets, sinks, laundry facilities, kitchen and other hotel property.
- Demonstrated ability to work with maximum accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail, maintaining a keen sense of urgency always.
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 11.5 kilograms (25 pounds) without assistance.
- Capable of frequent bending, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.
- Previous experience in a similar capacity within an upscale establishment considered an asset.
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to meet the business needs of a hotel environment, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Develops plans for completing routine and preventative maintenance and renovations; coordinates work with hotel department managers.
- Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the exterior of the hotel, grounds, parking areas. Monitors actual versus budgeted expenses and takes corrective action when necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the General Manager.
Qualifications: ·
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of three years of hotel or apartment experience
- Knowledge of basic electrical and plumbing maintenance
- Experience with general maintenance tools
- Troubleshooting ability
- Skills in painting
- Skilled carpenter
- Ability to tolerate exposure to extreme temperatures and cleaning chemicals.
- Ability to communicate effectively with guests and coworkers
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate your personal and family needs
- Competitive compensation opportunity
- Ongoing mentorship to support personal and professional goals
- Fun, Team-driven and inclusive community
- Dynamic, fast-paced, and agile work environment
- Meal discounts
- Fitness membership discounts
- Recruiting & Referral bonus program incentives
- Health Benefits
Harbour House Hotel is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Harbour House does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Harbour House takes its obligations under the Human Rights Code. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with the Harbour House Hotel, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Salt Spring Island, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
