Engineering Technician

What will you be doing

As an Engineering Technician, your role will be to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of all hotel equipment, maintaining high standards of safety and functionality. You will cooperate with your superior and assist the Engineering department's maintenance team to ensure the maintenance and repair tasks are completed in a timely and effective manner. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform general maintenance work assigned by your superior, and assist in completing other maintenance tasks within the Engineering department. Ensure the normal operation of the hotel's power supply, water supply, gas supply, heating, and cooling equipment.
• Record Keeping: Inspect and maintain the equipment operation records, shift handover logs, and ensure all data is accurately updated and communicated.
• Energy Efficiency: Monitor energy usage to ensure the hotel operates efficiently and take steps to conserve energy where possible.
• Banquet and Meeting Support: Provide maintenance and technical support for banquets and meetings, ensuring all hotel equipment is functioning optimally during these events.
• Emergency Equipment Operation: Regularly test the hotel's generator to ensure power generation and transmission during a power failure or emergency situation.
• Fire Safety Compliance: Supervise and inspect the hotel's fire prevention efforts. Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and take appropriate actions to prevent any violations.
• Training and Supervision: Supervise and train technicians and apprentices in their roles. Support their development to enable them to qualify for higher grades or responsibilities.
• Tool Management: Manage the proper use of work tools and ensure team members sign out tools appropriately.
• Team Management: Be responsible for recommending disciplinary action for assigned subordinates as necessary to maintain high standards.
• Additional Duties: Complete any other reasonable tasks assigned by management to ensure the hotel operates smoothly.

What are we looking for

An Engineering Technician serving Hilton Brands should consistently demonstrate a commitment to high standards of service and operational excellence. To successfully perform in this role, you should possess:

• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of hotel systems including power, water, gas, heating, cooling, and emergency systems. Ability to perform technical repairs and maintenance tasks effectively.
• Safety and Compliance: Strong knowledge of safety regulations and the ability to implement procedures that ensure safe operations and fire prevention compliance.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to perform regular inspections and record keeping accurately. Ensure that equipment is running smoothly and any necessary repairs are promptly addressed.
• Energy Efficiency Awareness: Understand the importance of energy conservation and take steps to optimize the hotel's energy consumption.
• Training and Leadership: Strong leadership skills to supervise, train, and develop team members, preparing them for future roles.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members, other hotel departments, and management. Ability to follow instructions and report issues clearly.
• Adaptability: Ability to handle a wide range of tasks and duties, responding to changing demands of the hotel environment.

This role requires an individual who is proactive, reliable, and dedicated to maintaining high operational standards while ensuring the safety and comfort of hotel guests and staff. The Engineering Technician will play an essential role in supporting the hotel's daily operations and maintenance efforts.