Engineer | Palihouse Santa Barbara

WHO WILL LOVE THIS POSITION?

• An individual who likes being active all day and not in an office environment
• An independent worker can follow a task list with minimal supervision
• An individual who is detailed oriented and enjoys enhancing the guest in room experience by ensuring the hotel is well maintained.

WE OFFER:

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Employee discounts at our Hotels and Restaurants nationwide
• Paid Time Off and Sick Pay
• Holiday pay
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

POSITION PROFILE:

Perform preventative and repair maintenance work to ensure hotel is maintained according to established quality and sustainability standards while treating guests in a warm and friendly manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct room inspections and identify repair needs
• Install or repair sheet rock 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
• Work as a houseperson 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
• Must be completely flexible with scheduling and be open to varied schedules every week based on hotel occupancies
• Follow uniform guideline
• Perform any other reasonable duties as required by management

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC EXPECTATIONS:

• Must have a thorough knowledge of AC systems & refrigeration
• Must be able to work in varied temperatures, indoor & outdoor environments under stressful weather conditions
• Must be able to work within hazardous environments and promote a safe work program for the maintenance staff. Work often requires being in surroundings within proximity to moving mechanical parts, electric currents, exposure to high heat and/or chemicals, and working on scaffolding and/or high places
• Must be able to work with skilled machinist equipment; such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch in tight restricted spaces

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule and shifts – weekends & holidays as needed by the department
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Must use good judgment
• Must be able to work as a team to drive results
• Must be an organized individual and prioritize well
• Must be able to handle stressful situations and work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a good work ethic
• Must display a positive attitude

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Some college or higher education preferred, but not required
• Professional skilled trade licensing in plumbing & electrical preferred, but not required

Palisociety is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Palisociety does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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REQUIREMENTS

• High school graduate or equivalent, required
• 5+ years’ experience working in general repair and maintenance
• Must be able to stand or walk a minimum eight-hour shift
• Requires mobility and prolonged standing, walking, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs

ABOUT PALISOCIETY:

Founded in Los Angeles by CEO Avi Brosh in 1998, Palisociety is a hospitality company that operates a collection of one-of–a-kind, neighborhood-centric hotels and restaurants across the country under four distinct monikers: Palihouse, Palihotel, and ARRIVE by Palisociety, and the Independent Collection. Palisociety is a family business, and we strive to connect guests and employees with a sense of place and belonging. We do this by prioritizing community, stylish comfort, and a hands-on creative approach to every unapologetically eclectic detail.

Palisociety properties are regularly featured on the Conde´ Nast Traveler’s Hot List, and Travel + Leisure IT List, to name few, and the Palisociety Dining Group has received accolades from the James Beard association and Food & Wine Magazine. We are always looking for spirited, innovative, and hardworking people to join our team. Come be a part of the family!

For more information, visit www.palisociety.com or follow @palisociety

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