Maintenance Technician

Join our team of passionate hospitality professionals at the Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center where we strive to give guests memorable experiences and access to the best restaurants, nightlife, and outdoor recreation in the city. The Hyatt Regency is managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts whose corporate history dates back to the first Marcus Movie Theater in 1935. That was when our founder first established our guiding principles of People Pleasing People and to always realize our most important assets are our incredible associates.

POSITION PURPOSE: To repair and maintain hotel equipment and building systems to provide a safe and comfortable environment for guests and employees. To answer guest complaints and communicate with guests and associates.

What you will be doing:

• Repairs furniture and structures (cabinets, tables, chairs, doors, windows and wallpaper).
• Paints and finishes furniture and structures.
• Checks and makes minor repairs on electrical systems such as HVAC, refrigeration controls, vacuum cleaners, hairdryers, lightning systems, television sets and phones.
• Checks and makes minor repairs on plumbing systems and fixtures such as pipe lines, valves, toilets, showers, sinks and cutting of keys as well as major repair of locks.
• Performs preventive maintenance of plumbing and electrical systems according to the preventive maintenance schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation and personal hygiene.
• Full knowledge and participation in the hotel's Fire, Safety, Security, and Environmental plan and/or committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous engineering experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as Lockout Tag Out, MSDS, safety awareness information, maintenance instructions and procedural manuals.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests and associates
• Must be able to work as an independent mechanic
• Must be able to analyze problems, identify course of action and implement solutions.
• Represent the company in a courteous and well-groomed manner.
• Must be punched in, in uniform and ready for work as scheduled.
• Must be able to use and understand hand and power tools.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, lift, grasp, twist and stretch.
• Must be flexible with a positive attitude.

At the Hyatt Regency, we offer the following great benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Free Parking
• Free Uniforms
• Flexible schedules
• Room discounts for Hyatt properties and Marcus Hotels & Resorts properties
• Free meal during each shift worked
• Prior experience working in, industrial, apartment, hotel, property maintenance, or as a technician, mechanic, or experience in repairs or welding is helpful but not required.

For each position, we require a stable work history verified by a background check, a positive attitude, a willingness to be a team player, and the ability to work weekends and holidays.

About Marcus Hotels & Resorts

A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60 year history of operational and service excellence. We are "People Pleasing People" who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S. based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style.

We will verify through E-Verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.