Eaton DC ยท 2 weeks ago
Engineer 1 - HVAC/Refrigeration Technician - The Langham, Pasadena
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$40.73/hr - $43.73/hr
3+ years expEaton DC is a subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, operating The Langham Huntington in Pasadena, California. They are seeking an Engineer 1 - HVAC/Refrigeration Technician responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems, as well as performing various maintenance tasks to ensure the hotel remains in good repair.
Hospitality
Responsibilities
Respond to customer calls and complaints to correct temperature conditions in a positive, polite and timely manner
Monitor public space temperatures, making appropriate adjustments when necessary and start/stop fans as required
Interact with the Operating Engineer and assist in start-up, shut down and operation of all HVAC equipment
Visually inspect gauges, dials and mechanical equipment, make basic mathematical calculations, and move and climb on all types of uneven surfaces
Must lift objects weighing up to 100 lbs. to waist height, work in extreme hot, cold and wet conditions; grasp and manipulate tools and materials, and have excellent finger dexterity
Works with refrigerants, oils, solvents and chemicals
Perform scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance on all heating, ventilation, air conditioning and related equipment
Identify and troubleshoot problems, make repairs as follows: replace mechanical seals, re-pack pumps and valves, replace bearings and belts and check for proper alignment, repair fan coil units, make minor sheet metal repairs, braze and solder, calibrate controls, work on pressure vessels, replace piping and fittings and maintain appropriate records of preventive maintenance and repairs
Inspect guestrooms, public space and back of the house areas to repair, touch up or replace light bulbs, lamps, switches, outlets, faucets, toilets, hardware, filters, paint, furniture, wall covering, caulking, grouting or other miscellaneous repairs
This requires the individual to visually inspect and detect items needing repair and requires a considerable knowledge of a wide variety of maintenance trades
Basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry and mechanical experience is used frequently on the job
Performing these duties requires experience in using basic hand and power tools and the ability to stoop, kneel, grasp, lift, push and pull weights up to 80 lbs, climb ladders up to 30 feet high and reach in all directions, often times overhead
Detailed record keeping in English is required for logs and inspection sheets
Assist with requests to shut off steam, water and gas supplies
Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of stand pipe, sprinkler and interior fire alarm systems
Change filters on HVAC and fan coil units
Maintain inventory of supplies needed to perform job function
Report major repairs and items which cannot be repaired to the dispatcher for further action and if necessary, place a room out of order
Due to the nature of the business the individual may be required to do other duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor, such as making props or cleaning of the workshop
Due to the cyclical nature of our business, other duties and special projects may be assigned, such as serving on the hotel fire brigade
Qualification
Required
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience of at least 3 years that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the duties of the position
Basic experience in maintenance trades, including electrical, plumbing, mechanical and carpentry
At least 3 years experience as an HVAC mechanic in a complex facility
Experience in servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting with HVAC/R systems and units or equivalent education in trade school or apprenticeship required
EPA Universal certification required
Proven ability to assemble, install maintain and repair HVAC systems including reading and interpreting sketches of layouts based on blueprints, plans, and specifications
Knowledge of all maintenance trades, including basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical and carpentry
Knowledge of HVAC systems including repair and maintenance and basic electric and plumbing skills
Basic mechanical aptitude for operation and repair of hotel equipment
Skill in the use of hand and power tools (drills, hoisting equipment, reciprocating saw, and pressure washing equipment); dial indicators and testing equipment for air, water balancing and control calibration
Knowledge of OSHA standards for chemical use
Basic mathematical skill in the use of a calculator to prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations
Basic English language communication skills in order to communicate with customers and co-workers, fully understand job assignments and follow manufacturer's instructions
Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping and kneeling
Ability to push and pull objects or materials weighing up to 100 lbs
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, working at heights up to approximately 30 feet, for extended periods of time, with the ability to reach, often times overhead
Ability to grasp, lift or carry items weighing up to 50 lbs, occasionally waist high
Ability to deal with a number of problems requiring initiative and good judgment
Ability to move and work throughout the hotel for the duration of the shift
Ability to work in unfavorable conditions which can occasionally be hot, noisy and wet
Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and offer assistance with guest problems such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and other general dissatisfactions
Must lift objects weighing up to 100 lbs. to waist height, work in extreme hot, cold and wet conditions; grasp and manipulate tools and materials, and have excellent finger dexterity
Detailed record keeping in English is required for logs and inspection sheets
Company
Eaton DC
EVOLUTION OF HOSPITALITY.
Founded in 2018Washington, District of Columbia, US
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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