Engineer

THE LODGE AT GULF STATE PARK

Nestled within the pristine beauty of Gulf State Park, The Lodge at Gulf State Park, a Hilton Hotel, offers an unparalleled coastal retreat on the shores of Alabama's stunning Gulf Coast. Embracing a sustainable ethos, this eco-friendly oasis seamlessly blends modern luxury with environmental stewardship, providing guests with a unique and unforgettable experience. With direct access to miles of white sandy beaches, lush coastal trails, and diverse ecosystems, guests can immerse themselves in nature's splendor while enjoying world-class amenities and hospitality.

The Lodge features 350 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, each thoughtfully designed to reflect the coastal charm and tranquility of the surrounding landscape.. Indulge in exquisite culinary offerings at the hotel's signature restaurant, showcasing locally sourced ingredients and Gulf Coast flavors, or unwind with a refreshing drink at the beachfront bar. With an array of outdoor activities, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and biking, as well as a sparkling swimming pool and fitness center, The Lodge at Gulf State Park offers an escape for travelers seeking serenity and adventure along Alabama's enchanting coastline. The Lodge also offers 40,000 square feet of event space.

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love of the beach and Gulf Shores, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk!  Click here to learn more about what makes the Lodge at Gulf State Park a one-of-a-kind experience on the gulf coast.

THE ROLE

POSITION PROFILE

Respond to all engineering service calls, giving priority to guest requests, and maintain hotel equipment in an efficient, safe, accident-free manner. Ensure a safe, resourceful, and well-maintained hotel environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES

•  Respond to and handle guest requests in a courteous, efficient, safe manner.
• Perform preventive maintenance and necessary repairs on all hotel equipment, including kitchen, laundry, boiler, plumbing, pool, HVAC, electrical and guest rooms.
• Take water samples of boiler, loop, and cooling tower systems and treat the water to maintain predetermined levels of chemical concentration.
• Operate various equipment; maintain the domestic hot and cold-water systems and monitor various electrical switch gears to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain the cleanliness and general maintenance duties in the engineering spaces as well as other assigned daily operations.
• Make rounds of the hotel property to ensure everything is in working order.
• Complete maintenance requests, take equipment and meter readings, and maintain log to notify the next shift.
• Respond to all emergency situations including fire alarms, bomb threats, disasters and power failures; notify the appropriate authorities.
• Handle operation of the boiler and chiller and maintaining temperatures throughout the building.
• Assist with maintenance of parking lot and snow removal as needed.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Education:  High school diploma or equivalent trade school, special courses in building maintenance and     construction.

Experience:  Two years prior experience in building maintenance and construction.

Skills and Abilities:  Ability to maintain and repair HVAC, electrical, plumbing equipment and perform carpentry, repair work, construction and renovation work. Communicate information and hotel services to management, staff and guests.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS -Lift/Push/Pull/Carry - up to 50 -75 plus lbs. supplies, equipment and machinery.

Bending/Kneeling: Bending - required to perform inspections and repairs frequently throughout shift. Kneeling- required to perform inspections and repairs frequently throughout shift.

Mobility: Continuous movement throughout hotel required to respond quickly to emergency.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Be a part of something bigger. Join a family. Become a Hotelitarian! We’re hotel people -Hotelitarians- a team of curious, courageous thinkers and doers dedicated to helping one another thrive. At Valor, our relationships with our guests are emotional and our relationships with our Hotelitarians are cultural. At Valor, we are Reimagining Hospitality with PRIDE, by being Passionate, Real, Inspiring, Dynamic and Excellent. Since 2012, Valor has reimagined hospitality, with our feet on the ground, our sleeves rolled up and our eyes on the details. People are at the heart of what we do. And not just any people; people who value and believe that they can make an impact regardless of how tall the task. We are obsessive about hospitality, we take accountability and initiative, we value one another, we listen and we make bold & ambitious decisions. Does this sound like you? Join our growing, global team and learn what it means to be part of Valor!

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary

• Daily Pay!

• Team Member Hotel Discount Program

• Uniforms Provided for most positions

• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options

• Paid PTO

• 401k with employer match

• Food and Beverage Discounts

• Tuition Reimbursement

Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.