Maintenance Officer at Hotel Capitol

Job Summary 

• The Maintenance Personnel is responsible for ensuring all hotel facilities, equipment, and systems are functioning safely and efficiently.
• The role involves routine inspections, timely repairs, and proper maintenance of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and general infrastructure to maintain a comfortable and safe environment for guests and staff.

Key Responsibilities
Routine Maintenance & Repairs:

• Carry out daily inspections of hotel facilities, including rooms, hallways, public areas, and back-of-house areas.
• Perform minor electrical repairs (bulb replacement, sockets, switches, wiring checks).
• Handle basic plumbing tasks (unclogging drains, fixing leaks, replacing taps).
• Maintain and repair mechanical systems such as AC units, fans, heaters, and ventilation.
• Address carpentry tasks (door hinges, locks, furniture repair, shelving).

Preventive Maintenance:

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance on all equipment and machinery.
• Monitor performance of generators, water pumps, boilers, AC units, and other critical systems.
• Keep detailed records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

Emergency Response:

• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance calls from guests or departments.
• Diagnose faults quickly and provide immediate temporary or permanent solutions.
• Support with emergency situations such as power outages, water issues, or safety hazards.

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all equipment is operating within safety standards.
• Adhere to hotel safety policies and electrical/mechanical regulations.
• Identify and report safety risks, hazards, or potential maintenance issues.

Coordination & Reporting:

• Work closely with the Front Desk, Housekeeping, and Management to address maintenance needs.
• Update the maintenance logbook and report completed tasks daily.
• Recommend replacements, upgrades, or procurement of materials and tools.

Qualifications & Skills

• SSCE or Technical Certificate; vocational training in electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work preferred.
• 1 – 3 years of experience in hotel or facility maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be physically fit and able to carry out manual tasks.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and respond to emergency call-outs.
• Attention to detail and commitment to work
• Proximity to work location.