General Maintenance Worker

XVI Boutique Hotel in Malta is currently looking to recruit a General Maintenance Worker to join their team on a full-time basis.

Job Role:
The chosen candidate will be asked to perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, pool maintenance and other building systems within a hotel, restaurant and throughout our outlets. 

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inspect and identify equipment or machines in need of repair
• Perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, repairing doors, lights, fridges, plugs, fuses or other building fixtures
• Inspect pool equipment, such as pumps and filters, and report any issues to the Manager or Supervisor
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as backwashing filters and cleaning skimmer baskets
• Perform routine maintenance, corrective and preventative maintenance and regular tests on building equipment and facilities
• Perform minor repairs and/or replacements of room furniture, fixtures, and equipment including television sets, light fixtures, etc;
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of the hotel’s exterior areas, including the swimming pool and all other aspects of the hotel’s overall landscape
• Request to order supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance
• Operate and perform periodical checks on the maintenance equipment, water pressure, generator set etc
• Create a periodic maintenance schedule and also design preventive maintenance programs for the property
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Manager. 

Requirements:

• Must be fluent in English
• Must have a Diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience in a similar role is required
• Must have strong organizational skills, problem-solving skills, good time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have attention to detail and be proactive, responsible and reliable
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Experience and knowledge in plumbing, air-conditioning servicing and troubleshooting, wiring & electrical, pool maintenance, carpentry and/or other general repair skills
• Experience using hand and electrical tools.