Preventive Maintenance Technician / Painter

posted January 28, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans

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Compensation: $16.00 to $16.75 per hour

Job Type
Full-time

Description

Reports To
Asst Chief Engineer, Chief Engineer
Supervises
N/A

Home of the iconic DoubleTree cookie, the DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans is located in the heart of downtown New Orleans and only a short walk from the French Quarter, Harrah’s Casino, Aquarium of the American and the Riverwalk.Our hotel offers excellent benefits, rewards and opportunities for our team members!

  • Health Insurance: Medical/Dental/Vision and other options effective the 1st day of the month following the date you complete your enrollment, not to exceed 60 days of employment ***available to Full-Time Team Members***
  • Exclusive Team Member savings with Hilton Hotels Travel Program and Dimension Hospitality Room Discounts 
  • Paid Vacation, Flexible/Sick Days and Holiday Pay for Full-Time Team Members (you start accruing on your first day)
  • Retirement Savings (401k)
  • Complimentary employee lunch and 50% discount in our F&B outlets including our in-house PJ's Coffee
  • Tuition Reimbursement with Dimension Hospitality
  • Year-round Team Member Recognition Events and Initiatives
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Purpose
Responsible for completing preventative maintenance tasks throughout the hotel. 
Job Responsibilities
  1. Perform preventive maintenance in guestrooms, following task checklists provided by the property.
  2. Perform preventive maintenance on building equipment. Including but not limited to guestrooms, corridors, meeting space, restrooms, public space and building exterior.
  3. Perform routine painting of building interior including guest rooms, hallways, offices, meeting space etc.
  4. Perform routine maintenance on HVAC equipment. Clean coils, replace drive belts and air filters.
  5. Perform routine maintenance on kitchen equipment, refrigerators, ovens, fryers and ice machines.
  6. Perform routine maintenance on commercial laundry equipment.
  7. Respond to guest calls and work orders.
  8. Perform other duties as assigned. 
Job Skills
  1. Strong ability to paint, wallpaper and make cosmetic repairs. Must have skills in wood working, doors, lock, light fixtures, hardware, flooring and ceilings. 
  2. Fundamental understanding and ability to work with electrical devices such as outlets and switches
  3. Fundamental understanding and ability to work on plumbing fixtures, toilets, showers and piping. 
  4. Fundamental understanding of building systems. HVAC and life safety equipment. 
  5. Ability to use basic hand and power tools properly and safely. 

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when business need dictates.

Requirements

Job Qualifications
Education
HS Diploma or equivalent, schooling in a trade school is helpful 
Experience
At least 2 years of previous preventative maintenance experience preferred. 
Licenses/Certifications
Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry certification or license is helpful 

Physical Requirements and working conditions:   

Ability to speak and hear. Close and distance vision. Frequently lifts/carries over 50 lbs. Continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

Salary Description
$16.00 to $16.75 per hour
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans

367 Room Hotel

Downtown delights at the foot of Canal Street

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans is located at the base of historic Canal Street, across Harrah's casino, in the heart of New Orleans. We’re opposite the French Quarter and on the edge of the bustling Central Business District. This area includes the famous Bourbon Street, Jackson Square, and Royal Street. You’ll be near gastro-pubs, craft cocktail hot spots, and music venues. The New Orleans Convention Center, Audubon Aquarium, and Mercedes-Benz Superdome are just a few short blocks away.

Guest rooms feature modern decor and amenities like mini-refrigerators. Features also include a large work desk, WiFi, and our signature warm DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie. Enjoy a guaranteed one-of a-kind view with each room overlooking the Crescent City’s best downtown destinations, attractions, or the mighty Mississippi River.

Experience culinary excellence and dining options onsite. Enjoy a cup of coffee and complimentary WiFi in PJ's Coffee of New Orleans. Visit WoW Café, offering all-day dining and New Orleans favorites. Pop in to the 24/7 market stocked with snacks, beer, wine, and refreshments.

Host an event in 16,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, with stunning views of downtown and the Mississippi River. The International Ballroom is the perfect New Orleans wedding venue.