Hotel Electrician / MEP Maintenance Engineer

About the role

W Hotels is hiring an electrician for its property in West Bay, Doha, Qatar. The role covers guest repair requests, preventive maintenance and mid-level troubleshooting of hotel MEP systems, with the ability to train and mentor other engineers and act as Engineer on Duty.

Key responsibilities

• Respond to guest repair requests and resolve maintenance issues with little to no supervision
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and lubrication, and visually inspect them
• Carry equipment, identify and operate shut-off valves, and maintain maintenance inventory
• Troubleshoot and repair pumps, motors, plumbing fixtures, electrical equipment, lamps, switches and outlets, and other guestroom items
• Program TVs, assist with surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, and clean up work areas
• Use the Lockout/Tagout system and follow safety and security policies
• Work with engineering computer programs for preventative maintenance and energy management, and perform Engineer on Duty rounds
• Welcome guests, respect quality standards and support the team

Required profile

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and vocational or technical background preferred
• At least 2 years of hotel engineering/maintenance experience preferred
• Valid driver's license
• No supervisory experience required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and climb stairs, ramps and ladders

Required skills

• Proficiency in one category and above-average skills in two more of: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems, carpentry, kitchen equipment, energy conservation and building management
• Solid knowledge of safe use of hand and power tools and basic repair of PVC copper pipe (soldering)
• Mid-level troubleshooting of hotel MEP systems
• Ability to train and mentor other engineers
• CFC certification and compliance with applicable state and federal certification/licensing requirements