Company Description

Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that works brings purpose to your life so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities. by joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/ We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Employee Benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide. Learning programs through our Academies. Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities like Planet 21. Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

The Special Projects Engineer is expected to work on unique or complex Engineering projects that require specialized knowledge and skills as assigned by the Director of Engineering. Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Fairmont Standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include adhering to the proper dress code and wearing name tag while working. Comply at all times with Fairmont standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Make repairs to air conditioners – change filters, clean coils, replace blower motors, etc. Successfully complete projects as assigned by management, including but not limited to: Collecting readings and water samples Test tower water and record data. Perform furniture repairs Respond to room maintenance calls Perform plumbing repairs – open clogged drains, change FET washers, stems seats, cartridges, handles, drain fittings, etc. Replace lavatories and toilets Repair and finish sheetrock. Repair kitchen equipment. Qualifications

Trade school or college course work in related field helpful. At least one year of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field required. High school diploma preferred. Previous supervisory responsibility preferred. Long hours sometimes may be required. Very Heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly. Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately. Must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations. Must be effective at handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary Training in a trade helpful:  carpentry, HVAC, etc. Good plumbing skills required. Tools and Equipment include Hand and power tools Electrical test equipment Refrigeration equipment Plumbing equipment Welding equipment Pipe cutting equipment Telephone Office equipment Calculator Computerized monitoring systems

Additional Information

A team devoted to service and accuracy as they work with team members from other departments in an environment where learning and growth are continual.