Shift Engineer - Full Time

Company Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at Fairmont Pacific Rim. Be a part of a progressive hotel that embraces the culture and vibrancy of Canada’s most beautiful city - Vancouver. Distinctly West Coast, the hotel delivers unique experiences through creativity, artistry, and elevated hospitality, while remaining at the forefront of elevating the art, music and fashion programming in the city.

Why work for Fairmont Pacific Rim?

• Complimentary meal through our Colleague Dining Program
• Complimentary hotel stay for newly hired employees with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program
• A competitive rate of $34 per hour
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Company-matched pension plan and ability to enroll in the Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan for those meeting eligibility requirements
• Extensive benefits package including health, paramedical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance for those meeting eligibility requirements
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
• Travel reimbursement program for a TransLink monthly pass

What You Will Be Doing

• Complete maintenance requests, take equipment and meter readings and maintain log to notify the next shift
• Document all parts used and parts needed to be purchased
• Preventative maintenance, operation and servicing of the physical plant (mechanical facilities) and the property
• Respond to all emergency situations including fire alarms, bomb threats, disasters and power failures; notify the appropriate authorities
• Be the front-line person that responds to maintenance/service calls in guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house
• Ensure that all mechanical rooms exceed cleanliness standards while complying with WorkSafe BC requirements
• Performing testing of water samples to monitor pool water chemistry and making adjustments to maintain the quality standards
• Be Health & Safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining a safe work environment
• Report any unsafe conditions to the Engineering Leadership team
• Reporting to the Chief Engineer, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
• Ensured smooth functioning of the pool cleanliness system and safety measures
• Actively participate in the Fairmont Pacific Rim’s environmental program and department specific initiatives in working towards sustainable operation

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

• Must be physically fit
• Other trade certificate(s) would be an asset
• Must be a self-starter and motivator
• HVAC (Heating/Ventilation and Air Conditioning) background is an asset
• Must have an eye for detail and a passion for guest service.
• Prior hospitality experience an asset
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills
• Must have good computer skills
• Willingness to work weekends, rotating shifts other than overnight, extended hours and available for emergencies.
• Must be available to work overnights.
• Must be team oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience as pool operator would be an asset
• Pool water chemistry knowledge is required
• Must have exemplary customer service skills
• Pool course certified would be an asset

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

• Working with a diverse and talented team of passionate individuals, in a luxury hotel environment.
• Rewarding and fast paced work, with an emphasis on providing exemplary service and quality for both our colleagues and guests.

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

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 work 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/

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