Engineering Trainee

JOB SUMMARY

Maintains the guest rooms, public space and back of the house areas in good repair by performing various tasks related to a variety of trades including but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, air conditioning, painting, wall covering and masonry to ensure an attractive and well-maintained hotel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Average Percent of Time

35 % Inspects guestrooms, public space and back of the house for areas to repair, touch up or replace.

35 % Repairs, or replace items such as light bulbs, lamps, switches, outlets, faucets, toilets, hardware, filters, paint, furniture, wall coverings, caulking, grouting or other miscellaneous items.

15 % Assists other department team members in the systematic application of the preventive maintenance program.

10 % Makes records of repairs made, or areas needing further attention.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Maintains inventory of supplies needed to perform job function.
• Reports major repairs and items that cannot be repaired to the dispatcher for further action and if necessary, place a room out of order.
• Due to the nature of the business the individual may be required to do other duties and special projects as assigned by the supervisor, such as water proofing, shop clean up and labeling of hazardous materials.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequency Key: Never – 0 hours; Rare – up to 1 hour; Occasional – 1-3 hours; Frequent – 3-6 hours; Constant – 6-8 hours

Physical Activity Frequency:

• Sitting Occasional
• Walking Constant
• Climbing stairs Frequent
• Standing Occasional
• Crouching/Bending/Stooping Frequent
• Reaching Frequent
• Grasping Frequent
• Pushing/Pulling Frequent
• Near Vision Constant
• Far Vision Constant
• Hearing Constant
• Talking Frequent
• Smell Frequent
• Taste Rare
• Lifting/Carrying(# lbs) Occasional – 50+ lbs.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

OSHA laws require the use of the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety:

• Apron
• Chemical Gloves
• Dust Mask
• Ear Protection
• Electrical Gloves
• Electrical Test Equipment
• Equipment Guards
• Face Shield
• Fire Extinguisher
• Fuse Pullers
• Goggles
• Hard Hat
• Leather Gloves
• Respirator
• Rubber Boots
• Safety Lockout
• Safety Glasses
• Safety Watch
• Steel toe Shoes
• Welding Goggles
• Welding Shield

Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE. The hotel provides the required PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager.

AVAILABILITY

This company operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day. At times it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed work day, to include Holidays, or time of work if business or task assignments demand. In addition, it should be understood that business needs determines the amount of hours that you work.

In accordance with Illinois law, compensation for this position is established by the collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 399.

Pay Rate:
$18.25 per hour (based on classification)

All employees in this classification are paid in accordance with the negotiated wage scale under the collective bargaining agreement, which includes scheduled increases over the term of the agreement.

Overtime and premium pay are provided in accordance with the agreement, including:

• Time and one-half for hours worked over 8 in a day or 40 in a week
• Premium pay for consecutive days worked and holidays

Benefits

Employees are eligible for benefits provided under the IUOE Local 399 collective bargaining agreement, including:

Health & Welfare

• Medical coverage through the Local 399 Health & Welfare Fund
• Employer contributions provided on a monthly basis
• Coverage begins on the first of the month following hire

Retirement

• Employer-paid contributions to the IUOE Central Pension Fund
• Contributions begin at the start of employment

Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays (including major recognized holidays)
• Paid Personal Time: 40 hours annually, with carryover provisions
• Vacation:
  • 2 weeks after 1 year
  • 3 weeks after 7 years
  • 4 weeks after 15 years
  • 5 weeks after 20 years

Additional Benefits

• Employer contributions to training and education fund
• Optional participation in 401(k) plan (no employer match)

Additional Information

• This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 399
• Union membership is required in accordance with the agreement
• Wages, scheduling, overtime, and working conditions are governed by the collective bargaining agreement