Carpenter, Pre-Opening

Job Number ‎22137749
Job Category Engineering & Facilities
Location Kuwait City - Marriott Executive Apartments, Abdel Moneim Ryadh
Street, Kuwait City, Kuwait, Kuwait VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Non-Management

POSITION SUMMARY

Respond and attend to guest repair requests. Communicate with guests/customers
to resolve maintenance issues with little to no supervision. Perform
preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning and
lubrication. Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines. Carry equipment
(e.g., tools, radio). Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for
equipment and shut-offs for buildings. Maintain maintenance inventory and
requisition parts and supplies as needed. Assure each day's activities and
problems that occur are communicated to the other shifts using approved
communication programs and standards. Display proficiency in any one of the
following categories, above average skills in two more of the following
categories and basic skills in the remaining categories: air conditioning and
refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems
and controls, carpentry and finish skills, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy
conservation, and/or general building management. Display solid knowledge and
skill in the safe use of hand and power tools and other materials required to
perform repair and maintenance tasks. Display basic ability to repair or
replace PVC copper pipe (including soldering). Troubleshoot and perform basic
repair on all types of equipment (e.g., pump and motor replacement), plumbing
(e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical equipment including
lamps, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices,
replace electrical switches and outlets, and other guestroom items. Program
TV's and perform general housekeeping and engineering-related duties. Assist
with surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair,
light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of
the painting or repair area. Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing
any maintenance work. Display working knowledge of all engineering computer
programs related to preventative maintenance, energy management, and other
systems, including devices that interact with such programs. Perform mid-level
troubleshooting of hotel Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
Display the ability to train and mentor other engineers (e.g., Engineer I).
Display ability to perform Engineer on Duty responsibilities, including
readings and rounds.

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report any
maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries; complete safety
training and certifications; and properly store flammable materials. Ensure
uniform and personal appearances are clean and professional, maintain
confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate
and address guests' service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and
thank guests with genuine appreciation. Adhere to quality expectations and
standards. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others,
support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to
the concerns of other employees. Speak with others using clear and
professional language. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects
weighing less than or equal to ‎50 pounds without assistance and heavier
lifting or movement tasks with assistance. Move up and down stairs, service
ramps, and/or ladders. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending,
twisting, pulling, and stooping. Enter and locate work-related information
using computers. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring
a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are
committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and
veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
The world is a big place and Marriott Executive Apartments offers corporate
apartments in the biggest and best cities for business travel across Europe,
Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Join the Marriott Executive
Apartments team and help our guests adapt to a new locale and feel comfortable
and cared for while living away from home.