Hotel Maintenance Helper, Qavartarvik Customer Lodge, ($21.78/HR+ DOE & Benefits - Bethel, AK)

Job Description

This position performs those tasks needed for maintenance and improvement of commercial properties. Working under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Technician, or Lead Technician, the employee performs work involving the use of tools such as saws, drills, pressure washers, paint sprayers and other maintenance equipment needed to undertake common tasks involved in routine maintenance and improvement projects. This position will support maintenance and facilities repairs at the Qavartarvik Customer Lodge in Bethel, AK.

This is a non-rotational position. Seeking to hire local Bethel residents.

Responsibilities

• Makes repairs and alterations to drywall, wainscoting and FRP.
• Paints large and small spaces with roller, brush and paint sprayer.
• Repairs and replaces carpet, carpet tile and vinyl flooring.
• Repairs and replaces doors and windows.
• Operates pressure washers in interior and exterior spaces.
• Operate diesel generator and space heating equipment for bed bug eradication.
• Cargo pick-up runs and staff shuttling to and from the airport.
• Repairs and replaces locks and exit hardware.
• Repairs merchandise and mobility assistance carts.
• Assist’s lead technician in other building maintenance related duties as assigned.
• Inventories tools, bench stock and supplies.
• Loads and unload supplies both manually and with the use of equipment.
• Cleans work areas daily.
• Follow all company safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned that are pertinent to the unit’s success.
• Position may involve working evening or weekend work on an as needed basis and can change short notice to meet client requests.
• May be required to respond during off duty hours.

Qualifications

• Some prior work experience that involved general labor in and/or around facility maintenance skilled trades, i.e., Carpentry, Locksmith, Electrical, Plumbing etc.
• A valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS’ vehicle insurance policy.
• Safety is a priority for employment with NMS. Employee must be able to complete work while following safe operating procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Contract requires candidate to get a flu shot pre-hire and annually thereafter.
• Some type of prior training, work experience, or demonstrable skills which indicate a suitability for this type of work.

Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of safe, efficient mechanical operation of motorized equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of basic maintenance tools.
• Knowledge of methods and materials used in maintenance and improvement work.
• Working knowledge of and ability to use hand and power tools and equipment.
• Physical strength, stamina and agility.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor (Occasional exposure to harsh weather conditions); requires work to be done both inside and outside.

Noise level: Moderate to Loud

Description of environment: Hotel

Physical requirements:  Employee is required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle or feel, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk/hear, see, taste/smell, and carry weight/lift.

Travel: None

Competencies

NMS Core Values

Safety guides our behavior.

Honesty and integrity govern our activities.

Commitments made will be fulfilled.

All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.

The environment will be protected and sustained.