Artisan (AC Technician) – Al Maha a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa Dubai

We’re looking for talented and dedicated individuals to join our team, and in return, we offer you the following:

• A career with limitless horizons, from the golden dunes of Al Maha to over 8,000 Marriott hotels worldwide, where new opportunities await.
• Professional growth and mentorship guided by some of the region’s most accomplished hoteliers.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including on-property accommodation and full-board meals.
• Exclusive Marriott privileges, discounted stays and dining, plus special rates for friends and family.
• Comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage.
• All the tools, resources, and support you need to excel every day.

OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:

The following are specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Inspect, repair, and maintain HVAC, equipment (e.g., air condition unis, exhaust fans, fridge, cold rooms, undercounts, ice machines) replacing air filters, and cleaning coils, deep cleaning of the ice cube machines.
• Handling of the shift duty assign by shift supervisor.
• Repairing electrical appliances of the property.   
• Ensure all the electrical panel’s safety device are working properly and service to be done has per schedule. Performs all the duties of an HVAC technician.
• Performs repairs for the heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems in the resort facilities.
• Respond and attend to guest complaints & repair requests. 
• Communicate with guests or staff to resolve any HVAC maintenance issues.
• Makes periodic rounds to all area to support equipment and maintains operating log of conditions observed.
• Responsible for maintaining records of work done, time records and P/M records through the ( preventive maintenance recording transcendent system)
• Update the work order log book and inform the Engineering supervisor on duty the status of work done.
• Reads blue prints, works from manufacturer’s operating manuals or applies knowledge of equipment to devise appropriate repairs.
• Knowledgeable in methods to do advance troubleshooting of refrigerant system, control system and skilled in reclaiming refrigerant, insuring proper regulatory paperwork on same.
• Knowledgeable in sheet metal, AC duct fabrication and assembly.  
• Working Knowledge of various Building Automation Systems (BAS)
• Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment and all utility shut-offs for buildings.
• May participate in energy use studies, (energy savings program) comparison, etc. as requested by the Chief engineer.
• Use the Lockout / Tag-out system before performing any maintenance work. 
• Display basic computer skills including inputting air handler schedules and making temperature changes.
• Test, troubleshoot and perform basic repair on all types of equipment when required.
• When required perform basic repairs and troubleshooting like plumbing, electrical components, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and bulbs, and other guest room items. 
• Plans, recommends, and carries out an approved program on scheduled maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance for all HVAC units and refrigerators Carry out as per scheduled and to be updated transcendent system daily basis.
• Recharges a variety of air conditioning and refrigeration systems by selecting the appropriate refrigerant, 
• Maintain maintenance inventory and requisition parts and supplies as needed. Follow up with duty supervisor; keep records of usage of the refrigerant. 
• Responsible for implementation of energy conservation techniques on HVAC systems.
• Enter and locate work-related information using computers.
• Communicate each day’s activities and problems that occur to the other shifts using approved hotels communication programs and standards. 
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.
• Ensure refrigeration usage monitor and record and update shift supervisor or technical foreman.
• Make sure attending dune function and picnic setup as request. 
• Maintain engineering area is safe, kept clean and in an orderly manner. Keep close coordination with other engineering staff for smooth operation. 
• Assist in energy conservation program, follow up with banquet staff to save electricity and air conditioning when meetings are over. 
• Comply with hotel and corporate LSOP’s and SOP’s. 
• To attend all safety and fire training and adhere to safety instructions at work to prevent any accidents. 
• Document all work performed and any spares used.
• Serve as an active member of hotel emergency response team. 
• Carry out any requests asked of you by your immediate supervisor.
• To ensure that you maintain a high level of hospitality and guest concern. Practice at all times “Empowerment” and do whatever it takes to satisfy the guest. 
• Accident prevention and safety to be aware of all existing departmental job safety analysis and to strive to work in an accident free manner and to create a safe working environment for himself and for others. 
• Maintain high standard of GSS and Brand standard for guest rooms and related areas.  
• To carry out other job assignments given by shift supervisor or designate, as business demands. ( Guest room checking and assigned area checking and update the checklist)