Job Description

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 Canadas 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?

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

What you will be doing:

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

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include:

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

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?
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