Preventative Maintenance | Norwalk Residence Inn

Shaner Hotels
United States, Connecticut, Norwalk
45 South Main Street (Show on map)
Jul 22, 2026
Shaner Hotels has an exciting opportunity at our Residence Inn Norwalk located in beautiful downtown Norwalk, Connecticut! This modern 102-room extended-stay hotel offers guests a comfortable and convenient home base in one of the area's most vibrant communities. Ideally situated within walking distance of the trendy SoNo (South Norwalk) district, our guests have easy access to an incredible variety of dining, shopping, entertainment, and local attractions. The Residence Inn Norwalk provides the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and modern amenities for both business and leisure travelers. As a member of the Shaner Hotels team, you'll have the opportunity to create memorable guest experiences while working in a welcoming and dynamic hospitality environment. If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to grow your career, Residence Inn Norwalk is the perfect place to join the Shaner Hotels family. Be part of a team committed to exceptional service, teamwork, and helping associates achieve their career goals. Shaner Hotel Group Shaner Hotels is one of the hospitality industry's leading award-winning hotel owner-operators and management companies. Our growing portfolio includes more than 70 full-service, select-service, extended-stay, and resort properties, representing over 8,000 guest rooms across 14 states and three countries. We proudly partner with many of the world's most recognized hospitality brands, as well as distinctive independent hotels, delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence across every property. Beyond hotel management, Shaner Hotels provides a comprehensive range of hospitality services for investors, hotel owners, and brand partners, including hotel development, design and construction, revenue management, e-commerce, sales and marketing, human resources, accounting, and operational support. Whether you're joining one of our hotels or our corporate team, you'll become part of an organization committed to innovation, professional growth, and delivering outstanding hospitality. At Shaner Hotels, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to build rewarding careers across every area of the hospitality industry. Be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and varied shifts, as required to meet the needs of the Company's business operations. Receive daily work assignments and review priorities and special projects. Schedule and perform work in accordance with preventive maintenance program in rooms, coordinating with the Rooms Division Department. Perform work orders for electrical, plumbing, preventive maintenance, etc. as assigned and in accordance with the preventive maintenance program. Perform general maintenance to guest rooms and public areas. Handle chemicals for designated uses/surfaces, according to hotel requirements. Perform emergency equipment and machinery repair as needed. Maintain the proper use, cleaning, maintenance and storage of all tools. Clean parking lot and garage (if applicable). Exercise safety precautions when working on equipment (use of safety signs, etc.). Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining the general condition of the property with regards to all aspects of basic electrical, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and painting work. Complete maintenance request work orders from all departments on a timely basis. Participate in the preventive maintenance program for all building equipment and rooms. Complete other special projects assigned. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent; college degree or vocational training a plus. Any building trade license/certificate from the state of hotel's operation preferred. Ability to satisfactorily communicate with guests, management, and co-workers to their understanding. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus. Minimum two years' experience as a commercial carpenter, commercial electrician, commercial maintenance, commercial plumber, or plant operations. Basic working knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, plumbing and refrigeration equipment. Working knowledge of repair and maintenance regarding health codes; plumbing codes; plant equipment; electrical codes; architectural codes; structural codes; blue prints and wiring/plumbing schematics; building code improvement; mechanical and electrical/safety systems construction; national/local fire codes; proper chemical handling and disposal; power and hand tools, meters, etc. as it relates to the technical trades; local mechanical codes; OSHA codes and best practices. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to interpret manufacturer's literature for installation, preparation, use and upkeep of various materials and products used throughout the property. Ability to perform assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision. Ability to endure abundant physical movements in carrying out job duties. Ability to enforce hotel's standards, policies and procedures with staff. Ability to trouble shoot and use alternatives in emergency situations. Ability to handle potentially hazardous chemicals. Ability to maintain confidentiality of hotel guests and pertinent hotel information.