Maintenance Handyman / General Operations Technician

Job Purpose

To carry out day-to-day maintenance, repair and general upkeep of the hotel, including minor carpentry, plumbing, lighting and electrical works, basic painting, fixture repairs, and general cleaning support when required.

Key Responsibilities

Area

Duties

General Maintenance

Inspect and maintain guest rooms, common areas, lobby, café, toilets and back-of-house areas.

Carpentry

Carry out minor carpentry work such as repairing doors, cabinets, shelves, furniture, locks, hinges and fittings.

Lighting / Electrical

Replace lights, switches, sockets, bulbs and fittings, and troubleshoot simple electrical faults within permitted scope.

Plumbing

Repair leaking taps, clogged sinks, toilets, drainage issues, loose fittings and other minor plumbing problems.

Painting & Touch-Up

Perform wall touch-ups, patching, minor repainting, sealant work and basic cosmetic repairs.

Furniture & Fixtures

Assemble, move, repair and maintain furniture, signage, shelves and hotel equipment.

Preventive Maintenance

Conduct routine inspections and identify defects before they become major problems.

Guest Room Repairs

Attend promptly to guest-reported maintenance issues such as lights, water, locks, doors, air-conditioning related checks and furniture defects.

General Cleaning Support

Assist with cleaning of maintenance areas, common spaces, outdoor areas, storerooms or other areas when operationally required.

Safety & Reporting

Report major electrical, plumbing, structural or specialist repairs that require licensed contractors.

Inventory

Keep track of tools, spare parts, bulbs, fittings, sealants, screws and basic maintenance supplies.

Role Expectations

The employee should be willing to perform a combination of:

• Maintenance and repair work
• Minor carpentry
• Minor plumbing
• Lighting and simple electrical replacement
• Painting and touch-up work
• Furniture assembly and repairs
• General cleaning
• Moving equipment or furniture
• Property inspections
• Supporting housekeeping or operations where necessary