Company Description
Recognized as the #1 Best Canadian Hotel in Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards, Fairmont Empress is located in Victoria, BC, overlooking the city’s sparkling Inner Harbour. A Forbes recommended and MICHELIN key hotel that offers 431 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, Fairmont Spa with signature West Coast experiences, and Q at the Empress featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine, an award-winning wine list, and regionally focused cocktail culture. World-famous Tea at the Empress is served in the Lobby Lounge with stunning harbour views.
The magnificent property completed a $60+ million restoration in 2017 that celebrated its proud history while moving the hotel into a new era of modern luxury and transforming the iconic property into a must-visit destination. In 2023, the property introduced a revamped Fairmont Gold Experience, including a major renovation to the Fairmont Gold floor. 88 Fairmont Gold rooms and a newly renovated lounge are ready to accommodate guests. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada’s Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia’s stunning natural and expansive beauty. Historic Hotels Worldwide recognizes the property’s prestigious grounds as the Top 25 Most Magnificent Gardens in the World.
Job Description

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS INCLUDE:

• A 4th Class Power Engineer Certification OR a Red Seal Trade Certification in one or more of the following trades: Appliance Service Technician; Carpenter; Electrician; Industrial Mechanic (Millwright); Instrumentation & Control Technician; Plumber; Refrigeration/HVAC Mechanic.
• A minimum of one-year plant experience (in the last five years) working with tools and/or mechanical equipment.
• Proven history of working well and problem solving with minimal supervision.
• High level of responsibility and commitment.
• Team player with proven success in relationship building.
• Commitment to provide excellent service and exceed guests’ expectations.
• Completely fluent English language skills; both written and verbal.
• Clear, precise, professional and helpful telephone manner.
• Excellent organizational skills impeccable grooming and presentation.
• Fluency in a second language would be considered an asset.
  Additional Information

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Operation and maintenance of core building systems, including plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment, and building automation systems.
• Responding to all guest and colleague maintenance issues in a timely fashion
• Assisting other Maintenance colleagues as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned

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