General Maintenance Technician
Full Time • Harbor Springs
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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Who We Are
Colonial Inn Resort is a boutique hotel located seconds from downtown Harbor Springs, MI and situated in the exclusive summer community of Wequetonsing, Colonial Inn offers unparalleled service and a unique luxury experience while maintaining our historical charm guests have been appreciating for decades. We are committed to creating a culture that reflects and celebrates elegance; with harmony as our core value, we believe in a positive, enthusiastic, and supportive work environment for all of our employees.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced, full time General Maintenance Technician whose primary responsibilities would include fixing and maintaining plumbing, electrical, HVAC and general building infrastructure, making sure all mechanical areas of the hotel are operating correctly within the preventative and budgetary guidelines set forth by management. The ideal candidate must have a great attitude and excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Preventative Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance on guest rooms, public areas, and equipment (HVAC, boilers, kitchen/laundry equipment) to prevent disruptions.
- Repair & Maintenance: Complete work orders for painting, patching walls, replacing light bulbs, repairing furniture, and fixing plumbing fixtures.
- Guest Service: Respond promptly and courteously to guest requests for repairs in their rooms.
- Property Upkeep: Maintain the exterior of the hotel, including landscaping, lighting, and removal of snow, leaves and/or debris.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to all OSHA safety regulations, maintain Safety Data Sheets, handle chemicals securely, and maintain pool/spa chemical levels.
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Reporting: Notify management of major repairs, monitor inventory of supplies, and keep maintenance logs.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Experience: 1-3 years in maintenance, construction, or technical trades required.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and general repairs.
- Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand/walk for long periods, climb ladders, and work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions.
- Communication: Strong customer service skills to interact with guests and staff.
- Tools: Proficient in using hand and power tools.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
Compensation and Benefits
- $22 to $24 per hour, based on experience
- Paid Time Off
- Education and growth opportunities
- Lodging and dining discounts
Compensation: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
OUR ROOTS
Colonial Inn was founded in 1894 by Colonel Eaton of the Michigan Wolverines Cavalry Division shortly after the Civil American War. Rumor has it that his fortune had its origins in the capture of the Confederacy’s President, Jefferson Davis. After his death in 1904, his widow continued the operation of the hotel despite living during a time when women could not yet even vote. After her death in the 1920s, Papa Tam, a German WW1 Colonel became the proprietor. In 1955, Colonial Inn was purchased by Ford Motor Company’s Vice President, John R. Davis, and Harbor Springs Luminary, Fred Renker. They constructed two additional buildings which stand today as the East and West Plazas. The partners transformed Colonial Inn into a world-class operation by remodeling the hotel and creating an ambiance of old-world charm. Renker managed the hotel until 1968 when it was bought by Ray Brown, a southern transplant from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina.
Ray owned and operated the hotel from 1968-1986. His proprietorship occurred during a time of transition, as the old guests who would typically stay for the entire summer, gave way to a more transitory clientele. With great struggle, as told in the memoir Hotelman, Ray's son, Tim, bought the hotel and began modernizing the property. Over the years, he fought against the trend of old hotels becoming immovable relics. Embracing years of history, Tim believed every owner was part of a sacred and continual process, each building off the progress of their predecessors. It is due to this belief that many of our unique amenities exist today.
Tragically, Tim died in his beloved Beechcraft Barron with his wife and young son in the Great Plains of Montana on September 17, 2016. He is survived by his eldest son and namesake who now owns and operates the resort.
We are nestled in the “Wequetonsing” summer area among white clapboard turn-of-the-century edifices – whimsically called cottages. Town and Country, June 1958 referred to our area as “top drawer” and Town and Country 1985 featured “Weque” as an exclusive summer area where the Colonial Inn offers the only accommodations.
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