Technician - Landscaping & Maintenance - R&M

Job Description 
Position Title: Landscaping/Maintenance Technician 
Reports to: Hotel Manager & Landscaping/Maintenance Manager  
 
Voted #1 Best Resort Hotel in California by Travel & Leisure Magazine, Farmhouse Inn is looking for a full-time Landscaping/Maintenance Technician to become a part of the team for this incomparable luxury boutique hotel of 25 rooms. You will work with an incredible team of passionate owners, experienced managers, and dedicated coworkers. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow in your career and become a part of the ongoing, rich history at a top luxury inn. 
 
Farmhouse Inn offers extensive and competitive benefits (upon meeting eligibility requirements):  

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Benefit Plans 

• 401K Plan with employer match 

• Employee discounts at the Inn, Restaurant, & Spa 

 
Essential Duties: 
The job duties listed below are an overview of the essential duties and measures required to be successful in the position.  Please note that the listed examples do not include all tasks, which may be expected within this job position. 

• - Maintain the grounds and landscaping for the Inn. 

• - Maintains knowledge of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems on the property 

• - Possesses experience to repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems the property - and implements a comprehensive, preventive maintenance program for the property  

• - Performs repairs to materials and equipment, determining if outside contractors/professionals are needed to complete repairs, in a timely and cost effective manner 

• - Organizes, maintains, and keeps storage areas in good order 

• - Is lead on special projects about landscape/horticulture. 

• - Notes and reports conditions relating to plants, trees, and irrigation. Able to assess quality (including the visual appeal) of work done within grounds. 

• - Assists in outlining the irrigation and planting plans for the property. 

• - Maintains in excellent physical and mechanical order areas including but not limited to: restaurant, kitchen, spa, guest rooms, reception, administrative offices, parking areas, pool area, machinery, equipment, and grounds 

• - Promptly reports to the Hotel Manager and corrects any maintenance deficiencies that may have an unsafe or negative effect on guests, visitors, or employees 

• - Coordinates access to guest rooms and timeliness of guest room maintenance with the housekeeping and front desk teams 

• - Maintains accurate records on equipment warranties and maintenance history; maintains files for technical sheets for all equipment on property 

• - Communicates frequently with management team and promotes a service first culture   

• - Coordinates responses to work orders originating from/reports the status of maintenance assignments to the front desk, housekeeping, and management 

• - Repairs and cleans furniture, fixtures, and equipment in guest rooms, public areas, storage, offices, outdoor area etc. 

• - Tactfully and professionally handles special guest situations and resolves maintenance related problems in a timely fashion 

• - Maintains an organized inventory of frequently used replacement items (light bulbs, keys, electrical parts, plumbing parts etc.) 

• - Exercises sound judgement in prioritizing tasks and communication 

 
 
General Requirements: 
 
Education:  

• High School Degree or equivalent 

Qualifications: 

• - Current and unexpired CA Driver’s License to be maintained at all times 

• - Access to a personal vehicle during all working hours for running work related errands (mileage will be reimbursed according to IRS standards) 

• - Strong customer relations and hospitality skills  

• - Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace.  Knowledge of Spanish language is helpful but not required 

• - Excellent attention to detail  

• - Must be safety-minded and have the safety and best interest of Farmhouse Inn guests in mind at all times  

• - Knowledgeable on OSHA regulations, health department rules, fire department regulations, hotel law and the hotel's safety, security and health policies as they apply to hotel operations and all aspects of accommodating guests 

• - Ability to work inter-departmentally, with Restaurant, Kitchen, Spa, Front Desk and other Farmhouse teams 

• - Maintain regular attendance, is consistently on time and complies with Farmhouse Inn standards 

• - Scheduling flexibility to meet operational needs, weekend and holiday availability is required  

 
Pay Range: 
The starting pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00 per hour. This is the pay range for this position that Farmhouse Inn reasonably expects to pay. Decisions regarding individual pay will be based on several factors, such as experience and education. 
 
Physical Requirements: 

• - Pushing & Pulling: average weight 50lbs frequently  

• - Lifting & Carrying: average weight 50lbs frequently 

• - Standing & Walking: constantly 

• - Kneeling & Bending: frequently 

• - Reaching: constantly 

• - Climbing: must be able to safely use ladders, footstools and  

• - Ability to safely and efficiently use common hand tools and power equipment 

• - Able to work in a standing position for prolonged periods of time (up to 5 hours)