Carlson is one of the world's leading hotel companies with more than 1,000 hotels operating in 77 countries. We have great ambitions for our hotel business. We want to become known for our innovative and vibrant spirit reflected in the quality of our segment-leading brands around the world. We aspire to be the number one hospitality company to work for and to invest with. Our Ambition 2015 strategy entails growing our hotel portfolio by at least 50 percent to reach over 1,500 hotels in operation by 2015.
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Job Title: 
Painter/Carpenter - Country Inns & Suites New Orleans
Location: 
Louisiana-New Orleans
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City: 
New Orleans
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Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in the United States will not be considered.
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No
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The Country Inn & Suites in New Orleans is seeking a full time Painter/Carpenter to maintain hotel's customer and heart of the house areas in accordance with Country Inn & Suites standards.
Job Duties:
* Maintains overall appearance of rooms and public areas in optimal condition.
* Painting, touch-up painting, carpentry and sheetrock/wallpaper maintenance.
* Maintains the condition of the hotel lobby, café and lounge.
* Works with maintenance/engineers and all other departments as needed on all maintenance issues.
* Cleans and maintains engineering and storage areas.
* Follows all safety procedure and policies of the hotel.
* Report any hazards or injuries in the department or hotel and takes immediate action to correct.
* Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility and used teamwork when providing guest service and experience.
* Listens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution and follows through when resolving guest problems.
* Provides genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis.
* Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to what remedies are appropriate.
* Performs other duties required to provide the service brand behavior and genuine hospitality. Job Requirements: MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK MORNINGS AND/OR EVENINGS (HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL EVENTS AS WELL)
* Ideal candidate must have a minimum of 1 to 2 years of painting/carpentry experience.
* Hotel experience preferred but not mandatory.
* Works well independently or as part of a team.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude when handling all situations.
* Adhere to the policies and procedures of the hotel.
* Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, overnight, holidays and weekends.
* Ability to read, write, and speak English
* Spanish as a second language a plus, but not mandatory
Physical Demands:
* Ability to stand, bend, and stoop for entire shift.
* Ability to lift over 50 pounds.
* Ability to climb ladders.
* Ability to work outside and in all weather conditions EOE, M/F/D/V

Requirements: MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK MORNINGS AND/OR EVENINGS (HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL EVENTS AS WELL)
* Ideal candidate must have a minimum of 1 to 2 years of painting/carpentry experience.
* Hotel experience preferred but not mandatory.
* Works well independently or as part of a team.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude when handling all situations.
* Adhere to the policies and procedures of the hotel.
* Ability to work a flexible s