Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Brownstown, IN

Description

Located in the heart of Bloomington, Indiana, just minutes from Indiana University, downtown Bloomington, and the area's top attractions, the Hampton Inn Bloomington provides exceptional hospitality and dependable service to business and leisure travelers alike. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, comfortable accommodations, and commitment to guest satisfaction, our hotel is a trusted destination for visitors to Southern Indiana. 

Currently, the Hampton Inn Bloomington is looking for an Assistant Chief Engineer who will play a key role in supporting the operation, maintenance, repair, and safety of the hotel's facilities, equipment, and building systems. This position combines hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, assisting the Chief Engineer in ensuring the hotel remains safe, functional, and well-maintained for guests and team members.

The Assistant Chief Engineer helps coordinate daily maintenance activities, responds to maintenance requests, performs preventative maintenance, and assists in supervising maintenance staff while maintaining the highest standards of guest service, safety, and operational excellence.

This is your opportunity to join TBC Hotels, a forward-thinking and people-focused hospitality company, where relationships, integrity, and service excellence are at the core of everything we do.  If you are a results-oriented maintenance professional who excels at supporting teams, improving building operations, and delivering high standards of service, we invite you to advance your career with us. 

Requirements

What You'll Do:

• Assist in supervising, training, and supporting maintenance technicians and team members.
• Provide guidance and direction to maintenance staff during assigned shifts.
• Assist with task assignments and daily workflow coordination to ensure efficient operations.
• Support onboarding and training of new maintenance associates.
• Serve as a departmental leader in the absence of the Chief Engineer.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment. 
•  Assist in maintaining all hotel systems and equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, kitchen, laundry, and life safety systems.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and corrective repairs throughout the hotel.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and team members.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public spaces, back-of-house areas, and equipment to identify maintenance concerns.
• Troubleshoot and repair building systems and equipment as needed.
• Assist in coordinating repairs, renovations, and special projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, brand standards, and applicable safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Assist in monitoring inventory levels and ordering maintenance supplies as directed.
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors when necessary.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations including power outages, equipment failures, water leaks, and other facility-related issues.
• Support energy conservation initiatives and cost-control efforts.
• Collaborate with all hotel departments to ensure an exceptional guest experience.

What We're Looking For:  

• Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building maintenance systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose maintenance issues effectively.
• Knowledge of hotel safety standards and maintenance best practices.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and respond effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
• Commitment to providing outstanding guest service.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical school training, trade certification, or vocational education preferred.
• 3-5 years of maintenance experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, EPA, or related certifications preferred.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and participate in an on-call rotation as needed.

Over the past 40 years, TBC Hotels has owned, developed, and operated more than 30 hotels throughout the United States. TBC Hotels has a long history of building lasting and meaningful relationships with associates, guests, partners, and the community.

Having the confidence to do the right thing in every transaction, maintaining the values and identity imparted by TBC Hotels, capitalizing on opportunities, and being intentional about our actions are critical to who TBC Hotels is and how we operate.

RELATIONSHIPS, INTEGRITY, LEGACY, ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT, HOSPITALITY

Apply today and join the team!