Assistant Hotel Maintenance Engineer

McKibbon Hospitality
Destin, Okaloosa County, FL

As a member of the property maintenance team, the Assistant Maintenance Engineer is accountable for ensuring the proper operation of the hotel. From plumbing and electrical systems to HVAC and pool maintenance, you assist with general facility upkeep. Reporting to the General Manager and Chief Engineer, you are expected to deliver high-quality work that minimizes disruption to guests. You bring experience in construction trades, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, basic heating and air conditioning, swimming pool maintenance, painting, caulking, and related skills. Your role is to

maintain a safe, well-kept property for both your team and guests while upholding McKibbon's Guiding Principles.

A Day in the Life:

  • Work independently and monitor the operations and functions of the interior and exterior areas of the property.

  • Follow the guidelines established by McKibbon Hospitality in a manner that offers continued protection of the company’s assets, associates, and guests.

  • Promote enhanced guest satisfaction.

  • Perform various engineering skills and construction trades.

  • Follow all safety protocols when using tools and equipment, and ensure they are stored in their designated areas in an organized and tidy manner.

  • As needed, train others in engineering skills and construction trades.

  • Point of contact for maintenance concerns in the absence of the Chief Maintenance Engineer.

  • Interact with employees and guests and utilize proficient communication skills when communicating in any form.

  • Help promote a collaborative, proactive, and interactive environment with other associates in the hotel.

  • Embrace the McKibbon Guiding Principles: Think Bigger, Love Your Community, Do the Right Thing, Support Each Other, Make a Lasting Impression.

Requirements:

  • 3 years’ minimum experience in a maintenance-type position, preferably in a hotel or apartment environment.

  • Ability to communicate operational activities, priorities, and problems with management engineers and supervisors.

  • Knowledge of common causes of equipment malfunction.

  • Willingness and ability to be the point of contact for maintenance concerns in the absence of the Chief Maintenance Engineer.

  • Repair and replace basic heating and air conditioner systems.

  • Perform basic painting and caulking skills.

  • Ability to use standard hand tools (wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, hammers, electricity measurements, etc.).

  • Knowledge of preventative maintenance methods and techniques for maintaining equipment.

  • The ability to perform tests to check for normal operation of the hotel’s equipment.

  • Knowledge of how to test pool and spa chemicals.

  • Knowledge of how to handle fire equipment (hand-held extinguishers, fire hoses, etc.).

  • Experienced expertise in the construction trades (highly desired).

  • Previous hotel experience (highly desired).

  • Must be able to walk, stand, kneel and climb stairs or ladders; lift up to 50 lbs; work in varying indoor/outdoor conditions; and access high or confined spaces as needed.

  • Ability to perform various maintenance tasks, which may include climbing stairs, walking 10,000 steps or more each day, utilizing power hand tools, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Ideal Skills & Qualities:

  • Ability to identify potential maintenance concerns and take appropriate action with minimal supervision.

  • Problem-solving skills.

  • Able to determine what action should be taken in response to a customer complaint, comment, or inquiry.

  • Knowledge and ability to identify the appropriate tools, parts, and equipment for use in performing a maintenance task.

Why McKibbon?

We believe in our Guiding Principles: Think Bigger. Love Your Community. Do the Right Thing. Support Each Other. Make a Lasting Impression. At McKibbon, you’ll join a supportive team that values your work and helps you grow.

  • McKibbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States, and able to successfully complete any required background screening as a condition of employment.

Perks & Benefits Beyond the Basics:

We know that hospitality starts from within, and that’s why we value the employee experience as much as we value our guests’ experience. From our competitive benefits package to our fun-loving spirit, we strive to create an environment that’s equal parts work and play. Our people will always be our first investment. We offer benefits and perks based on full or part time employment:

Benefits: Full Time Associates:

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision 

  • Life insurance

  • Pet Insurance

  • Short and long-term disability

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Tuition assistance

Financial & Occupational Wellness: All Associates

  • Competitive Compensation with incentives (incentives vary by position)

  • 401K Savings Plan with 50% matching funds

  • Associate referral program

  • Brand and company training classes, workshops and conferences for career growth and development (varies by position)

Personal Wellness: All Associates

  • Fundraising matching funds program

  • Team volunteer opportunities

  • 24/7 chaplain services

  • Exclusive hotel rate discounts

Any state specific holiday, vacation or benefit requirements will apply.

All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Posted 2026-02-20

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