Assistant Maintenance Chief Delta Hotel Helena

Delta•Helena, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Maintenance Chief supports the Maintenance Chief in overseeing all maintenance operations for the hotel to ensure guest comfort, safety, and uninterrupted operations. This role combines hands‑on technical work with team leadership, vendor coordination, and preventive maintenance oversight. The Assistant Maintenance Chief acts as the lead in the absence of the Maintenance Chief and helps maintain the hotel's physical assets to brand, safety, and quality standards.

Requirements

3-5 years of hotel or facilities maintenance experience
Strong working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
Ability to perform hands‑on repairs and lead by example
Knowledge of safety regulations and preventive maintenance practices
Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and on‑call rotations

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or lead maintenance experience
Hotel or hospitality industry background
Trade certifications or licenses (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or related)
Experience using maintenance work‑order or CMMS systems

Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing daily maintenance activities for guest rooms, public areas, back‑of‑house spaces, and exterior grounds
Perform and oversee complex repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and life‑safety equipment
Respond promptly to maintenance emergencies and urgent guest‑impacting issues
Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns
Assist with supervising maintenance staff, including assigning work orders and reviewing completed tasks
Provide hands‑on training and technical guidance to maintenance team members
Step in as acting Maintenance Chief during absences, vacations, or off‑hours coverage
Promote a positive, service‑oriented team culture aligned with hotel standards
Support the preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime and extend asset life
Maintain equipment logs, maintenance records, and compliance documentation
Assist in planning seasonal maintenance and minor capital improvement projects
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, fire and life‑safety codes, health regulations, and hotel brand standards
Support safety inspections, drills, and corrective action follow‑up
Maintain guest‑first awareness when scheduling or performing maintenance work in occupied areas
Assist with vendor coordination, service calls, and contractor oversight
Monitor inventory of tools, parts, and supplies; assist with ordering as needed
Communicate effectively with Front Desk, Housekeeping, and Management regarding maintenance priorities and work status