At The Cottonwood, we’re more than just a boutique hotel — we’re a proud team of passionate people who care deeply about what we do, how we do it, and the impact we make in our community. Located in Omaha's vibrant Blackstone District, where history continues to come to life, our hotel stands as a modern icon with a deep-rooted legacy. Once the historic Blackstone Hotel, The Cottonwood has become a local gem, blending timeless elegance with contemporary style. Known for its stylish charm, state-of-the-art amenities, and a level of service that continually raises the bar in the hospitality industry, our hotel stands as a tribute to the past, refreshed for a new era.
Joining our team means stepping into an environment where creativity is celebrated, ideas are welcomed, and every role plays a key part in creating unforgettable guest experiences. Whether you’re welcoming guests at the front desk, crafting cocktails in our bar, or supporting behind the scenes, your work matters — and it’s appreciated. We’re proud of who we are: a team that works hard, supports one another, and genuinely loves what we do. We believe hospitality should feel personal, and that starts with how we treat each other. Here, you’ll find a collaborative, uplifting culture where you’re encouraged to grow, shine, and make a difference.
If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want to be part of a place that feels like home, where your talents are valued, and your passion has a purpose — then we’d love to meet you. Come join us at The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel and be part of a team that’s redefining hospitality in Omaha — one guest, one moment, and one great team member at a time.”
Join our team as a General Maintenance Engineer at the historic Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel, a beautifully restored landmark with over 100 years of history. As a vital member of our Engineering team, you'll help preserve the character and integrity of this iconic property while ensuring our guests enjoy a safe, comfortable, and exceptional experience.
In this role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of the hotel's mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building systems. You'll perform routine inspections, respond to maintenance requests, troubleshoot issues, and assist in managing preventive maintenance programs to keep our century-old property operating at the highest standards.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong technical skills, a commitment to safety and quality, and a passion for maintaining historic buildings. Experience in hotel, commercial, or facility maintenance is preferred.
What You'll Bring:
Schedule Requirements:This position requires open and flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities as needed to support hotel operations.
What We Offer:
If you're looking for a rewarding career where your technical expertise can make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the legacy of the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel.
• Experience of 2-5 years preferred in hotel, resort, commercial or institutional maintenance environment. • HVAC or plumbing or electrical skills. • Light carpentry and knowledge of paint and wallpaper. • Certification in pool operation preferred. • Meet minimum age requirements of jurisdiction. • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills • Valid driver’s license preferred. • Preventive maintenance background preferred. • Read, write and understand English.
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
A remarkable thing happens when you bring people together who are driven by a common goal and personal passion to make a difference—they do. Every team member at Davidson Hospitality Group is united behind a singular vision: Delivering hospitality and creating value for every customer, every time.
This simple but powerful vision provides the impetus for our approach to value creation, the cornerstone of how we’ve operated for nearly 50 years. It brings a spirit of collaboration, innovation, and hospitality to our select portfolio of clients. It fosters an entrepreneurial management style that allows us to look at each property through the eyes of an owner, and treat each and every property as if it was our own. In the end, it makes a remarkable difference driving top line revenue and bottom line results for our property owners. It’s the reason why our property owners see us as a true value-creation company, not just a management company
We invite you to join us as we continue to set the standard in the hospitality industry.
