The Chippewa Hotel Waterfront home of the famous Pink Pony

Our maintenance department is looking for another team member

Posted: Jun 29, 2026

Maintenance

Chippewa Hotel/Lilac Tree Suites & Spa

Michigan

Wages/Pay
$20.00 - $27.00 / hour
Experience Level
Some experience required
Job Start Date
Jun 29, 2026

Our maintenance department is looking for another team member to help care for more than 30 properties on Mackinac Island, including hotels, restaurants, retail spaces, employee housing, and residential buildings. This is a year-round position. Summer is fast-paced and guest-focused, while winter shifts to maintenance projects, renovations, snow removal, and preparing our properties for the next season.

What You’ll Do

·        General building maintenance and repairs

·        Painting and basic carpentry

·        Basic plumbing and electrical repairs

·        Move furniture, equipment, and supplies

·        Assist with remodeling and renovation projects

·        Snow removal and exterior maintenance during the winter

·        Respond to maintenance requests as needed

What We’re Looking For

·        Able to perform physically demanding work, including frequent heavy lifting

·        Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all seasons

·        Dependable and willing to tackle a variety of projects

·        General maintenance experience is required

What We Offer

·        Year-round employment

·        Complimentary Employee housing

·        Free meals in our Employee Dining Room

How to Apply

please email your resume to brian@chippewahotel.com

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Contact Info

Chippewa Hotel/Lilac Tree Suites & Spa

We value our employees and all the hard work they put in to making our business a great success. Because of our employees we are able to reach out to our guests and provide them with the best service they deserve!

Location
Michigan
Season
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Staff size
200
Housing
Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
Family housing available
No
Pet friendly
No
Meals
Provided
Cell phone service
Yes, most carriers
Internet access
Good
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