Facilities Manager

Urschel Laboratories, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Stock Issued Annually

Free Health Clinic (Available to Empl.

401(k) with Employer Matching

Free Life Insurance

Hotel stay and on-property dining

Flexible scheduling whenever possible

Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout

Professional Development Support

Support for Community Involvement/Ph•l

Job summary

Urschel Laboratories, Inc. is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager for the Grand Gardner Hotel in Valparaiso, Indiana. This hands-on leadership role oversees maintenance, safety, and daily hotel operations to ensure guest spaces meet high standards.

You will lead maintenance teams, manage preventative programs, coordinate vendor services, read blueprints, and partner with department leaders to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a bustling boutique hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader with hospitality facilities experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and safety commitment.
• Ability to read blueprints and equipment manuals.
• Excellent communication, organization and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair, and overall hotel functionality.
• Lead maintenance operations to keep rooms, public areas, systems, and grounds in safe, functional condition.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Coordinate repairs, inspections, and vendor services.
• Ensure adherence to property standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with hotel leadership to support daily operations.

Skills

Facilities management

Team leadership

Technical knowledge

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Maintenance planning

Job description

Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking an experienced and solutions-focused Facilities Manager to join the team at the Grand Gardner Hotel. The Grand Gardner Hotel is an Urschel Development property located in downtown Valparaiso, Indiana. Urschel Development is a wholly owned subsidiary of Urschel Laboratories in Chesterton, Indiana.

The Grand Gardner Hotel is an independent boutique hotel featuring 58 guest rooms and suites, a speakeasy, banquet space, and welcoming shared spaces. As part of our employee-owned culture, every team member contributes to the hotel's success. We believe that excellent guest experiences are the result of employees who understand how their work impacts guests, coworkers, and the overall operation of the business.

At Grand Gardner Hotel, we value teamwork, accountability, and pride in a job well done. Whether serving guests directly or supporting operations behind the scenes, each employee-owner plays an important role in maintaining the high standards that define our property.

Why You’ll Love Working at the Grand Gardner Hotel:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
• Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Free Life Insurance
• Hotel stay and on-property dining discounts
• Flexible scheduling whenever possible
• Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers @ Urschel’s Chesterton Facility
• Professional Development Support
• Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and overall functionality of the Grand Gardner Hotel. This position leads maintenance operations to ensure guest rooms, public areas, building systems, equipment, and grounds are maintained in a safe, functional, and welcoming condition. The Facilities Manager works closely with hotel leadership and department managers to support smooth daily operations while ensuring property standards are consistently met.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and maintaining a well-functioning facility. Successful candidates possess strong technical knowledge, a commitment to safety, and the ability to effectively prioritize maintenance needs in a hospitality environment. Candidates should have progressive experience in facilities management, hospitality engineering, or property maintenance, along with the ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, and technical documentation. Previous leadership experience is preferred, as are strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Candidates should be able to:

• Lead and support all aspects of hotel maintenance and facility operations.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain building systems and equipment.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Coordinate repairs, inspections, and vendor services.
• Maintain maintenance inventories, equipment records, and safety procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
• Partner with housekeeping, front office, food and beverage, and hotel leadership teams to support exceptional guest experiences.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company standards.
• Work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency response situations.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in confined spaces.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely.
• Move throughout all areas of the property, including guest rooms, rooftops, mechanical areas, and outdoor spaces.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and conditions.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Date Posted: 11/2/2026

Voluntary Self-Identification

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As set forth in Urschel Laboratories, Inc.’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows.

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

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