Maintenance Engineer
The Compton
200 E Central Avenue
Bentonville, AR 72717
Website www.thecompton.com
Managed by Practice Hospitality
LinkedIn linkedin.com/the-compton-bentonville
Keep Our Story Running Smoothly: Maintenance Engineer at The Compton
Behind every seamless stay is a team that keeps the heart of the hotel running. As an Maintenance Engineer at The Compton, you’ll help ensure our building is safe, functional, and well cared for—so our guests can focus on enjoying their time in the Ozarks. From small repairs to preventive maintenance, your work will help create an environment that feels comfortable, secure, and thoughtfully maintained.
What You’ll Do
Maintain the physical functionality and safety of the hotel, including guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas.
Respond promptly to guest requests and team member work orders, diagnosing and repairing issues efficiently.
Perform maintenance tasks in carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, painting, and masonry.
Conduct regular inspections to identify preventive maintenance needs.
Document repairs and escalate unresolved issues for additional support.
Uphold professionalism and consistency in every task, ensuring a well-functioning and welcoming property.
What We’re Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or specialized courses in building maintenance preferred.
At least 2 years of experience in building maintenance, repair, or construction.
Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Ability to perform carpentry, repair, renovation, and painting work.
Clear communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
A problem-solver with pride in craftsmanship and a focus on safety.
Why The Compton
We believe in taking care of the details—seen and unseen—that shape every guest experience. As part of our engineering team, you’ll keep our spaces running smoothly and safely, ensuring guests feel at home and team members can do their best work.
Job Type: Full-Time Non-Exempt
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
About The Company
Practice Hospitality manages hotels differently. A growing company with opportunities for advancement, we infuse hotels with style, spirit, and soul. We inspire, innovate and advocate. We deliver results and do well by our owners because we respect the individuality that we all bring to the table, the connectedness of our world and the impact we have on our community.
We are looking for someone who thinks big because, at Practice Hospitality, we value creativity, emotional intelligence, problem solving and innovation. This is an opportunity to be an integral part of a team that supports one another, is empowered, and holds themselves accountable. If you bring your A game every day and pursue excellence with tenacity, we want to invest in your professional and personal growth. But, more than anything, we are looking for good humans who care; about our guests, each other and making every moment together enriching, fulfilling and fun.
The Compton
Hotel with 142 Rooms
The Compton, a world away but right at home.
Opening in fall 2025 on Bentonville's historic downtown square, The Compton will offer a refined escape that celebrates the authentic character of the Ozarks. More than just a hotel, The Compton is an open invitation to immerse yourself in one of America's most dynamic small cities.
Inspired by Dr. Neil Compton, the pioneering conservationist who helped preserve the Buffalo National River, this independent hotel embodies his legacy of stewardship and connection to the land. Our location puts you steps from world-class dining, art, and more than 70 miles of celebrated cycling trails.
Every detail at The Compton has been thoughtfully crafted to connect you with the region's heritage and future. From our locally-inspired cuisine to curated adventures through the hollows and glades of the Ozarks, we offer experiences that can't be found anywhere else in Northwest Arkansas. Whether you're here for Crystal Bridges' latest exhibition, to explore the trail network, or to get down to business, you'll find yourself at the heart of Bentonville's vibrant community.
We can't wait to show you the Ozarks through a local lens. Your adventure begins here.
Training we provide
Every journey begins with a first step. Maybe yours is focused on growing your career in hospitality – climbing the ladder to management, executive team, corporate or beyond. Maybe you want a stable, fulfilling role where you can thrive or, just maybe, you need a gig for now while you complete your education or audition for your big break. No matter where your path takes you, Practice Hospitality respects your journey and has customized our employee experience to support your goals and ambitions.
About the management team
At Practice Hospitality, we’re driven by a singular purpose: to create experiences travelers seek out and return to, time and time again. To us, that starts by being human – building an environment that balances emotional intelligence, tradition, ritual, and creativity. Because when that happens, hospitality comes alive – and results follow.