Chief Engineer
On-siteHelena, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Lead, supervise, and develop the Engineering Department staff while planning and coordinating maintenance projects, renovations, and capital improvements across the lodge, cabins, restaurant, and campground. Implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all buildings, equipment, and public areas, ensuring HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and pool systems operate safely and efficiently. Monitor project schedules and budgets, review invoices, and manage inventory of parts and tools to maintain departmental cost accountability. Ensure compliance with Georgia Department of Natural Resources, OSHA, and fire safety regulations while coordinating with department managers to prioritize maintenance needs without disrupting guest services. Serve as Manager on Duty on designated days and respond to after-hours emergencies to restore facility operations. Work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and obtain required certifications such as CPO and UST within 90 days.
Required Qualifications
- Five or more years of progressive engineering, facilities management, or maintenance leadership experience, preferably within hospitality, resorts, hotels, state parks, or similar facilities
- Previous supervisory or management experience
- Strong working knowledge of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, and general construction
- Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs
- Ability to read blueprints, technical manuals, and equipment specifications
- Budget management and purchasing experience
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs when necessary
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification or obtain within 90 days
- Underground Storage Tank (UST) certification or obtain within 90 days
- EPA Section 608 Certification or obtain within 90 days
- Available for evenings, weekends, holidays, emergencies and MOD assignments
- Frequently walk throughout the property, including outdoor areas
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and reach overhead
- Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Respond to emergencies at any time as required
Desired Qualifications
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) preferred
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