Assistant Chief Laundry Engineer

GATE • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

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About The Position

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is seeking an Assistant Chief Laundry Engineer to support the maintenance, repair, and reliability of commercial laundry equipment and related utility systems. Reporting to the Chief Laundry Mechanic, this role assists with daily maintenance operations, advanced troubleshooting and repairs, preventive maintenance, and safe, efficient, uninterrupted laundry operations. The Assistant Chief Laundry Engineer serves as acting lead mechanic when the Chief Laundry Mechanic is absent and helps maintain equipment performance, develop team members, and minimize operational downtime.

The position involves maintaining a range of laundry equipment and utility systems, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, and control-system issues, and supporting installation and improvement projects. It also includes maintenance documentation, parts inventory support, safety compliance, communication with laundry and engineering leadership, and guidance and training for junior mechanics and new team members.

The work may take place in hot, humid, noisy industrial environments and involves physically demanding activity. The role requires availability for varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, on-call assignments, and emergency response situations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–7 years of experience maintaining commercial or industrial laundry equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, motors, relays, controls, and associated equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience implementing and performing preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and respond effectively to changing operational needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50–75 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Ability to work in hot, humid, noisy industrial environments.
• Ability to respond to equipment failures, emergencies, and operational needs as required.
• Availability to work varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, on-call assignments, and emergency response situations.
• Experience working safely around industrial machinery, chemicals, steam systems, and moving equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in hotel or hospitality laundry operations.
• Knowledge of steam systems, heat exchangers, pneumatics, and related utility systems.
• Welding or fabrication experience.
• Trade experience in HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems.
• Experience working with commercial laundry equipment brands such as Milnor, Chicago Dryer, Jensen, Braun, and UniMac.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Laundry Mechanic in overseeing maintenance and repair of commercial laundry equipment, including washers, dryers, ironers, folders, presses, conveyors, and chemical dispensing systems.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on laundry equipment to support performance and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, and control-system issues affecting laundry operations.
• Support coordination of daily maintenance activities, priorities, and work assignments.
• Serve as acting lead mechanic during the Chief Laundry Mechanic’s absence.
• Maintain and repair steam, water, air, and drain systems associated with laundry operations.
• Diagnose equipment failures using schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Repair or replace motors, belts, bearings, valves, pumps, seals, and related equipment components.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, modifications, and system improvement projects.
• Maintain maintenance records, repair logs, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Support parts inventory management and control.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Communicate equipment conditions, repair timelines, maintenance needs, and operational impacts to laundry and engineering leadership.
• Provide guidance and support to junior mechanics as needed.
• Assist the Chief Laundry Mechanic with maintenance scheduling and workforce coordination.
• Support the training and onboarding of new maintenance team members on laundry equipment, systems, and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage for eligible team members.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible scheduling opportunities.
• Complimentary parking and employee dining café.
• Five-Diamond service training and professional development opportunities.
• Certifications and continuing education opportunities.
• Complimentary uniform dry-cleaning services.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities throughout Gate Hospitality Group.
• Preferred lodging rates.
• Discounted golf and select recreational amenities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED