Asst Director of Enginering

Marriott Vacations Worldwide•Williamsburg, FL

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Engineering supports the management of engineering operations and budgets, including preventative maintenance, property maintenance priorities, and day-to-day Engineering operations. The role assists in managing the physical plant and its equipment and systems, including refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical, and life safety systems. It also oversees repair work orders, inventories, inspections, and the condition of property facilities, and may recommend or arrange repairs, renovations, painting, or equipment and furnishings replacement. The position serves as a technical liaison for property departments and supervises Engineering in the Director of Engineering’s absence. The role helps maintain engineering standards and regulatory compliance, supports energy conservation and evaluation of new technologies, and ensures employees have appropriate supplies and equipment. It also contributes to guest service, employee staffing and training, and workplace safety procedures. Relocation assistance is available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 4 years of experience in engineering and maintenance or a related professional area, plus technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing; OR a 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or a related major and 2 years of relevant experience, plus technical training in HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, scheduling, and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.
Help establish priorities for property maintenance needs.
Supervise the day-to-day operations of Engineering.
Assist in managing the physical plant, including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical, and life safety systems.
Maintain and operate equipment for effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.
Supervise distribution of repair work orders.
Assist with maintenance of grounds, meeting rooms, ballrooms, public spaces, restaurants, property vehicles, and recreational facilities as needed.
Act as a technical liaison for all property departments.
Supervise Engineering in the absence of the Director of Engineering.
Recommend or arrange painting, repairs, renovations, and replacement of furnishings and equipment.
Select and purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
Inspect and evaluate facility conditions to determine required work.
Manage parts, supplies, and equipment inventories to minimize downtime and maximize cash flow.
Assist in evaluating and implementing new technologies, equipment, and supplies.
Assist in establishing and implementing an energy conservation program.
Help ensure building and physical plant permits and licenses are obtained and kept current.
Help ensure compliance with facility regulations and safety standards, and with Engineering departmental policies, standards, and procedures.
Ensure employees have proper supplies, equipment, and uniforms.
Promote guest hospitality, excellent customer service, and positive guest relations.
Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Empower employees to provide excellent customer service.
Supervise staffing levels to meet guest service, operational, and financial objectives.
Help train employees in safety procedures and assist in training other department employees in fire protection, safety, and evacuation procedures.
Provide employees feedback based on observed service behaviors.
Assist with operational activities as necessary.