Chief Engineer-AutoCamp Sonoma

Schulte Hospitality Group•Guerneville, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AutoCamp is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Chief Engineer for its Sonoma property. AutoCamp is a lifestyle hotel brand offering upscale, comfortable outdoor hospitality in outdoor destinations. The Chief Engineer leads the maintenance team and oversees the safe, effective operation, repair, and upkeep of the property's trailers, cabins, tents, facilities, equipment, grounds, and pool. The role combines team leadership and development with hands-on maintenance work, safety and regulatory compliance, preventive maintenance, guest service, and coordination with management and contractors. The Chief Engineer establishes priorities, assigns and monitors work, maintains records and testing documentation, and ensures maintenance requests are completed within 24 hours. The role also creates estimates and obtains competitive pricing for needed supplies, equipment, and contractor work; reports maintenance issues; and responds to maintenance emergencies on a 24-hour call basis. The position reports to the General Manager for certain operational coordination and may perform other duties as requested by the General Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four or more years of progressive, practical experience in at least one skilled trade.
Skid Steer Certification/Hydraulics License.
CPO Certificate.
Working knowledge of HVAC, carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills.
Ability to perform varied repair and maintenance work involving structures, tools, equipment, appliances, and grounds.
Knowledge and experience using a diverse set of tools, appliances, and equipment.
Ability to prioritize duties and evaluate the work of a maintenance team.
Leadership skills to guide team members in maintenance, building, groundskeeping, and safety duties.
Ability to understand regulations and safety practices and communicate them effectively to team members and management.
Ability to interpret sketches, blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders and explain them to team members.
Ability to solve practical problems and navigate situations where standards have not been established.
Strong management and relational skills.
Thoroughness and attention to detail.
Excellent, attentive customer service.
Ability to meet the role's 24-hour on-call emergency response requirement.
Ability to maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and wear the required maintenance uniform and name tag.

Nice To Haves

Prior hospitality or multifamily maintenance experience.
A keen sense of style and appreciation for good design.
Creative problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality service and hospitality to customers and team members, and lead by example.
Manage and guide a multicultural maintenance team in a manner that embraces diversity.
Set priorities, assign tasks, coordinate projects, and monitor team members' work to ensure work is completed to standards.
Keep team members informed about daily operations and events.
Monitor timekeeping, PTO entries, meal-period compliance, performance, and safety practices; resolve discrepancies and provide supervision, scheduling, counseling, evaluations, professional development, and recognition.
Ensure maintenance team members and groundskeepers understand and follow safe work practices.
Ensure adherence to AutoCamp standards and applicable federal, state, and local codes, and maintain safe and effective property operations among employees and contractors.
Set up, maintain, and ensure the operation of safety programs, measures, and testing protocols; keep safety records and test certificates or licenses current in coordination with the General Manager.
Follow OSHA safety practices and safe chemical-handling instructions in Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Perform and oversee skilled repair, maintenance, and upkeep of trailers, cabins, tents, facilities, equipment, and grounds.
Carry out and coordinate heating, plumbing, refrigeration, and other maintenance and repair work.
Ensure proper operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment, tools, appliances, and systems.
Oversee pool maintenance and operation, pool safety, and compliance with applicable local and state regulations.
Keep maintenance tools and equipment clean, secure, and in good operating condition.
Troubleshoot and repair systems and equipment, including fans, heating systems, keyless entry systems, refrigeration, plumbing, lighting circuits, and audiovisual equipment.
Identify and recommend property improvements to the General Manager.
Estimate labor and materials for work orders and obtain competitive pricing for supplies, equipment, and contractors.
Prepare reports on maintenance issues and problems, and keep maintenance and testing records current.
Create and maintain a planned preventive maintenance system for hotel furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E), and conduct preventive maintenance regularly and on time.
Allocate work to appropriate team members and contractors.
Keep grounds and structures clean, organized, and presentable; oversee and safely direct snow removal.
Keep the maintenance workshop and storage rooms clean, organized, and secured.
Partner with management to support the guest experience in accordance with AutoCamp standards and guidelines.
Maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and wear a maintenance uniform and name tag while working on the property.
Complete daily tasks and assignments provided by management and complete maintenance requests within 24 hours.
Remain available to respond to maintenance emergencies on a 24-hour call basis.
Perform other duties as requested by the General Manager.

Benefits

Daily Pay, allowing associates to get paid today for work performed today.
Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access for all associates starting on day one.
Multiple health insurance and life insurance options.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid parental leave.
Paid time off, subject to eligibility and company policy.
Holiday pay.
Pet insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Marketplace discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.
Flexible work environment and opportunities for career growth and development.