Maintenance Supervisor

DRIFTWOOD HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT•San Diego, CA

1d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Supervisor oversees preventative maintenance and repair of the hotel’s mechanical and electrical systems and equipment, supervises engineering staff, and ensures the maintenance and upkeep of the physical plant, furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E), grounds, and swimming pool. The role coordinates engineering work, supports guest and operational needs, and ensures compliance with safety requirements and company procedures. The hotel operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so shifts, start times, and weekly hours may vary with operational demands.

Requirements

Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to motivate and manage a team.
Thorough knowledge of maintenance trades, including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry work.
Advanced mechanical aptitude for operating, troubleshooting, and repairing hotel equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
Ability to recognize potential safety hazards and ensure corrective action is taken.
Knowledge of OSHA standards and safety compliance practices.
Ability and willingness to comply with hotel policies and procedures, including appearance and grooming, safety, security, key control, and emergency procedures.
Skills in multiple areas such as HVAC, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, roofing, and landscaping.
Ability to troubleshoot and oversee repair of routine mechanical and electrical malfunctions in hotel systems and equipment.
Skill using basic hand and electric tools and familiarity with parts and materials.
Education and experience equivalent to high school graduation, or another combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to deal effectively with internal and external customers, including with patience, tact, and diplomacy.
Ability to listen effectively and speak, read, and write English clearly.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible, efficient, and professional.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions throughout a shift.
Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet conditions and stoop, kneel, crawl, and climb on varied surfaces.
Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders rapidly, up to 30 feet in the air.
Ability to grasp, lift, and hold tools and perform tasks requiring good finger dexterity.
Ability to perform bending, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings.
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily engineering team activities, assign work orders, and ensure timely completion.
Oversee troubleshooting and repair of mechanical and electrical systems, including HVAC and plumbing, and other hotel equipment.
Ensure scheduled preventative maintenance assignments, including room care, are completed.
Oversee pool maintenance, including chemical balancing, equipment upkeep, and safety compliance.
Maintain the building exterior and curb appeal, including lawn care, painting, and landscaping.
Conduct routine property inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards and ensure quality standards.
Coordinate and respond to emergency maintenance situations, escalating and resolving them appropriately.
Monitor inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies, and order materials as needed.
Ensure compliance with safety requirements, OSHA standards, and company policies and procedures.
Train, coach, and evaluate engineering team members and provide ongoing feedback and development.
Assist with staff scheduling to meet operational demands and ensure coverage.
Maintain accurate records and logs of maintenance work, inspections, and safety compliance.
Coordinate with other departments to respond promptly to guest and operational needs.
Assist with vendor management, including scheduling, oversight, and quality control of contracted services.
Follow company policies and safety and security procedures; use protective equipment and report unsafe conditions, accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage, or loss to management.
Follow department fire prevention and emergency procedures and help provide a safe work environment.
Maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with team member handbook standards.
Assist Engineering, Front Office, and Security personnel when needed and perform related duties as requested by a supervisor or manager.