THE LA JOLLA BEACHTENNIS CLUB IS CURRENTLY SEEKING A HIGHLY SKILLED ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ENGINEER TO JOIN OUR TEAM AT OUR BEAUTIFUL OCEANFRONT PROPERTY!

Be a part of the diverse team at La Jolla BeachTennis Club, Inc. Our landmark hotels and restaurants have become La Jolla institutions, which are founded on family values and community mindedness. La Jolla BeachTennis Club, Inc. offers excellent benefits and a great work environment for our employees.

SUMMARY

The Chief Engineer is directly responsible for supervising the engineering and grounds teams to maintain the condition of the properties at optimal levels. This includes executing ongoing and preventative maintenance programs, monitoring expenses, inventorying parts and supplies and ensuring projects are completed in accordance with La Jolla BeachTennis Club, Inc. guidelines. Promotes and follows LJBTC, Inc.’s Signature Service standards and requirements ensuring a lasting impression of exemplary service resulting in supremely satisfied and loyal members and guests.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Associate’s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from Twoyear College or technical school; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence in English representing appropriate business etiquette in written form (grammar, punctuation, syntax, etc). Ability to speak effectively in English with customers, managers, vendors, or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for staffing and maintenance of all engineering and grounds positions.
• Ensures neatness and cleanliness of the engineering shop and all engineering storage and areas of responsibility.
• Supervises directly all engineering and grounds personnel.
• Selects, hires and trains employees in this department.
• Determines supplies to be purchased, sets and monitors inventories.
• Prepares reports, budgets and correspondence.
• Prepares monthly financial critiques along with monthly 90 day rolling forecast.
• Ensures quality control and work standards are maintained and regularly updated to meet changing department and property needs.
• Ensures that compliance is met with all applicable ordinances, regulations and laws (OSHA, ADA, etc.).
• Implements and monitors preventative maintenance programs (i.e. utilizing HotSOS, department systems, etc.).
• Maintains inventories of repair parts and consumable supplies to minimize downtime and maximize cash flow.
• Administers work request program in conjunction with Guest Assistance/Hotsos tracking program.
• Provides support and assistance to all departments to serve guest satisfaction, sales and profit goals.
• Establishes annual goals.
• Facilitates monthly departmental meeting.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Confers with workers to resolve complaints regarding work.
  Coaches and counsels department personnel as needed.
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• Sets an example for subordinates by meeting and exceeding the performance requirements of the job and maintaining good work habits (punctuality, reliability).

TECHNICAL AND SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the maintenance activities on utility systems to provide continuous supply of heat, electric power, gas, or air required for operations.
• Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Works with Engineering Assistant Chief Engineer and Landscaping Operations Supervisor in planning, developing, and implementing new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Responds and ensures quick response by the Engineering/Grounds Department to customer needs, which will meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Confers with management to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Maintains skills and knowledge in the following areas: V.A.C. and Refrigeration; Boiler Plant Operation, A/C electrical and electrical troubleshooting; telephone switch; electronic door locks, arc welding, gas welding, soldering and brazing; plumbing (with steel, copper and plastic pipe; fire protection, hydraulics, pneumatics, sanitation, laundry and kitchen equipment).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises employees in the Engineering/Grounds Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.