Director of Engineering (Hotel/Resort)

he Alisal, a luxury 10,500 private acre working Ranch and Resort in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country is seeking an experienced and service-oriented Executive Director, Facilities and Grounds to join our team.

Under the direction of the General Manager, the Executive Director, Facilities and Grounds will perform the following: coordinate and direct the design, planning, construction, maintenance, and alteration of equipment, machinery, buildings, and other facilities at The Alisal Guest Ranch by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.

• Plan, budget, and schedule facilities modifications including cost estimates, bid sheets and layouts.
• Inspect, evaluate and document physical condition of guest units and public facilities to ensure conformance to established standards.
• Supervise ongoing guest room preventative maintenance program.
• Oversee and direct maintenance personnel engaged in performing their duties.
• Establish standards and procedures for work performed by staff.
• Develop job descriptions, training programs, checklists and safety procedures.
• Enforce safety procedures and policies.
• Assist in preparation of the Maintenance Department annual operations and capital budgets.
• Make certain expenses do not exceed the budget parameters of the department.
• Attend manager's staff meeting or any other required sessions.
• Conduct monthly department staff/safety meetings.
• Submit weekly labor/wage schedules to Accounting.
• Responsible for inventory and control of tools, supplies and equipment in department. Periodically inventory same.
• Maintain departmental and project files. Order Supplies and equipment as required. Adhere to Alisal policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises all employees in the Facilities, Maintenance, and Grounds Departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with The Alisal's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

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

Seven to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, vendors and employees.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Possess valid driver's license. Be insurable under The Alisal’s auto insurance carrier.

Other Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of air conditioning, refrigeration and general construction. Good knowledge of general maintenance including electrical, plumbing, painting, pool maintenance, carpentry, etc. Ability to use computer to run maintenance programs and input data. Proficient at various computer programs such as Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Teams, Abode, PPT, etc.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 10 years of facilities maintenance experience.
• Skilled at planning and executing projects timely and with impeccable attention to detail.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on major equipment and systems.
• Proficient in construction, electrical, and plumbing.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial kitchen and laundry equipment (including ovens, toasters, griddles, warmers, washers, dryers, folding machines, etc.).
• HVAC Certification, EPA Refrigeration, and other Trades Certifications a plus.
• Desire to establish outstanding, authentic, and memorable interactions with internal and external guests.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull minimum 50 lbs.
• Able to work on site and to stand, sit, walk, and move continuously for duration of shift.
• Ability to work outside, indoors, in varying temperatures, as well as confined spaces.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to present proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States post offer, pre-employment.
• Must have current and valid CA Driver’s License for operating company vehicles.
• Conditional offer subject to criminal background check and DMV record review.
• Open availability to accommodate varying schedules as well as able to work on weekends and holidays.

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Compensation range $120,000 to $140,000 based on experience.
• Incentive compensation program.
• Free meals.
• Exceptional perks and discounts for use of Ranch services and facilities.
• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability Plans); 401(k) with employer match, subject to eligibility requirements.

To apply, please visit Alisalranch.com

• The Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer