Senior Engineer

SUMMARY

The Senior Engineer verifies the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures; performs safety and maintenance inspections. Assists in a variety of mechanical repairs, including gasoline and diesel power equipment; maintenance work, including servicing motorized equipment, overhauling, repairing, servicing, and lubricating automotive, turf, and other outdoor powered equipment. Ensures all equipment is always in efficient and operable condition. Organizes and maintains a clean and safe maintenance area; performs related tasks as required.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Chief of Engineering to keep him updated on the completion of daily repairs.
• Perform general repairs and maintenance for all areas within the operation, including but not limited to electrical, mechanical, and structural aspects of the buildings and grounds.
• Conduct safety inspections and checks of emergency lighting, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and fire sprinklers.
• Replace air filters on a routine schedule. Perform general cleaning and maintenance tasks on vehicles and equipment.
• Promptly respond to front desk reports of guest/tenant problems or concerns and inform the front desk when action is complete so they can update maintenance records.
• Monitor equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety.
• Identify and report to the supervisor when supplies are needed.
• Maintain flexibility to take on new and different tasks as directed by the department manager.
• Incorporate safe work practices in job performance.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical skills.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage a wide variety of activities simultaneously.

Education/Experience:

• High School or equivalent education.
• Building maintenance experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in maintaining commercial HVAC, appliance repairs, addressing basic electrical issues, and plumbing.
• Experience using hand and electrical tools.
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to physically reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to work under variable temperature conditions (extreme heat or cold, indoors/outdoors).
• Must be able to work around chemicals, dust, fumes, and/or odor hazards.
• Regularly works in outdoor weather conditions and may face the risk of electrical shock or encounter fumes or airborne pathogens (safety equipment provided). Must be able to work in a loud environment and in areas near moving mechanical parts.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Ventana Canyon is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Ventana Canyon makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.