Chief Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Chief Engineer

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives on solving problems, leading teams, and maintaining exceptional facilities? Do you enjoy working in a beautiful outdoor setting where no two days are the same? Unicoi State Park & Lodge is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead our Maintenance Department and help ensure our guests enjoy a safe, comfortable, and unforgettable experience.

Nestled in the North Georgia mountains, Unicoi State Park & Lodge features guest rooms, cabins, restaurants, meeting spaces, outdoor recreation, and miles of scenic beauty. As our Chief Engineer, you'll play a critical leadership role in maintaining the entire property while building a high-performing maintenance team dedicated to excellence.

As Chief Engineer, you will oversee all engineering, maintenance, and facility operations across the property while leading a skilled maintenance team. Responsibilities include:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Engineering & Maintenance team while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and exceptional service.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve comprehensive preventive maintenance programs for all buildings, equipment, utilities, and public areas.
• Plan, organize, prioritize, and oversee maintenance projects from concept through completion.
• Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenditures, approve invoices, and ensure cost-effective operations.
• Maintain inventory and oversee purchasing of tools, equipment, parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Ensure the safe, efficient operation and repair of all building systems, mechanical equipment, and infrastructure.
• Monitor work quality, provide coaching and training, and ensure all maintenance standards are consistently met.
• Schedule staff, approve time off, manage overtime, and ensure appropriate departmental staffing.
• Track maintenance records, utility usage, repair costs, preventive maintenance schedules, and operational performance.
• Maintain lock and key control while ensuring the security of all facilities.
• Oversee the property's Loss Prevention initiatives and partner with overnight operations to maintain a safe environment for guests and team members.
• Respond to emergencies quickly and effectively to protect guests, employees, and property while restoring operations as efficiently as possible.
• Support the Safety Committee and promote a strong culture of workplace safety.
• Ensure compliance with all State of Georgia, Department of Natural Resources, Coral Hospitality, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Partner closely with the General Manager and department leaders on capital improvements, facility enhancements, and special projects.

The ideal candidate is a proven maintenance leader with strong technical knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to motivate and develop a team.

Qualified candidates should possess:

• Previous leadership experience in engineering, maintenance, facilities management, or hospitality engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building systems.
• Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs.
• Strong budgeting, inventory management, and project management skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and exceptional guest service.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations as needed.

At Unicoi State Park & Lodge, you'll have the opportunity to lead maintenance operations for one of Georgia's premier state park destinations. Every day brings new challenges, meaningful projects, and the satisfaction of preserving a property that thousands of guests enjoy each year.

If you're ready to lead, build, improve, and make a lasting impact, we'd love to welcome you to the Unicoi team.