Chief Engineer

Company Overview: The Dillard House is a new addition to the Legacy Ventures portfolio and will be an exciting adventure as we build on what the Dillard family has developed since 1917. This one-of-a-kind property is nestled in the picturesque Tennessee River Valley within a two-hour drive north of Atlanta in Rabun County. It will represent tradition with authentically sourced cuisine, numerous outdoor activities and outstanding southern charm and hospitality. 

Summary:  Installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, plumbing, and electrical systems in resort buildings and restaurants.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Interview, hire, schedule, train and provide performance feedback for maintenance and security team members
• Ensure adherence to all safety and security policies and procedures
• Promote safe work practices. Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and preventative measures
• Operate within established budget guidelines, while managing expenses with appropriate prioritization
• Follow all required brand standards and achieve passing or better scores on all Brand Standard Audits
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely and accurate service delivery and market or better pricing
• Manage third party contractors, whether doing routine maintenance or in renovation, to ensure timely and accurate work completion, managing costs as appropriate
• Control inventory of property operations related tools and supplies
• Maintain hotel aesthetics (painting, furniture maintenance, prompt repairs, parking lot cleanliness, landscaping, etc.)
• Maintain Preventative Maintenance Program according to standards to maintain physical product, mechanical and other systems, within the rooms to insure they are being kept up to standards on a quarterly basis and for all major equipment as required. Record/maintain the proper documentation. Inspect all work performed by employees or third-party contractors to ensure quality
• Ensure completion of work orders with appropriate sense of urgency and quality
• Ensure adherence to local, state and federal compliance of all rules and regulations, including OHSA regulations
• Understand, enforce and maintain Fire Alarm system, Life Safety systems and all Emergency Procedures, including delivering training to key personnel. Maintain required records
• Manage snow removal when appropriate
• Maintain HVAC system and all guestroom units
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment
• Maintain property exterior curb appeal and landscaping per company procedure and standards
• Maintain approved key control program
• Maintain the following certifications or required training on behalf of self and property