TENNESSEE STATE PARKS CHIEF OF MAINTENANCE

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT & CONSERVATION, MARSHALL COUNTY

This position is located at Henry Horton State Park Lodge in Marshall County.

Qualifications

Overview

This position is responsible for the maintenance of facilities, infrastructure, and grounds within a Tennessee State Park. Ensures the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of all physical structures and related systems within the assigned area of responsibility, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, and other essential equipment. Collaborates with all departments to understand and address maintenance needs promptly, verifying completion of work orders and routine maintenance across cabins, public spaces, meeting rooms, restaurants, kitchens, back-of-house areas, restrooms, and grounds.

Responsibilities

1. Maintain and follow a consistent preventative maintenance program for guest rooms, public areas, equipment, and facility systems.
2. Monitor recurring maintenance concerns and develop corrective actions to reduce repeat problems and improve facility reliability.
3. Works with appropriate management to recruit, hire, train, motivate, coach, counsel, evaluate, and when necessary, discipline or separate maintenance staff in accordance with TDEC standards and policies.
4. Creates, approves, and posts maintenance staff schedules to ensure operational coverage and effective labor cost management.
5. Develops, implements, and manages emergency response and maintenance programs to ensure safe operation of all equipment, structures, and grounds.
6. Ensures compliance with Tennessee State Park standards and applicable local, state, and federal codes and regulations.
7. Maintains knowledge of fire-safety systems-including detectors, fire panels, annunciator panels, and extinguishers-and ensures timely inspection and functionality. Responds immediately to alarms, determines incident severity, notifies appropriate authorities, and initiates corrective action.
8. Assists with the development of long-term capital replacement plans and renovations to ensure equipment and facilities are up to date and that future funding needs are anticipated.
9. Assists in preparing and managing the annual maintenance department budget.
10. Administers vendor contracts related to maintenance operations, ensuring service quality, cost control, and contract compliance.
11. Performs repairs on various small and heavy equipment.
12. Conducts basic mechanical work on engines, electrical systems, cooling systems, hydraulics, and suspension components.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies: 

1. Directs Work
2. Manages Conflict
3. Action Oriented
4. Builds Effective Teams
5. Situational Adaptability

Knowledges: 

1. Administration and Management
2. Building and Construction
3. Engineering and Technology
4. Mechanical
5. Public Safety and Security

Skills: 

1. Critical Thinking
2. Equipment Maintenance
3. Installation
4. Instructing 
5. Management of Financial Resources

Abilities: 

1. Deductive Reasoning
2. Problem Sensitivity 
3. Sound Localization
4. Prolonged Stamina
5. Written Comprehension

Tools & Equipment

1. Computers/Tablets
2. Mowers/Tractors/Heavy Equipment
3. Hand Tools/Power Tools
4. Trucks/ Motorized Vehicles
5. Two-Way Radios

Salary : $55,296