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Director of Engineering

The Lodge at Sonoma Resort and Spa
Sonoma, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026

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https://sagehospitality.jobs/

POSITION FOCUS

Develop, implement and manage emergency programs for the operation and maintenance of all equipment and physical structures and landscaping in compliance with corporate/franchise standards, local, state and national codes and regulations to protect the asset, guests and employees, to ensure optimum operations, minimize expenses and maximize customer satisfaction. Position is responsible for the short and long term planning and day-to-day operations of the engineering division. Recommends the department's budget and capital expenditures and manages expenses within approved budget constraints. Participates in total hotel management as a member of the hotel Executive Committee.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supervise the Human Resources in the division to attract, retain and motivate the staff; hire, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, provide open communication vehicles, discipline and terminate, as appropriate.

· Develop, recommend, implement and manage the department's budget capital expenditure plan, forecasts and objectives consistent with maintaining a first class property and management's expectations.

· Develop, implement and manage a maintenance program and negotiate maintenance contracts for the hotel, the grounds and all of the equipment in compliance with corporate/franchise standards and local, state and national codes and regulations to ensure the safety, convenience and satisfaction of all guests, managers and employees to protect the asset and maintain the property in first class condition.

· Develop, implement and direct all Emergency Programs; ensure all equipment is maintained, conduct inspections and drills, ensure compliance with all codes and regulations, train all employees and maintain accurate records to ensure a safe environment which protects the asset, guests and employees.

· Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses.

· Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed for minimal cost.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

· All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

Eleven to thirty associates

BEHAVIORAL FOCUS

At Sage, we pride ourselves on the behaviors that build our culture and help associates perform in their positions. We value integrity, performance, team spirit, growth, delivering extraordinary guest experiences, and engaging in our communities. We have also outlined specific competencies that contribute to success at Sage. Please review our competency models to understand the behaviors expected of different levels in the organization (you may find these models in our learning management system).

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Formal Training

More than two years of post-high school education

Experience

Experience required by position is from four to five years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).

Knowledge/Skills

· Requires advanced knowledge of building management/engineering. May require advanced working knowledge of other major areas in the hotel and the skill to integrate and communicate that information.

· Requires advanced knowledge of building management/engineering and housekeeping operations.

· May require considerable working knowledge of other major areas in the hotel and the skill to integrate and communicate that information.

· Must have advanced working knowledge in the following areas:

o General plumbing, refrigeration, air conditioning, electrical systems, boilers, bathroom fixtures and tiling,

o painting – prep to finish, basic carpentry, groundskeeping. Requires advanced knowledge of building management/engineering.

· Requires analyzing activities and/or information involving some original data manipulation or interpretation to arrive at logical conclusions.

· Requires management skills.

· Ability to provide information and associated services to hotel management and guests.

· Excellent comprehension and literacy required for procedures, reports, budgets, instructions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ability to communicate with management and staff.

· Ability check hotel premises.

· Ability to communicate with management and staff.

· Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying of weights up to 25 lbs. and occasionally greater, for all hotel equipment and machinery. 50-75% of job function.

· Frequent bending and/or kneeling throughout the day for repairs and maintenance of hotel property, equipment and machinery. 50% of job function.

· Mobility - throughout the hotel, all floors, varying heights and distances. Use of ladders and lifts required at times. Generally 75-80% of job function.

· Continuous standing required in varying degrees throughout the day.

· Climbing stairs up to approximately 210 steps 5% of each day.

· Driving - limited driving on an occasional basis for supplies, equipment, etc. Generally within 20 miles.

Environment

Work inside 95% of week; outside 5% of week. Abnormal temperatures - walk-in freezers - below 32 degrees, 1% of the time.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the associated with the position. May perform other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

  • Sonoma, CA 95476 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $115,000 - $125,000

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