Herd Maintenance Supervisor

The Herd Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for supervising daily herd operations and directing, training, and assisting in scheduling ranch hands as needed. They are also responsible for feeding and caring for animals, supervising caprine dairy operations, and the maintenance of all herd areas (barn, corrals, paddocks, chicken coop, milking parlor, etc). They must also assist the Recreation Team with facilitating herd activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

· Coordinate the care, purchase, feeding, milking, and breeding of herd animals

· Ensure the safety of staff, animals, and guests at the Hilltop

· Order and procure animal feed and operating supplies

· Prepare, keep, track, and update as needed records of animal health/vaccination and animal feed/operating supplies purchases

· Maintain proper working order of all equipment/infrastructure/areas and safe/sanitary/hygienic conditions in all herd operations, especially milking parlor

· Assist Grounds team as needed in maintaining Hilltop areas including planning and implementing grazing programs

· Help plan, facilitate, and implement animal & other activity programming at the Hilltop and on property for leisure/group guests & members

· Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner

· Assist in weekly scheduling of herd maintenance staff and other Recreation operations as needed

· Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform.

· Comply at all times with Carmel Valley Ranch standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.

· Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.

· Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.

Qualifications/Skills:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and /or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation.

Essential:

• Punctuality and regular and reliable attendance.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with co-workers/public and direct the work of others as necessary
• Knowledge of general proper animal care/maintenance
• Ability to provide legible communication internally and to vendors and/or guests
• Good computer skills & ability to keep/maintain records

· Ability to maintain safety standards and train staff on proper feeding and maintenance of animals.

• Background in a similar or related field

· Ability to work out-of-doors, year-round, in all types of weather

· Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time

· Possess a valid driver's license & ability to operate light farm vehicles

Desirable:

· Previous experience in hotel or hospitality field and with equines/caprines/bovines/ camelids/ruminants

• Local experience is preferred

· Ability to communicate in English and Spanish (to guests and staff) to their understanding

· Previous experience with purchasing systems.

· Ability to assist other departments, in cooperation with Herd Maintenance

Summary

As the Head Maintenance Supervisor, you will oversee all maintenance operations, ensuring the efficient functioning of machinery and facilities. Reporting to the Operations Manager, your role requires a blend of mechanical knowledge and supervisory experience to lead a skilled team. You will manage maintenance schedules, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and implement best practices in industrial maintenance. Your expertise in programmable logic controllers and CMMS will enhance operational efficiency, while your leadership skills will foster a collaborative work environment. Join us to drive excellence in maintenance management and support our organization's goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supervising maintenance teams and managing industrial maintenance operations.
• Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, including familiarity with high and low voltage systems.
• Proficient in interpreting schematics and using tools such as voltmeters and ohmmeters.
• Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLC) and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Background in HVAC and facilities management, along with project management skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities in English.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26