Director of Engineering

The Director of Engineering and Water Quality at Zion Canyon Hot Springs manages the effective functioning of the entire resort, including physical buildings, pools, pipeline, mechanical rooms, pumphouse, electrical, and HVAC systems. They will be responsible for the supervision of maintenance and water quality team members and direct their activities for the shift duration. This person will help lead all facility capital improvement projects, managing subcontractors and creating and administering any related contracts as necessary. They will also perform functional management duties for their reports and manage the safety, preventative maintenance, and spare parts programs related to their area. The position will uphold our Core Values, Vision and Mission at all times.

Salaried Position:

This position is a salaried position and considered an exempt position per federal wage law.

Responsibilities:

· Leadership and Communication:

• Model and hold staff accountable to company policies.
• Make recommendations to improve the performance of the department and company.
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with all employees, contractors, inspectors and vendors.
• Interview, hire, train, and schedule departmental employees.
• Reward and recognize. Provide timely, constructive coaching for improvement. Utilize corrective action plans and terminate as needed.
• Conduct ongoing job training of personnel, including internal and external certifications and regular safety training.
• Employee development through goal setting, accountability, discipline, coaching, and annual reviews.
• Develop, implement, and maintain departmental processes, policies, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain employee training and documentation.
• Responsible for scheduling and payroll of the department.
• Record keeping of all critical maintenance records.
• Maintain safety records for OSHA compliance.

Financial:

• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget by forecasting, budgeting, developing action plans, measuring and analyzing results and minimizing the impact of variances in your department.
• Actively seek cost saving measures and make prudent purchases.
• Manage 3rd party service agreements.

Operations:

• Overall responsibility for daily operations of the department.
• Implement and maintain a comprehensive audit system for the property with a keen eye for presentation.
• Oversee property operations to achieve stated objectives for presentation, safety, and guest services.
• Ensure required daily, monthly, and annual inspections and preventative maintenance tasks are completed.
• Participate in the software implementation for managing maintenance activities, including work orders, preventative maintenance, inspections, and standard operating procedures.

Safety:

• Comply with regulatory agencies such as EPA, OSHA, UBS/IBC, County Health Department, Liquor Division, Washington County Water Conservatory, and the State of Utah.
• Maintain and organize all permits and licenses related to facilities.
• Ensure all projects with employees and/or contractors are done in a safe manner to minimize any risk or injury.

Requirements:

• Take the most effective role.
• Basic first aid, exposure control, and advanced safety courses required upon hire
• Possess and maintain a professional appearance and positive demeanor.
• Some travel required for retreats and training and development.
• Available to work full time including overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Expected to be on call and available to assist in emergency situations.
• Complete other tasks or duties as they are assigned by your direct report.

Recommended Qualifications:

• Previous facility experience, preferably related to water quality.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Plumbing License, Certified Pool & Spa (CPO) License, Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certified.
• 5 years of work experience with managing multiple teams of technical employees through projects.
• 2 years of senior management experience.
• Previous experience in property maintenance required.
• Knowledge of best practices for safety and OSHA requirement.
• Excellent leadership and team building skills with ability to organize and prioritize
• Administrative organizational skills, attention to detail & project completion.
• Critical thinking skills to work through various issues that arise.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency and serious situations and to act in a productive manner.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, stressful environment
• Courtesy, alertness, a positive attitude and the ability to learn quickly are necessary.
• Ability to read, comprehend, generate and modify procedural documents.
• Valid driver’s license, 18 years of age and high school diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift to 15 pounds.
• Able to bend, stretch, and twist.
• Able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Able to climb multiple flights of stairs on daily basis and walk frequently

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Performance bonus

Ability to Relocate:

• La Verkin, UT 84745: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $105,000 - $120,000