Chief Engineer

Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge; McRae–Helena (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On Site Housing

Cell phone reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Holidays

401k retirement plan

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge in McRae-Helena, GA, seeks an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, oversee maintenance of facilities, systems, and infrastructure, and drive continuous improvement.

You will manage preventive maintenance programs, plan projects, supervise staff, and ensure guest readiness while safeguarding safety and regulatory compliance.

This role requires strong leadership, budget management, and hands-on problem solving in a hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive engineering facilities management or maintenance leadership experience
• Previous supervisory or management experience
• Strong working knowledge of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, refrigeration and general construction
• Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs
• Ability to read blueprints, technical manuals and equipment specifications
• Budget management and purchasing experience
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and CMMS
• Excellent organizational, communication and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and emergencies
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification or obtain within 90 days
• Underground Storage Tank (UST) certification or obtain within 90 days
• EPA Section 608 Certification or obtain within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, train and develop the Engineering Department staff
• Develop, implement and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all facilities
• Plan and coordinate maintenance projects, renovations, repairs and capital improvements
• Monitor project schedules, budgets and staffing requirements
• Maintain records of preventive maintenance, repairs, utilities and expenses
• Purchase and maintain inventory of parts, tools and equipment
• Ensure proper operation of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, kitchen and other facility systems
• Monitor daily work performance and ensure maintenance tasks meet standards
• Schedule shifts, approve time off, overtime and department scheduling
• Review invoices and departmental expenditures while maintaining budget accountability
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards
• Coordinate with managers to prioritize needs with minimal guest disruption
• Maintain building security and assist during emergencies
• Support safety initiatives and participate on the property Safety Committee
• Serve as MOD on duty on designated days
• Respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies and assist with operations
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the General Manager

Skills

Engineering leadership

Supervisory experience

HVAC & building systems

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint reading

Budget management

CMMS

Communication

Multitasking

Driver's license

Flexibility

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chief Engineer Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge McRae Helena Georgia

Join Our Team Nestled in the heart of South Georgia Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge is a premier destination offering guests an exceptional outdoor recreation and hospitality experience Our property features a full service lodge cabins conference facilities championship golf course restaurant campground and miles of scenic natural beauty Managed by Coral Hospitality in partnership with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources we are committed to providing outstanding guest service while preserving one of Georgias most beautiful state parks We are seeking an experienced motivated and hands on Chief Engineer to lead our Engineering Department and oversee the maintenance operation and continual improvement of our facilities and infrastructure Position Summary Reporting directly to the General Manager the Chief Engineer is responsible for planning organizing directing and managing all engineering maintenance and facility operations throughout Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge This position ensures that all buildings equipment grounds support systems and public areas are maintained in a safe efficient and guest ready condition while leading the Engineering team and managing departmental budgets projects and preventive maintenance programs

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead supervise train and develop the Engineering Department staff
• Develop implement and maintain a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for all lodge buildings cabins restaurant facilities meeting spaces campground infrastructure equipment and public areas
• Plan and coordinate maintenance projects renovations repairs and capital improvement initiatives
• Monitor project schedules budgets and staffing requirements while ensuring projects are completed efficiently
• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance repairs utility usage operating statistics and repair and maintenance expenses
• Purchase and maintain inventory of parts tools equipment and maintenance supplies
• Ensure the proper operation of HVAC systems plumbing electrical systems kitchen equipment mechanical equipment pools if applicable irrigation systems and other facility infrastructure
• Monitor daily work performance and ensure all maintenance tasks meet departmental standards
• Schedule employee shifts approve time off requests overtime and departmental scheduling
• Review and approve invoices purchase requests and departmental expenditures while maintaining budget accountability
• Ensure compliance with all Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coral Hospitality OSHA fire safety health environmental and local regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with department managers to prioritize maintenance needs while minimizing disruption to guest services
• Maintain building security through lock and key control procedures
• Assist during emergencies and respond quickly to restore facility operations while protecting guests employees and property
• Support workplace safety initiatives and actively participate on the propertys Safety Committee
• Serve as Manager on Duty MOD on designated days providing leadership and operational oversight for the property while ensuring exceptional guest service and timely resolution of operational issues
• Respond to after hours maintenance emergencies and assist with operational emergencies as needed
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by the General Manager

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive engineering facilities management or maintenance leadership experience preferably within hospitality resorts hotels state parks or similar facilities
• Previous supervisory or management experience
• Strong working knowledge of building systems including HVAC plumbing electrical mechanical refrigeration and general construction
• Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs
• Ability to read blueprints technical manuals and equipment specifications
• Budget management and purchasing experience
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems CMMS preferred
• Excellent organizational communication and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings weekends holidays and emergency call outs when necessary
• Certified Pool Operator CPO certification or obtain within 90 days
• Underground Storage Tank UST certification or obtain within 90 days
• EPA Section 608 Certification or obtain within 90 days
• Available for evenings weekends holidays emergencies and MOD assignments

Leadership Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent customer service and guest relations
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Sound judgment and problem solving abilities
• Budget and cost management
• Project planning and organization
• Accountability and professionalism
• Safety awareness and regulatory compliance
• Initiative and continuous process improvement
• Adaptability in a fast paced hospitality environment
• Commitment to quality workmanship and operational excellence

Physical Requirements

• Frequently walk throughout the property including outdoor areas
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Climb ladders work from elevated platforms bend stoop kneel crawl and reach overhead
• Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Respond to emergencies at any time as required

Benefits

• On Site HousingCell phone reimbursementMedical dental and vision insurancePaid vacation and holidays401k retirement planLife insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee discountsProfessional development opportunities

Why Join Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge

We offer a rewarding work environment where your leadership and expertise directly contribute to the success of our property We offer a competitive benefits package for eligible candidates including On Site HousingCell phone reimbursementMedical dental and vision insurancePaid vacation and holidays401k retirement planLife insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee discountsProfessional development opportunitiesIf you are an experienced facilities leader who takes pride in maintaining exceptional hospitality properties and enjoys working in a scenic park setting we encourage you to apply and become part of the Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge team