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Columbus Hospitality Management; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The World Equestrian Center is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management, a company devoted to exceptional guest experiences and a supportive work environment. The Maintenance Manager leads maintenance and landscaping operations, overseeing HVAC, electrical systems, grounds, and compliance while guiding a team and managing budgets.

Local and regional travel may be required; a valid driver’s license is necessary.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required; an Associate’s Degree or Technical School diploma is preferred.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the physical operations of the property, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, electric systems, and grounds/landscaping.
• Operate and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS), identifying deficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
• Execute and maintain the property's preventative maintenance program.
• Develop and manage energy conservation initiatives to reduce operational costs.
• Create and lead emergency response programs and conduct regular safety inspections and drills.
• Ensure compliance with all local codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Maintain detailed operational records for auditing and efficiency.
• Train and supervise maintenance staff, ensuring a safe and productive work environment.
• Hire, schedule, and evaluate maintenance personnel performance.
• Participate in the Manager on Duty (MOD) program and oversee departmental administration.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget in alignment with organizational guidelines.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee competitive bidding processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Facilities management

Vendor management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree or Technical School diploma

Job description

The Maintenance Manager provides leadership and oversight for all maintenance and landscaping operations related to the physical upkeep of the hotel and its outlets. This roleis responsible forsupervising daily maintenance activities, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the propertyoperatesefficiently, safely, and in compliance with all regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee the physical operations of the property, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, electric systems, and grounds/landscaping.
• Operate and troubleshoot Building Automation Systems (BAS),identifyingdeficienciesand implementing corrective actions.
• Execute andmaintainthe property's preventative maintenance program.
• Develop and manage energy conservation initiatives to reduce operational costs.
• Create and lead emergency response programs and conduct regular safety inspections and drills.
• Ensure compliance with all local codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Maintain detailed operational records for auditing and efficiency.
• Train and supervise maintenance staff, ensuring a safe and productive work environment.
• Hire, schedule, and evaluate maintenance personnel performance.
• Participate in the Manager on Duty (MOD) program and oversee departmental administration.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget in alignment with organizational guidelines.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee competitive bidding processes.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates willbe requiredto perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demandsrepresentthe physical requirements necessary for an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position.

• Standing for extended periods
• Pushing, pulling, lifting, shoveling, reaching, and grabbing
• Regularlylifting upto 55lbs; occasionally exerting up to 100lbsduring MOD shifts

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School Diplomarequired;Associate’s Degreeor Technical School diploma preferred
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Travel

Local and regional travel isrequiredresulting in overnight trips. This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid Driver’s license. The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver’s license upon being hired.

The World Equestrian Center is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management , a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and byprovidingdevelopment opportunities.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE. All applicants willbe requiredtosubmit toa background check prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.