Director, Maintenance & Construction

National Association of Women in Construction; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Association of Women in Construction is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the daily operations and maintenance of park facilities and attractions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in park operations and maintenance management, along with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and developing proactive maintenance strategies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in Park Operations and/or Construction and Maintenance Management is required.
• Extensive knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance, including applicable codes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily maintenance of all park facilities, rides, and attractions.
• Develop proactive maintenance plans and delegate assignments.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Detail Oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Ensure ride and facility readiness and preparedness for park operations.

• Must possess sound ability to keep team mobilized through consistent evaluation of processes and action to improve processes, delegation, managing of schedules and follow up on assignments.
• Participate in recruitment activities associated to personnel management, training and development of team members within maintenance division.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team that is consistently producing results and driving progress forward showing consistent improvements.
• Manage the daily maintenance of all park facilities, rides and attractions, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, electronic, carpentry, painting, plumbing and sound
• Audit routine inspections of rides, equipment and facilities to assess their condition and staff work performance, taking corrective actions as appropriate.
• Develop proactive maintenance plans and delegate assignments. Follow up and follow through on tasks/projects assigned.
• Determine priorities for scheduling of preventive maintenance, yearly overhauls, and construction projects.
• Ensure company property, facilities, rides, and equipment are installed and maintained in a safe, reliable and cost-effective manner.
• Prepare annual operating budgets. Monitor expenses and take appropriate action, if necessary, to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the park.
• Manage new construction and capital projects. Complete bid and contract process per company guidelines.
• Manage personnel, contractors and resources needed to make sure all projects are completed on time and on budget.
• Research, bid and oversee ordering of materials and/or services involved in maintenance and construction projects.
• Schedule and coordinate contractors, engineers and architects supplying services and/or materials to ensure completion of maintenance and construction projects on time and within budget.
• Coordinate details of construction projects with appropriate director and/or manager.
• Perform related administrative, supervisory and technical duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety.
• Ensure the assigned divisions comply with all regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and review the work of subordinate management staff.
• Direct employee performance through training, coaching, counseling, and performance management.
• Communicate with ride manufacturers and be the lead with property support center maintenance and safety to resolve difficulties and to ensure the safest possible operation and maintenance of rides. Communicate effectively with VP/GM and Corporate team when applicable on all relevant ride related issues.
• Interface and be the lead contact for property with various governmental agencies on a routine basis to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Ensure employee safety by working within and enforcing all OSHA requirements and other applicable safety laws.
• Represent the company to guests and other team members in a positive & friendly manner.
• Maintain a level of professionalism that represents the Wild Adventures brand, and the company’s core values at all times.
• “Create Memories Worth Repeating” for our Guests by exceeding expectations.
• Perform other duties as needed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Ideal candidate will be an owner and an individual who truly wants to take ownership and the property to a different level through creative vision, energy and hard work.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
• Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
• Strategic Planning - Ability to develop and execute with little intervention a vision for the future and create a culture in which the long-range goals can be achieved.
• Analytical Skills - The Ability to be given direction, understand the direction and achieve positive results by analyzing the situation, the materials given, and the tasks to be done.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the small things. Like wiping down the stainless-steel trash cans in the restrooms or removing spots from the mirrors.
• Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• Management Skills - Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Training - Ability to develop a particular skill in others to bring them up to a predetermined standard of work performance.
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Communication Skills - Ability to communicate effectively with others using spoken or written word in a mannerism that is timely and professional.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or 10+ years' experience in industrial technology, maintenance management, engineering, or related field is required. 10+ years' experience in Park Operations and/or Construction and Maintenance Management is required. Extensive knowledge and understanding of electrical and mechanical maintenance including applicable codes preferred.

Computer Skills

Competency in MS programs.

Travel Required

Yes.5-10%

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader

:Inspires teammates to follow them

Dedicated

:Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player

:Works well as a member of a group

Innovative

:Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Functional Expert

:Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

Preferred

Goal Completion

:Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Self-Starter

:Inspired to perform without outside help

Ability to Make an Impact

:Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Experience

Required

10 years:

Park operations and construction and maintenance management