Director of Maintenance Operations

Lakeshore Sport and Fitness; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced manager to join their leadership team in a vibrant and collaborative environment. This role is perfect for a solutions-oriented leader who thrives on community engagement and has a passion for fitness and fun. You'll oversee operations, manage teams, and ensure a high-quality experience for members while fostering a creative atmosphere. If you have a knack for problem-solving, excellent communication skills, and a desire to make a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you. Join a team that values energy, creativity, and collaboration!

Benefits

Complimentary Family Membership

Complimentary Child Care for Staff Children

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Employee Financial Relief Program

Daily Discounted Employee Meal Program

Winter and Summer Team Member Celebrations

50% off club services

Free Parking

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a manager or director leadership role required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations related to maintenance projects and club cleanliness.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard new team members with effective training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is Chicago's #1 Destination for Sport, Fitness & Fun! This position is at our Lincoln Park location.

Team Member Perks!

• Complimentary Family Membership
• Complimentary Child Care for Staff Children
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Employee Financial Relief Program
• Daily Discounted Employee Meal Program
• Winter and Summer Team Member Celebrations
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative team environment
• 50% off club services
• Free Parking

Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is looking for an experienced manager to join our Leadership Team! This person should be a solutions-oriented leader with the ability to be boots on the ground to get the work done. In addition, this person is a terrific communicator, professional, and has an enthusiasm for community with significant experience in a senior-level leadership role including management experience.

Responsibilities:
Overseeing operations as it relates to maintenance projects, repairs, building improvements, club cleanliness, vendor follow up, quality of work throughout the building, and more. This role includes the recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new team members, including a thoughtful training process to help new hires understand our business and workflow. This role is about the management of teams just as much as it is about the ability to execute projects, sometimes meaning physically working with teams on bigger projects throughout the building.
We are a creative and innovative business. When problems arise, we collaborate and share ideas that come from a place of yes. Our goal is to find solutions that improve both our space and experience for our members.
We are a fun and focused work environment packed with energy, creativity, and team collaboration!

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Minimum of 5 years in a manager or director leadership role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Weekend availability; this role requires working one full day a weekend.
• Strong ability to problem solve and adapt to situations as they arise.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.