Engineering - Administrative Assistant

Ojai-Valley-Inn; Ojai (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ojai Valley Inn in Ojai, CA invites an Engineering Administrative Assistant to support the Engineering department by coordinating guest and engineering requests for rooms, equipment, public areas, and project work. You will organize appointments with contractors, maintain the FF&E library, and prepare reports and presentations.

The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and GSuite, strong clerical and organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and GSuite.
• Strong clerical and organizational abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the Engineering department.
• Coordinate guest and engineering requests for rooms/equipment and projects.
• Maintain vendor lists and assist with purchasing orders.
• Organize appointments with contractors and vendors; prepare reports and presentations.
• Assist with Knowcross/Hotsos work orders and related tasks.

Skills

Microsoft Office

GSuite

Clerical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tools

Knowcross

Hotsos

Adaco Purchasing Platform

Johnson Controls Systems

Job description

905 Country Club Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Job Description

The Engineering Administrative Assistant is responsible for all administrative activities in support of the Engineering department as pertaining to coordination of guest and Engineering requests for; rooms, equipment, public area spaces, construction, Safety Committee and other projects. Manages the department inventory and coordinates purchase orders. Organizes and coordinates appointments with contractors and vendors. Maintain vendor list. Answer phones and direct calls to the proper party or take a message. Responds to routine inquiries and correspondence and sends email and mail. Create reports, spreadsheets and presentations. Responsible for overseeing the organization’s FF&E library, all warranty information, and conducting research. May help compile procedure manuals, which could include editing technical drawings and other diagrams. Any other duties assigned by the Director of Engineering or Assistant Director of Engineering.

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees or guests.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office systems and GSuite.

Good clerical skills including proper telephone etiquette, alphabetical/numerical filing, use of copy machines, facsimile, and other standard equipment.

Good organizational skills.

Mechanical aptitude and understanding of mechanical/engineering vocabulary and engineering drawings helpful.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Good grammar usage. Able to compose correspondence including letters, emails, memos and reports.

Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Able to work and contribute to a team environment.

Able to work overtime to complete assignments as required.

Must have valid drivers license.

Knowledge of hotel law.

Knowledge and ability to execute an emergency plan.

Prior guest relations training.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills to communicate effectively in a multicultural workforce.

Knowledge of networked Fire control systems

Knowledge of Johnson Controls Systems.

Knowledge of of Adaco Purchasing Platform

Knowledge of Work Order programs (Knowcross, Hotsos)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department including, but not limited to, preventative maintenance, trouble calls, and budgeting.

Will be under the DOE and ADOE sourcing and ordering of needed parts for both day to day maintenance, and special projects.

Will be maintaining both documents and parts with solid communication and proven organizational skills.

Administrative duties will include: organizing and prioritizing work, both from E-mails and through Knowcross applications, maintaining a par system with commonly used parts and equipment.

Responsible for assisting with professional development and establishing and improving operating protocols and procedures.

905 Country Club Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA