PROPERTY ENGINEER

Kampgrounds of America, Inc.; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Property Engineer at Kampgrounds of America, Inc. oversees day-to-day operations of the maintenance and grounds teams across the campground properties.

This role ensures timely completion of all maintenance tasks, adherence to safety standards, and effective coordination with supervisors to manage budgets and resources. Ideal candidates will lead a team of Maintenance Engineers and Groundskeepers, read technical manuals and blueprints, and drive preventative maintenance programs while

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years in a supervisory or higher maintenance role.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and complete maintenance requests in a timely, prioritized manner.
• Lead maintenance and grounds staff to keep the property safe and well-maintained.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprints interpretation

Communication

Budgeting

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary:

The Property Engineer (PE) oversees the day-to-day operations of the maintenance and grounds department. The Property Engineer leads a team of Maintenance Engineers and Groundskeepers to keep the property clean, safe, well-maintained and in good working order. This position ensures all maintenance functions, including preventative maintenance are completed in a timely manner and are safety compliant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee and complete maintenance request and repairs in a timely manner and in order of priority.


• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on all types of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems located throughout a campground.


• Assist in the development, maintenance, and execution of a preventative maintenance program.


• Lead and participate in different maintenance or landscaping projects.


• Effectively communicate each day’s activities and problems to supervisor


• Ensure adherence to quality standards and health and safety regulations.


• Enforce and follow proper use of the Lockout/Tagout system before performing any maintenance work.


• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints and other documents related to their work.


• Obtain certifications to meet state and local government regulations.


• Assist in achieving monthly and annual departmental budget requirements.


• Assist in hiring and training and update supervisor on team performance.


• Prepare reports as required, relating to procedures, efficiency, scheduling, attendance, etc.


• Maintains tool and supply inventories.


• Maintain property by following the quality assurance manual.


• Monitor and implement the department safety program, which ensures all OAK employees work in a safe and hazard free environment that complies with various local, state, and federal safety requirements.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Minimum two years experience in a supervisory or higher role in maintenance or related field.


• Knowledge of the English language.


• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints and other documents related to their work.


• Decision-making ability.


• Excellent communication, collaboration, and delegation skills with ability to manage confrontation.


• Ability to motivate, lead and develop a team.


• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing procedures.


• Comfortable in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.


• Ability to read and maintain a budget.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality.


• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.


• Valid Driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly, lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.


• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, push, pull, reach overhead and move safely over uneven terrain.


• Use of repetitive motion, standing, bending, sitting, lifting, and walking.


• Noise levels may be moderate to loud.


• May be exposed to dust, pollen, grasses, landscaping, and various chemicals and moving mechanical equipment.


• Use of personal protective equipment required where necessary.


• Will experience occasional interruptions and shifting priorities.


• Valid driver’s license required, this position may be expected to drive a motorized vehicle which requires close and distance vision, sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, etc.