Resort Engineering Lead — Hands-On Assistant Director

Socket.dev; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package

401K with employer match

Cell phone allowance

Onsite parking

Free meals in EDR

Hotel/restaurant discounts

Job summary

San Diego Mission Bay Resort is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead a skilled team and work hands-on in a bustling 18-acre resort. You will collaborate with the Director of Engineering to drive maintenance excellence, safety, and exceptional guest experiences.

The role emphasizes proactive maintenance, team leadership, and a strong focus on environmental initiatives, with a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 year building maintenance experience.
• Good computer skills.
• Prior experience leading teams in a multi-faceted hotel or resort operation is required.
• Experience in a union environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute proactive Preventive Maintenance programs while responding efficiently to guest, member, and employee service needs.
• Recruit, train, develop, and motivate a diverse engineering team, including HVAC technicians, plumbers, electricians, painters, and general maintenance professionals.
• Actively support and advance the resort’s Green Initiative, identifying innovative strategies to reduce environmental impact.
• Elevate overall property condition, safety, and guest experience through attention to detail and team collaboration.
• Foster a positive, high-energy work environment that balances professionalism with fun.

Skills

Team leadership

HVAC/R knowledge

Plumbing

Electrical systems

Maintenance planning

Job description

San Diego Mission Bay Resort is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead a skilled team and work hands-on in a bustling 18-acre resort. You will collaborate with the Director of Engineering to drive maintenance excellence, safety, and exceptional guest experiences.

The role emphasizes proactive maintenance, team leadership, and a strong focus on environmental initiatives, with a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.