Assistant Chief Engineer

Job Description

Build your engineering career at one of Orlando's exciting resort destinations!

Avanti International Resort is seeking an experienced, hands-on **Assistant Chief Engineer** to help lead our Engineering team and keep our resort operating at its best. This is an excellent opportunity for a hospitality engineering professional who enjoys solving problems, leading a team, and taking pride in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained property for our guests and Team Members.

Working closely with the **Chief Engineer**, you will help oversee the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the resort, including guest rooms, public areas, pools, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, equipment, and preventative maintenance programs.

What You'll Do
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* Assist the Chief Engineer with the daily leadership and operation of the Engineering department
* Supervise, train, coach, and develop Engineering Team Members
* Review daily work orders, prioritize assignments, and ensure repairs are completed accurately and timely
* Perform hands-on repairs and assist the team during high-volume or emergency situations
* Maintain guest rooms, public areas, pools, equipment, and back-of-house areas to resort standards
* Troubleshoot HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, mechanical, and other building systems
* Monitor recurring maintenance issues and implement long-term corrective solutions
* Support and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program
* Inspect completed work to ensure quality, safety, and proper equipment operation
* Respond quickly to guest requests and emergency maintenance situations
* Assist with maintaining appropriate inventories of tools, equipment, parts, and supplies
* Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors when necessary
* Help ensure compliance with safety requirements, applicable codes, company policies, and resort standards
* Partner with resort leadership and other departments to minimize operational disruptions and deliver an excellent guest experience
* Help monitor utility usage and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and control costs

What We're Looking For
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* **3--5 years of hotel/resort engineering or maintenance experience**
* Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a hotel Engineering department
* Strong hands-on knowledge of **HVAC, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and general maintenance**
* Experience with **pools, A/C systems, drywall, plumbing, and preventative maintenance**
* Experience maintaining restaurant and Food \& Beverage equipment preferred
* Relevant HVAC, electrical, refrigeration, plumbing, or other technical certifications are a plus
* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
* Ability to prioritize multiple projects and respond effectively to emergencies
* Strong communication skills and a team-oriented leadership style
* Commitment to guest service, safety, property appearance, and operational excellence