Herschend is seeking an experienced and inspired Engineering Manager to help steward the heart and backbone of our newest hospitality venture, Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel, located in the vibrant rhythm of Downtown Nashville. This role is perfect for a hands-on leader who takes pride in keeping spaces running beautifully behind the scenes, brings a deep respect for safety and craftsmanship, and believes that great hospitality is powered by strong teamwork and well-maintained environments.
The Engineering Manager position allows a qualified candidate the opportunity to assist leading the pre-opening efforts for
Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel featuring 245 rooms, two F&B Entertainment venues, a market, and Dolly Parton's Museum. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who blends technical expertise with heartfelt hospitality, inspiring their team to maintain a safe, seamless, and beautifully cared-for environment where every guest experience can shine.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise and direct the Engineering staff
- Coordinate maintenance tasks with the Director of Engineering
- Coordinate budgetary expenses with the Director of Engineering
- Responsible for the recruiting, hiring, training and retention of Engineering staff in coordination with the Director of Engineering
- Responsible for weekly scheduling of Engineering staff in coordination with the Director of Engineering
- Maintenance of supply inventory and par levels.
- Manage scheduling of regular preventative maintenance for equipment, guestrooms, and common areas
- Work with outside contractors to provide necessary improvements or maintenance as directed
- Maintain records of work activities and support materials
- Work with other departments when directed
- Provide written reports to other departments as needed
- Assign and perform daily rounds, e.g. checking boilers, common areas, sprinkler systems, lighting, refrigeration, fire panels, etc.
- Assign and attend to any work orders, guest requests, housekeeping requests, front desk requests, and guestroom calls
- Maintain all facilities and systems in safe and efficient working order
- Provide for safe disposal of all waste material
- Complete assigned tasks in a safe, timely manner
- Maintain tools and work area in a safe, secure, and efficient condition
- Perform electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, foodservice equipment, and HVAC repairs and preventative maintenance
This job description is not an "all-inclusive' list of the duties and responsibilities of this position or of the skills and abilities required to perform this position. QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Must be able to clearly communicate with guests and coworkers, including written and verbal communication
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must be able to stand or walk for up to 8 hours
- Must have schedule flexibility, possibly to include working nights, weekends, and holidays
- 1 year of previous maintenance supervisory experience preferred
- 3 years of previous hotel or apartment maintenance experience preferred
- Must have basic computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office
- Electrical, EPA, and/or HVAC certifications preferred
- Must be able to lift arms above head and shoulders
