Maintenance Supervisor

You will lead our maintenance team by execution of safe, efficient property operations in all weather conditions. This job allows you to adapt to various departments and areas across our property. All employees receive perks of $50 rooms at any of our properties, and discount rates at our spa, restaurant, and retail.

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, an Averill Hospitality Resort, is Montana's premier lakefront, leisure and outdoor activity destination. The Lodge is a 4-star hotel located only 5 minutes from downtown Whitefish and 10 minutes from Whitefish Ski Resort. Our customer experience focuses on authentic Montana hospitality that creates lasting memories. The Hotel is one of several family-owned businesses under Averill Hospitality.

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, one of Montana's AAA Four Diamond resorts, is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our Guest Services Team through October.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND POSITION PURPOSE:
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance activities as directed and instructed by the Facilities Manager at the Lodge, Viking, and Condo properties. 

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilities Maintenance: Maintain in good working order and condition all areas of hotel utilities and basic functions (i.e.) electrical, plumbing, telephone, HVAC, audio systems, outdoor irrigation, elevators, alarm systems, pool systems, and all Guest Room amenities requiring maintenance.
• Work Order Protocol: Monitor the scope of work and pace of completion of tasks that come through the Work Order System. Timely completion is desirable, but discretion is important as to the management of time and resources. Adherence to the procedure and diligence regarding the system key functions.
• Large Scale Facilities Maintenance Functions:  Shop Supervisor shall NOT be responsible for long –term planning, scheduling of staff, and adherence to budget.  Capital Improvements and purchases exceeding $300 shall require approval of Facilities Manager.
• Reporting to Supervisors: Shop Supervisor shall report directly to the Facilities Manager, and, in some instances, technical expertise shall require briefings and reports to the General Manager and the Board of Directors.
• Staff Supervision: Shop Supervisor shall have daily control of the Maintenance Staff and their priorities and workload.  Initiative must be exhibited regarding assignment of, and accountability for, tasks and work orders.
• Attendance: Full-time position requiring regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Work Environment: Most work will be performed within the greater Lodge property holdings. The Maintenance shop and the mechanical rooms throughout the property will require the most attention.
• Occasional tasks related to ordering and purchasing will require offsite meetings and trips. Lodge vehicles will be provided.
• Make continued effort to enhance the training and abilities of the other members of the Maintenance Department.
• Make continued efforts to assess the strengths of each member of the Maintenance Department and put tasks in line with strengths to increase productivity and odds of success by giving any specific task.
• Daily morning inspection and checking of following systems: hot water systems; HVAC systems; heating systems; elevators; fire systems; sewer system checks and fuel system check.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Perform routine duties independently.
• Set priorities and schedule own work in accordance with established and general policies and procedures requiring regular interpretation.
• Sound judgment, thoroughness, and competence.
• Work effectively and productively with others and interface with all departments requiring maintenance functions.
• Full knowledge of importance of work performance and the serious impact that failure to perform effectively may have on hotel operations, interdepartmental relations, and the efficient use of resources.
• Full-time position requires regular, reliability, and punctual attendance.
• Trustworthy, honest, and reliable.
• Work well with co-workers.
• Always be courteous, helpful, and considerate to guests and co-workers.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

EDUCATION

·         No formal education is required, however, extensive experience in the construction industry is essential, and as indicated in the Work Experience section, a working knowledge of all or several of the following areas is required:  plumbing, electrical, telephone, HVAC, audio, outdoor irrigation, alarm systems, pool and spa, basic computer skills and experience with hand tools.

EXPERIENCE/ LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

·         Experience in the construction industry is essential including a working knowledge of all or several of the following areas: plumbing, electrical, telephone, HVAC, audio, outdoor irrigation, alarm systems, pool and spa, basic computer skills and experience with hand tools.

Averill Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Lodge at Whitefish Lake, part of Averill Hospitality, offers full time, year-round employment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, insurance, 401(k) match, and company discounts at Averill Hospitality properties.

Work in an amazing destination town surrounded by breathtaking mountains and spectacular lakes filled with year-round adventure! Enjoy world class mountain biking, hiking, fishing, ziplining, horseback riding, river rafting, water sports, Glacier National Park, and more.