ASSISTANT CHIEF LAUNDRY ENGINEER

About the role

The Ponte Vedra Inn & Club is an award-winning company known for its AAA Five-Diamond service, oceanfront setting, and commitment to excellence. Our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we take pride in creating an environment where talent is valued, developed, and recognized.

Responsibilities

• Aid the Chief Laundry Mechanic in overseeing the maintenance and repair of all commercial laundry equipment including washers, dryers, ironers, folders, presses, conveyors, and chemical dispensing systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance schedules on all laundry equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing issues affecting laundry operations.
• Support the Chief Laundry Mechanic in coordinating daily maintenance activities and work assignments.
• Serve as acting lead mechanic during the Chief Laundry Mechanic's absence.
• Assist in maintaining steam, water, air and drain systems associated with laundry.
• Diagnose equipment failures using schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Repair or replace motors, belts, bearings, valves, pumps, seals, and related components.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and system improvements.
• Maintain maintenance records, repair logs, and preventive maintenance documentation.
• Support parts inventory control.
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Communicate equipment status, repair timelines, and maintenance needs to laundry and engineering leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-7 years experience maintaining commercial or industrial laundry equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, motors, relays, and controls.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Experience performing preventative maintenance programs.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May provide guidance and training to junior mechanics.
• Assist the Chief Laundry Mechanic with scheduling.
• Support training of new maintenance staff in laundry equipment and procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50-75 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a hot, humid, and noisy environment.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and equipment failures as needed.

Benefits

• Vacation Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Sick Pay
• 401(k)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability/Life Insurance
• Free Parking
• Employee Café
• Dry Cleaning