Assistant Director of Maintenance
Governors Club · Chapel Hill, NC · 5 days ago
Management$23–$28/hrFull-time
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Leadership & Department Operations
- Assist the Director of Maintenance with the daily leadership and operation of the Maintenance Department.
- Serve as a key point of contact for maintenance operations in the Director's absence.
- Assist with prioritizing, assigning, and following up on maintenance requests and departmental work orders.
- Help coordinate daily and weekly maintenance priorities based on Club operations, member activity, events, and facility needs.
- Provide direction and support to Maintenance team members as assigned.
- Aid in developing and maintaining departmental procedures, standards, preventive maintenance schedules, and operating systems.
- Maintain strong communication with Club department leaders regarding maintenance needs, project status, facility concerns, and operational impacts.
- Help ensure maintenance work is completed efficiently, professionally, safely, and to Club standards.
- Participate in weekend and after-hours leadership coverage as scheduled to support Club operations and respond to facility needs.
- Building Maintenance & Repairs
- Perform and oversee general maintenance and repairs throughout Club facilities and property.
- Diagnose and correct routine plumbing problems, including faucets, fixtures, toilets, drains, valves, and minor leaks.
- Complete carpentry, drywall, painting, remodeling, hardware, door, lock, ceiling tile, and finish repairs.
- Replace and maintain interior and exterior lighting as needed.
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to HVAC and mechanical systems.
- Change HVAC filters and perform other routine HVAC maintenance as required.
- Inspect, repair, and maintain Club equipment, fixtures, furniture, amenities, and building components.
- Assist with minor appliance, kitchen equipment, fitness equipment, and other operational equipment troubleshooting when appropriate.
- Complete repairs internally when the work can reasonably and safely be performed by Club staff before engaging outside contractors.
- Maintain the interior and exterior appearance of Club facilities through painting, refinishing, repairs, and general upkeep.
- Preventive Maintenance
- Assist in developing, implementing, and completing scheduled preventive maintenance programs throughout Club facilities.
- Inspect mechanical rooms, building systems, equipment, amenities, and facilities for developing problems.
- Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records, inspection logs, and service schedules.
- Proactively identify maintenance concerns before they develop into operational disruptions, safety issues, or major repairs.
- Assist with routine inspections and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool, kitchen, fitness, racquet, clubhouse, and other Club systems and facilities.
- Monitor equipment condition and assist with identifying future repair or replacement needs.
- Operational & Event Support
- Respond promptly and professionally to maintenance requests from Club departments.
- Cook with Club leaders to minimize disruption to member services while repairs or maintenance work is being completed.
- Assist with furniture movement, equipment installation, event setup, and other facility-related operational needs.
- Support Club operations during special events, tournaments, holidays, and periods of high activity.
- Prepare facilities and property for changing or severe weather conditions and assist with post-weather recovery.
- Respond to urgent maintenance issues affecting member or employee safety, comfort, or Club operations.
- Absorb recycling, waste removal, and proper disposal of materials as necessary.
- Maintain flexibility to respond to changing Club priorities and operational needs.
- Golf Course Security & Property Access
- Oversee the Club's morning golf course security and access-control program in coordination with Golf Operations and Club leadership.
- Assist with scheduling, training, communication, and accountability for employees assigned to morning golf course security responsibilities.
- Monitor access to the golf course and Club property to help ensure facilities are being utilized only by authorized members, guests, employees, and approved individuals.
- Conduct periodic patrols and observations of the golf course and surrounding Club property as assigned.
- Professionally address or report unauthorized golf course access, improper use of Club property, or suspicious activity in accordance with Club procedures.
- Communicate security or access concerns promptly to the appropriate Club leadership.
- Absorb contractor and project support.
- Contractor & Project Support
- Absorb contractor and project support.
- Provide contractors with appropriate access to work areas and communicate Club operational requirements.
- Monitor contractor activity and work quality when assigned.
- Absorb information, proposals, and documentation related to repairs and facility projects.
- Support renovation, repair, replacement, and capital improvement projects from planning through completion.
- Coordinate project schedules to minimize disruption to members and Club operations.
- Inspect completed work and help ensure project and contractor work areas are left safe, clean, and fully operational.
- Absorb identification of facility improvements and future capital needs.
- Follow and help reinforce all Club safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.
- Properly use and maintain tools, ladders, lifts, vehicles, machinery, equipment, and personal protective equipment.
- Immediately identify and report unsafe conditions, significant building-system concerns, and potential hazards.
- Maintain clean, safe, organized, and professional maintenance shops, mechanical rooms, workspaces, vehicles, and storage areas.
- Ensure maintenance work areas are appropriately secured and cleaned before being returned to member or employee use.
- Protect Club assets and exercise appropriate care when working in member-facing areas.
- Perform maintenance work with an understanding that appearance, cleanliness, professionalism, and discretion are essential components of the member experience.
- Preferred Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, commercial maintenance, construction, or a similar hands-on maintenance environment.
- Working knowledge of multiple building trades, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC/refrigeration, painting, and general mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot, diagnose, and complete routine repairs while recognizing when specialized or licensed contractor support is required.
- Ability to safely and effectively operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, and other maintenance equipment.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple maintenance requests while responding appropriately to changing operational needs.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-service and hospitality-oriented mindset.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with members, employees, department leaders, vendors, and contractors.
- Demonstrated reliability, sound judgment, initiative, and attention to detail.
- Coachable and adaptable personality, with a willingness to learn new skills, receive feedback, and adjust priorities as Club operations require.
- Ability and willingness to take on increased responsibility and provide leadership and direction to others when needed.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, occasional evenings, and emergency situations, as Club operations require.
- Previous facilities or maintenance experience within a private club, luxury hotel, resort, healthcare facility, university, commercial property, or other high-service environment.
- Trade school, technical training, apprenticeship experience, or professional certification/licensure in one or more applicable trades, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, refrigeration, or related fields.
- HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience.
- EPA Section 608 Certification or similar HVAC/refrigeration credential.
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification.
- Commercial kitchen-equipment troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
- Basic knowledge of building automation, energy management, or facility control systems.
- Experience working with pumps, motors, boilers, water heaters, refrigeration systems, and similar mechanical equipment.
- Previous experience coordinating contractors, vendors, preventive maintenance programs, or small facility improvement projects.
- Previous supervisory or team-lead experience within a maintenance, facilities, construction, or similar environment.
- Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
- Ability to push/lift 75 pounds.
- Safety and environmental conditions include working around mechanical equipment, electrical systems, chemicals, and other normal facilities-maintenance environments.
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Golfing and Tennis Privileges
- Complimentary Meals