Director of Facilities

Is this for you?

Are abundant opportunities to grow into new roles and responsibilities in a fast-paced, high-growth organization appealing to you? Do you like being a part of a world class team that inspires and supports one another? Are you passionate about hospitality, travel, and experiences? Would you like the daily opportunity to make a difference in others’ lives?If you answered yes to these questions above, then keep reading, and apply to join the tribe and embark on your next career adventure with Weekender by taking the first step below!

Why Weekender?

Because we are a young company and team of ambitious, mission-driven Weekenders working together to change how people travel and experience the world through adventure. It is our vision to inspire the next generation of travelers to adventure more into the great outdoors, to roam freely and explore new areas and activities, to find or nurture their passions, and to connect with themselves, those they love, and the world around them more deeply. This is also our vision for ourselves, for our team, and for our culture here at Weekender. To learn more about our company, our culture, and what it's like to work at Weekender, watch this short 2 min video .

About The Role

This is a rare opportunity to have an immediate and lasting impact in a young startup company and culture in its growth , and grow personally and professionally with an amazing team.

General Responsibilities

The Director of Facilities and Maintenance position will oversee and manage various projects, both maintenance of existing building facilities at numerous properties, as well as project manage new capital improvements, special projects, and other projects in the field at various properties. This role includes managing both full time and part time direct reports, at corporate and at the individual properties, in addition to hands-on maintenance and repair work, as well as liaising and coordinating with outside contractors and vendors.This company manages various new acquisition renovation projects throughout the Adirondacks, Upstate New York and Northeast region of the US.Headquartered in Saratoga Springs, NY but an in-the-field/office hybrid position, you would be reporting directly to our Director of Operations, and supporting the various General Managers of the portfolio hotels to carry out your responsibilities and oversee the facilities and maintenance department.

This is a fast-growing hospitality brand with various properties that incorporate facilities that include but are not limited to guest rooms and cabins, exterior amenities such as swimming pools, lakes and docks, boats, fireplaces/pits and playground equipment, saunas, sheds, and other facilities that need consistent maintenance plans implemented.

We are looking for a skilled maintenance professional to actively take care of and oversee each of our portfolio properties in the Northeast Region (NY/VT/NH) and help build out the department. This person would live regionally, be given access to a company GMC ¾ ton truck and other equipment such as trailers, tractor and heavy equipment, plows, etc. This person would not have an issue with traveling to and from various properties throughout the week, and have gas covered on a company card. The position is demanding, with a good amount of travel to and from various properties, and requires skills in both general trade and maintenance, as well as project management and organizational skills, as well as good communication skills.

This position is a working supervisor position, meaning that this person will perform the work required to repair and maintain as well as supervise other team members and third party vendors and contractors in this role and across all hotels in the Weekender portfolio.

Responsibilities & Expectations

In this important role, you will be responsible for the following key functional areas (but not limited to these and with an expectation to remain flexible as we are growing quickly and change happens fast):

Preventative Maintenance and Ongoing Project Work

• Build a Preventative Maintenance Calendar and Schedule
• To include each existing property and will include newly acquired properties as they come
• Assign priority levels and a process for completion
• Help train and educate property operators and other team members on the importance of preventative maintenance against the bottom line and their budgets
• Handle as many preventative maintenance tasks in house as much as possible in order to control budget
• Order necessary supplies at best price possible for projects
• Schedule outside vendors for those outside of in house ability, for best price and best quality service possible
• Preventative maintenance projects could include checking boiler systems, cleaning fireplace units, maintaining structure, etc.
• Build an ongoing project Calendar and Schedule for any larger projects

• To include each existing Weekender property, from highest priority to lowest priority level
• Project could include new flooring, building outside storage sheds, painting, roofing, etc.

• Handle as many projects as possible in house in order to control budget
• Order necessary supplies at best price possible for projects

• Source and get bids and negotiate contracts for outside contracts when scopes cannot be handled in-house (certain landscaping and snow removal where we cannot do in-house, etc.)

• Diagnose, fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines
• Manage running maintenance and project list to execute and address and complete work in timely and budget-conscious manner
• Attend site inspections with DOH, DEC, APA, and other regulators when needed
• Go through relevant position and management trainings successfully
• Hire and manage third party vendors
• Plan all scheduled maintenance
• Maintain maintenance budgets
• Plan and estimate special projects
• Ensure that all vendor paperwork such as insurance and W9s are submitted before work is done (These should be submitted to our Regional Manager)
• Assist in various projects including new acquisition renovations, current ownership maintenance
• Will attend site visits and new property walkthroughs
• Assist with various special projects as needed
• Will assist General Managers with writing their yearly maintenance plans and wish lists while helping to achieve results

This description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Additionally, the responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties may be assigned.

This job requires 60% to 80% travel weekly (sometimes daily) and sometimes without warning for emergencies. The Facilities & Maintenance region covers the states of NY and New Hampshire, and Vermont and eventually Massachusetts and other areas of New England.

What we Expect From You

• Positive attitude, solution oriented, demonstrated leader, self-starter.
• Passionate about seeking and reaching your full potential personally and professionally
• Demonstrated accountability and responsibility in all endeavors
• Effectively articulate ideas, thoughts, solutions and strategies to problems encountered
• Growth mindset a must in all affairs, open to coaching and mentorship
• Open to vulnerability
• Committed to lifelong learning, and growth
• Self-motivated, self-starter, self-accountable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to remain flexible and efficient in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays
• Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
• Attendance at Weekender company management and leadership training programs as part of internal training and development program, and attendance at offsite retreat events held several times a year
• Strong communicator in all forms (written, verbal, non-verbal, etc.)

Compensation Package Offered & Included:

• Competitive Salary: Between $65,000 - $75,000 annual salary based on experience
• Performance-based incentive program
• Company vehicle provided and company-provided fuel for vehicle
• Employee Benefits:
• Comprehensive Insurance Plan through HealthyNY - 60% Company contribution paid
• Competitive 401k Retirement Matching Plan up to 4% match
• Comprehensive Dental & Vision Insurance - 100% Company paid
• Monthly Health and Wellness stipend
• Professional training and development opportunities, GO1 course training, Cornell University courses, coaching and specific training opportunities, and continued opportunities and eligibility for promotion within the company to new positions of added responsibility to advance within the company with demonstrated performance and leadership
• 3 (three weeks) PTO paid vacation per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Construction site
• In-person
• Office
• Outdoor work

Ability to Relocate:

• Saratoga Springs, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person