Facilities Director

Cherokee Country Club - Immediate Facilities Director Needed

Are you a highly skilled and dynamic Facilities Director looking for an exciting opportunity at one of Tennessee's premier recreational and social clubs? Do you thrive in a fast-paced and community-driven environment?

Cherokee Country Club, founded in 1907, is seeking a Facilities Director to join our loving team. As a valued asset to the Knoxville community, we are dedicated to providing an outstanding family club experience. If you are motivated, enthusiastic, and have a passion for delivering excellent service, then this position is perfect for you!

Reports

to: Clubhouse Manager

Classification: Exempt

Education and/or Experience

Associate’s degree(minimum) in construction management or related field preferred.

Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, HVAC, and plumbing

are key.

Progressive experience as a Facility Engineer, Maintenance Professional, Construction/Project

Manager, or related position. Previous supervisory experience a plus.

Professional experience as a construction superintendent or project manager preferred.

Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and

other software applications desired.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations

Mechanically inclined with all-around knowledge of mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical and refrigeration. Hands-on capabilities for repairs.

Organizational abilities to coordinate club projects and renovations. Understanding of energy management and related systems.

Demonstrated ability to manage multi-discipline projects and utilize technical support staff.

Working knowledge of pool maintenance and chemical management is needed to maintain a safe and sanitary aquatic environment.

Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions; OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.

Job Summary (Essential Functions)

Manages a comprehensive facilities maintenance program to maintain the quality of all club facilities (excluding the golf course) in accordance with sound engineering practices.

Oversees day-to-day operations of department and personnel; directs service calls; repairs and troubleshoots malfunctions.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Responsible for maintenance of clubhouse and all surrounding buildings.
• Maintains and updates calendar of recurring projects, oversees their completion.
• Demonstrates overall leadership skills and accountability of all Club facilities and staff.
• Attends weekly managerial staff meetings.
• Maintains a positive work attitude and assists whenever possible.
• Maintains facilities in a like new condition with the highest of standards.
• Hires, trains, and supervises maintenance, repair, and housemen.
• Schedules hours of work for department staff
• Schedules workloads and work orders for all areas of the club and its equipment.
• Takes corrective action as needed to help ensure that budget goals are attained.
• Interacts with and oversees work of outside contractors.
• Completes other appropriate tasks assigned by the Clubhouse Manager / General Manager
• Maintenance, repair, and installation of lighting in clubhouse and surrounding parking lot, trees, walkways, footer lights, mailboxes, and all streetlights.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions and responds to service calls.
• Assists with preparation of annual budgeting of repair and maintenance, energy, and capital expenditures.
• Maintains and updates separate five-year maintenance and capital improvement plans for all buildings (exterior and interior).
• Plans, implements, and administers the energy management and preventive maintenance programs.
• Administers and directs all major and minor repairs and improvements.
• Procures bids and contracts required for all improvements.
• Coordinates in-house retrofit and cosmetic improvement program as directed by management.
• Supervises the purchasing of all goods and materials; initiates purchase orders for physical plant and facilities maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment, parts, and services, as required.
• Maintains and monitors fire, phone, data, music, audio / visual systems, cable, and TV systems for all facilities.
• Conducts daily facilities walkabouts and specific site inspection on an as-needed basis.
• Responsible for maintaining the pools in the aquatics center ensuring that they are clean, sanitary, and that the chemicals are properly balanced at all times during the pool season.
• Assists in preparing all necessary reports required by the city and county concerning safety, health and fire and provides for the renewal of all permits and licenses.
• Maintains work order database on a daily basis, trains and schedules staff.
• Consults with the GM, Clubhouse Manager and House Committee for budget approvals and endorsement of major projects.
• Serves as Primary House Liaison for the House Committee.
• Effectively coaches and mentor’s employees; proactively supports employee involvement and development; counsel’s employees on performance standards; and conducts timely performance reviews.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment with continual emphasis on promoting employee health and safety.
• Assists in training colleagues in proper safety techniques.
• Makes necessary repairs in-house when applicable.

Physical

Demands and Work Environment

Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.

Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; extreme cold;

extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Able to meet and perform physical requirements and to work effectively in an environment which is typical of this position.

Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling.

Frequent repetitive motions.

Continuous standing and walking.

Location: Cherokee Country Club 5138 Lyons View Pike, Knoxville, TN

Founded in 1907, Cherokee Country Club is one of Tennessee’s premier recreational and social clubs and a valued asset to the Knoxville community.
We aspire to provide an outstanding family club experience where warm hospitality and a broad selection of high quality, year-round social and recreational activities generate a culture of community among our member families. We celebrate our history and traditions while responding to the ever-changing desires of our members.

Pay: Starting at $90000 / year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Job Type: fulltime

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education: Associate's degree

Work location: On-site