Lead Engineer

About Fairmont Grand Del Mar

Bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy our five-star setting at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Immersed in the charm of Los Peñasquitos Canyon, the resort hosts 249 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, an 18-hole private Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a five-star spa and offers two dozen weekly outdoor activities across the 400 acres of dramatic canyon scenery including yoga, meditation and archery. The Grand includes six different dining venues, including San Diego’s only three-Michelin starred restaurant, Addison.  

Growth and advancement are not only accessible but actively encouraged. We promote a balanced life for our colleagues and continually seek new ways to enhance our environment and support our beautiful home of San Diego. 

About the Application Process

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, as our new Lead Engineer.

Responsibilities

To assist or perform repairs and maintenance of equipment and the physical structure of hotel; in a safe, efficient and professional manner, as assigned by the Director of Engineering or Assistant of Director of Engineering. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Consistently offer professional, friendly, and engaging service
• Repairs, maintains and inspects plumbing, physical structure, electrical wiring and fixtures, machinery, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, spa, kitchen and laundry equipment, in accordance with blueprints, manuals, and building codes, using hand and power tools, carpenter, electrician, and plumbing tools
• Measures, cuts and installs pipes and tubing for gas and water.
• Repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators and other plumbing equipment and opens clogged drains
• Installs electrical equipment and repairs or replaces wiring and fixtures
• Occasionally makes and repairs shelves, partitions and other wooden structures
• Occasionally paints walls, floors, woodwork and fixtures of establishment
• Occasionally replace and repairs brick, concrete and sheetrock walls and structures
• Starts devices to test their performance
• Replaces drives belts and filters on machines and equipment
• Repairs and replaces locks
• Replaces light bulbs throughout the building
• Performs repairs to swimming pool/spa equipment
• Helps and assists other departments
• Uses Royal Services software and other preventive maintenance software to track time and work
• Uses assigned handheld devices such as an iTouch and radio to communicate work.
• Is familiar with all fire and emergency procedures
• Conducts and/or attends meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among company employees and promote maximum morale, productivity, and efficiency
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Prepares reports, as requested, to develop a more informative data base for improved management decision making and critical evaluation of work activities
• Maintains shop and other work areas in a clean and organized condition as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to communicate with guests and team members
• Maintenance and/or technical background
• Minimum five years’ experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical Trade School Certificate (HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing)
• Prior experience in Hotel Maintenance Engineering
• Some college/University preferred
• Spoken and written English
• Some spoken and written Spanish preferred
• Basic math
• Clear thinker and able to perform without supervision
• Trade School Certificate (HVAC or Electrical or Plumbing)
• Embrace the Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected

Physical Demands   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Indoor and outdoor environment and season change.
• Good physical condition
• Regular bending, kneeling and reaching
• Regular lifting and moving of heavy materials
• Standing most of the day
• Continuous walking

Wage Information

The hourly rate for this position is $35.94

Job Perks & Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. 

What is in it for you: 

• Complimentary Meals: Enjoy hot meals during your shift in our staff cafeteria
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Hotel Discounts: Employee travel program with discounts on room rates at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Food, Spa, and Resort Discounts: Employee program with discounts on restaurants, bars and spa services at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide.
• Career Growth Around the World: Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Grand Del Mar and over 5,700 properties with Accor.
• Training & Development: Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Social Responsibility: Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
• Recognition & Rewards: Employees are recognized for outstanding performance through appreciation programs, awards, and exclusive travel and lifestyle perks.
• Meaningful Work: Create memorable experiences for guests while making a positive impact through exceptional hospitality and service.

Health and Retirement Benefits

All full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
• Eligible single Full-Time employees can enroll in a $0 premium health plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Holidays

All Full-time and Part-time employees are eligible for:

• Vacation and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Visa Requirements: Applicants must be legally eligible to work the United States.