Director of Maintenance & Construction

Overview:

Job Status/Type: Full-time, year-round 

Position Level: Senior Management 

 Shift/Schedule Requirements: Ability to work various shifts and days including weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs. 

  

Dorney Park is seeking a proven technical professional to provide the leadership, management, and the forward-thinking vision necessary to drive the Maintenance Division to new record performance.  The ideal candidate should demonstrate a proven track record of developing a high performing team, operational controls, and to effectively grow the organization while ensuring safe operating efficiencies.  The ideal candidate accomplishes this through a respectful, constructive, and energetic style, guided by the objectives of the company.   

 

Benefits: 

• 3 weeks paid vacation which increases with tenure (6 sick days, 8 paid holidays) 

• Several medical coverage options to fit your needs best 

• 401K match 

• FREE entry to ALL our parks and water parks! 

 

Perks: 

• Complimentary tickets for friends and family 

• Discounts on food and park merchandise 

• Full-time associate events and gatherings 

Responsibilities:

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Lead the Maintenance Division to deliver results in a broad array of activities, including facilities maintenance, annual preventative maintenance activities, repair and rehabilitation of structures and equipment, new construction, architectural design, landscaping, and support for park operations 

• Generates and analyzes financial reports related to budgets, operations, performance of facility maintenance, capital improvement projects, and maintain full P&L responsibility 

• Maintain OSHA Safety Standards and company policies and procedures 

• Prepare, administer and maintain both Operating and Capital budgets 

• Scheduling, planning, and timely execution of all projects related to Maintenance or Capital 

• Responsible for ensuring all projects are completed in a safe and timely manner so as not to adversely affect the Guest Experience 

• Evaluate performance data to refine business and operational practices, ensure safe and efficient operations, effective work force utilization, and effective budget controls. 

• Keep all records and documentation updated daily, accessible and organized 

• Provide leadership, coaching and development for the entire Maintenance Team 

• Establish and maintain relationships within the various Maintenance department to sustain a productive and satisfying work environment 

• Develop a diverse work force and management team focused on safe methods 

• Act as a liaison with state and local officials having regulatory oversight and inspection responsibilities Support the company mantra; friendly, clean, fast and safe service 

 

Organizational Relationships: 

• Reports directly to the Regional General Manager 

• Directly supervises Maintenance and Facilities teams. 

Qualifications:

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Must be professional, energetic, self-motivated, and inspirational with strong communication skills 

• Experience with Maximo or another enterprise asset management tool preferred 

• Strong Computer Skills in Microsoft applications 

• Minimum 10 years project management experience in construction preferred 

• Strong public presentation skills preferred 

• Flexible scheduling including nights, weekends and holidays 

• History of on-time, on budget project performance 

• BA or BS in Business, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred 

Profile:  

• Decisive 

• Informational 

• Positive, direct and inspiring leadership 

• Creative 

• Consistent approachable demeanor and tone 

• Results driven 

  

Other Functions: All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole.