The Inn At Rancho Santa Fe - Director Engineering

The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, a distinguished luxury resort nestled among the picturesque rolling hills, citrus groves, and desert landscapes of San Diego, offers a unique blend of vintage luxury and historical elegance. This iconic property is a sanctuary where guests are invited to experience the charm of a simpler era infused with innate elegance, warm hospitality, and a vibrant Southern California lifestyle. Having undergone a comprehensive property-wide renaissance, The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe perfectly balances tradition with contemporary comfort, making it a premier destination for discerning travelers seeking an authentic and memorable stay. The Inn is part of Evolution Hospitality, a leading lifestyle vertical within Aimbridge Hospitality, known for its curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, and lifestyle hotels across North America. Evolution Hospitality prides itself on fostering a team culture that equally values personal growth and professional excellence. The organization emphasizes integrity, humility, and intellectual ability, cultivating an environment where employees are encouraged to evolve both personally and professionally. This dedication to culture and results has driven Evolution Hospitality to become a world-class operation, recognized for delivering exceptional guest experiences and outstanding operational performance. As the Director of Engineering at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, you will play a critical role in overseeing the property’s comprehensive facilities maintenance function. This is a leadership position that demands both a strategic mindset and hands-on technical expertise. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation, ongoing maintenance, timely service, and necessary repairs of all equipment and infrastructure within the property. Your skills will directly contribute to maintaining the resort’s reputation for excellence and guest satisfaction. In this role, your leadership will guide and supervise the maintenance staff, ensuring all buildings and grounds are meticulously maintained. Your technical proficiency in engineering and maintenance will support operational effectiveness while facilitating smooth day-to-day maintenance activities. Critical decision-making and problem-solving capabilities will be essential, as you evaluate alternative approaches and rapidly resolve issues, even in high-pressure scenarios. Furthermore, clear and effective communication will be crucial, enabling you to convey information and ideas to team members and guests alike, and to listen attentively to their concerns. Financial acumen is another important component of this position. You will manage budgets, analyze maintenance-related financial data, and apply basic arithmetic skills to support efficient maintenance operations. Additionally, your role will involve project management responsibilities, including developing and implementing maintenance policies and procedures, scheduling maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory standards. Candidates for this position are expected to have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of related experience, including prior management experience. Specific experience in the hotel or a related field is required, with a trade license preferred. The position offers a competitive benefits package after an initial waiting period, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and additional employee benefits designed to support your overall well-being and professional growth. Currently, the company offers daily pay for eligible employees, providing financial flexibility and immediate reward for your contributions. Joining The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe as the Director of Engineering means becoming part of a respected institution dedicated to quality, heritage, and luxury. It is an opportunity to lead a talented maintenance team, apply your engineering expertise, and contribute to sustaining the impeccable standards that define this historic property. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional property management and thrive in a dynamic, hospitality-focused environment, this role offers a fulfilling and rewarding career path.

• Bachelor's degree
• at least 5 years of experience in a related field
• prior management experience
• experience in a hotel or related field
• trade license preferred