Engineer 1 at Surf & Sand Resort in Laguna Beach, California

Job Description:

Surf & Sand Resort, Laguna Beach is proudly a part of JC Resorts, a proven leader in the management and operation of golf and resort properties since 1971. We are located directly on the beach in the heart of Laguna and have been part of the local history since 1948. We are looking for passionate individuals, empowered to create wow moments and lasting memories for every guest, every time. As a family owned business, we treat people like lifelong friends and believe in the personal touch.

In addition to working in the most beautiful oceanfront location in Laguna, we offer competitive and progressive benefits including complimentary meals.

Join our team of friendly, engaging, professionals who love the Hospitality Industry and want to share it with our guests.

The ENGINEER 1 ensures luxury resort standards of safety, function, and aesthetic appeal for all resort buildings, furnishings, and equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, include but not limited to:

• To satisfactorily perform, as directed, routine preventive maintenance and repairs in rooms and public areas, including minor electrical, roofing, plumbing, and A/C services.


• To satisfactorily perform, as directed, routine maintenance and repairs of operational equipment, including water features.


• To satisfactorily perform, as directed, routine painting and finishing tasks, including preparation, taping, product selection, and application.


• To promptly respond to service requests from guests and fellow employees.


• To maintain a clean driving record free and clear of any incidence of reckless driving, or excessive speeding citations and to provide, upon request, but no less than annually, a current DMV pull notice to the Chief Engineer.


• To follow all policies and procedures of JC Resorts LLC.


• To immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions.


• To maintain the cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATIONAL LEVEL: High School graduate preferred. Able to read, speak, and write English, and to follow simple verbal directions. Able to perform simple calculations, using basic eighth grade arithmetic. Experienced with typical hand and power tools used to perform assigned duties. Must have prior training/experience in at least one area of building maintenance and general knowledge of building construction and materials. Must be able to distinguish colors. Valid California driver’s license required. Current DMV record must be free of any incidence of reckless driving, or excessive speeding citations. Proof of personal automobile insurance coverage required. Hotel experience preferred.

SKILLS AND APTITUDES: Detail oriented. Organized and efficient. Safety-minded. High quality standards for production and service. Courteous, friendly manner. Good team player. Customer service focus. Able to work productively with little supervision. Trustworthy and reliable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Stands/walks approximately 95% of shift. Sits/drives approximately 5% of shift. Strength, flexibility, and good reflexes needed to operate staging and mechanized material moving devices, and to operate power-driven machinery. Regularly required to handle and move objects weighing up to 80 lbs. over short distances. Good sight, hearing and balance. Frequent use of stairs, daily.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law and you wish to discuss potential accommodation related to applying for employment at our company, please contact us at 855-318-8947 and/or email us at accessibility@jcresorts.com

JC Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture.   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Surf & Sand Resort is recognized as one of Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, Top Resorts in Southern California, one of Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best, is a member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts and has held the AAA Four Diamond rating for over 20 years.

Surf & Sand Resort | 1555 South Coast Highway | Laguna Beach, CA 92651

www.surfandsandresort.com                         HR direct line: (949) 376-2764

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