Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager – Blackthorn Club Blackthorn Club is a private country club located in Johnson City, TN offering golf, dining, and amenities including pools, tennis/pickleball courts, fitness facilities, and beautifully maintained grounds to our discerning membership. We are committed to delivering exceptional service, fostering a welcoming and upscale environment, and maintaining the highest standards of excellence. Join our dedicated team and be part of a community that values tradition, hospitality, and attention to detail. The Opportunity Are you passionate about maintaining world-class facilities and creating impeccable environments that elevate the member experience every day? Do you excel at leading technical teams, managing complex infrastructure, and ensuring seamless operations in a luxury private club setting? This is your opportunity to oversee all aspects of facilities and grounds maintenance at Blackthorn Club. As a key member of the leadership team, you will direct the care and operation of the clubhouse, golf course support infrastructure, recreational amenities, mechanical systems, and overall property appearance - ensuring safety, functionality, and the highest standards of presentation for our members and guests. We are seeking a motivated, hands-on, and service-oriented Facilities Manager to join our team. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our members and guests enjoy outstanding facilities every time they visit the club. The ideal candidate is professional, reliable, detail-oriented, technically skilled, and passionate about excellence in a private club environment. What You'll Do • Lead the facilities and grounds team in the daily maintenance, repair, and operation of all club buildings, mechanical systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), irrigation infrastructure, recreational amenities, and exterior property. • Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance programs and manage capital improvement projects while controlling costs. • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, while driving sustainability initiatives such as water and energy conservation. • Collaborate closely with the Golf Course Superintendent, Clubhouse Manager, and other department heads to support events, member activities, and seamless club operations. • Manage vendor relationships, budgets, and records while maintaining the club's aesthetic standards and responding effectively to emergencies. • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the facilities department. What You Bring • 5+ years of progressive facilities management experience, preferably in a private golf/country club, luxury resort, or high-end hospitality setting. • Strong technical knowledge of building systems, irrigation, grounds maintenance, and recreational facility operations. • Proven leadership skills with experience hiring, training, and managing maintenance teams. • Budgeting and project management experience, with the ability to read blueprints and manage contractors effectively. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a genuine commitment to member service and team collaboration. • Physical ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, walk the property extensively, lift up to 50 lbs, and respond to after-hours emergencies. • Flexible availability, including weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities. • Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred; relevant certifications (CFM, OSHA, irrigation, pool operator) are a plus. • Valid driver's license and clean driving record. What We Offer • Competitive salary + incentives tied to operational excellence, budget performance, and member satisfaction. • Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement). • Opportunity to make a meaningful, visible impact on the club's facilities and grow within a prestigious club. • Supportive leadership and resources to innovate and lead with creativity. About Evergreen Partners We own and operate private golf and country clubs with a focus on relentless hospitality, long-term stewardship, and social impact. Our shared-ownership culture empowers every team member to think and act like an owner. Our mission: build vibrant, connected communities by serving as trusted next-generation stewards of iconic club legacies across the U.S. What Makes Us Different: • A fixed baseline that remains constant and allows you to participate in the value you help create (no moving goal post incentive plan). • Evergreen Partners is not private-equity owned with short-investment horizons; our financial backing is comprised of long-term investors which enables us to properly reinvest in our people and our facilities. • We expect our leaders to think and act like owners, and we commit to treating them like owners. All leaders who perform and demonstrate strong ownership will be eligible for equity ownership in Evergreen. • Our organizational structure prioritizes local leadership and shuns a one-size-fits-all approach. • We are growing intentionally and aspire to build the very best collection of private clubs. We hope to find leaders who will help us grow.