Plant Manager

Overview

Reports to: Director of Facilities

Job Summary: The Central Plant Manager oversees the daily operations and full lifecycle of complex mechanical projects, electrical, and HVAC systems from initial estimation and design through commissioning and closeout, ensuring 24/7 reliability, safety, efficiency, and compliance for the casino facility. This role requires a high degree of technical expertise in Central Utility Plant (CUP) components, and the leadership skills to manage multi-disciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and Team Members.

• Ensure compliance with applicable Tribal, Federal, other laws, KTTT Gaming Regulations and Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel policies and procedures.
• Ensure the highest possible standards of guest services by properly listening and responding to guest and Team Member concerns and questions.
• Safety is an essential function of this job.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining all HVAC and Central Plant equipment/controls to ensure ideal settings for entire property.
• Maintains and repairs chillers and related equipment such as air handlers, heat exchangers, water pumps, and pneumatic control for HVAC.
• Maintains cooling towers, blowers, fans, motors, expansion valves, condenser pumps, dampers, and control valves in the central plant.
• Formulates, implements, schedules, and performs monthly preventive maintenance inspections on all HVAC commercial and refrigeration equipment.
• Oversees and coordinates activities performed by in-house Preventive Maintenance Team Members, Supervisors, HVAC Mechanics, Refrigeration Techs, and provides training for department growth.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate technical and management aspects of projects, including on-site work of contractors and vendors.
• Responsible for entire project cycle; design, development, and commissioning project close out.
• Accountable for the successful completion of assigned projects by meeting deadlines and adhering to schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals, drawings, specifications, and documentation.
• Order material as needed, and make recommendations of supplies and equipment for purchase.
• Assist in staying within a defined budget, and monitor and track budget trends.
• Participate in contractor meetings, and resolve project issues.
• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Responsible for both quality deliverable, and effective execution of project assignments.
• Conduct Team Member meetings to review and discuss changes to policies and procedures, announce promotions and upcoming events, address issues and concerns with Team Members, and promote teamwork.
• Schedule activities, collate data, and consider factors when using equipment.
• Provide support and leadership direction to individuals directly reporting to this position.
• Manage responsibilities including hiring of new Team Members, promotions, creating a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, corrective actions, recognition, and termination.
• Utilize specific and defined processes tied to the position.
• Operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and field technicians while overseeing the procurement of major equipment and materials.
• May need to fill the roles of other managers within the department during their absence.
• Consistent and regular work attendance.
• Demonstrate and promote KLECH core values.
• Manage and maintain security of confidential information entrusted to the position.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required training as assigned.
• The essential functions listed above are not an all-inclusive list but represent duties and responsibilities pertinent to this position. Duties may change based on organizational needs and/or as deemed necessary by the Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial or large commercial HVAC systems.
• EPA Universal / EPA 608 Technician Certification.
• State license or certifications in HVAC, preferred.
• Central Plant…