JOB TITLE:
Central Plant Manager
DEPARTMENT:
Facilities
SUPERVISOR:
Director of Facilities
SALARY:
Exempt DOE
JOB SUMMARY:
The Central Plant Manager oversees the daily operations, full lifecycle of complex mechanical projects, electrical, and HVAC systems from initial estimation and design, through commissioning and closeout, that run the entire casino facility ensuring 24/7 reliability, safety, efficiency, and compliance. 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.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- 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 other 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 central plant.
- Formulates, implements, schedules, and performs monthly preventative 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 provide training for the growth of the department.
- 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 resolves 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 team work.
- Schedule activities, collate data, and consider a number of factors when using equipment.
- Provides support and leadership direction to the individuals directly reporting to this position.
- Manage responsibilities to include: 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.
- Coordinates 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 position.
- Attend and satisfactorily complete al required training as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have High School Diploma or GED.
- Five (5) years of experience in industrial or large commercial HVAC systems.
- EPA Universal/EPA 608 Technician Certification.
- Deep knowledge of hydronic systems and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
- Strong problem solving, negotiation, and ability to handle high-stress environments during project deadlines.
- Experience in working with multiple discipline projects.
- Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite, and navigation of various computer applications.
- Strong and clear communication skills in English, both written and oral.
- Experience with decommissioning and recommissioning of major equipment.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- State license or certifications in HVAC, preferred.
- Central Plant Maintenance Manager, preferred.
- Project Management Professional (PMP), preferred.
- Uniform Mechanical Code, National Electric Code (NEC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA), are a plus.
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, preferred; bi-lingual in English and other language skills, a plus.
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