Chief Engineer

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Pledge for Success:

We are dedicated to hiring outstanding individuals who share our commitment and passion in serving our guests. Ambition, dedication, attention to detail, and a warm smile are all winning characteristics that lead to the spirit of who we are.

Position Summary:

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the technical leadership, reliability, and performance of all facility infrastructure systems across the property, including the Central Utility Plant (CUP), hotel, casino, and supporting utility systems. This role serves as the senior technical authority for all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems, ensuring safe, compliant, and uninterrupted operations in a 24/7 hospitality and gaming environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Promotes superior guest service

Maintains, and perpetuates a positive organizational culture according to the principles of the Spirit of Tâlícn and the Core Values of ilani

Provide direct oversight, training, coaching, and guidance to facilities team members

Provide full technical oversight of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life-safety, generators, and building automation systems

Ensure continuous up time of gaming, hotel, and entertainment operations and all critical systems

Lead response during system failures and emergencies

Identify and mitigate risks before operational impact

Develop redundancy strategies and contingency plans

Central Plant & Critical Systems Ownership

Thorough understanding of Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, Heat Exchangers, Pumps (HHW, CHW, Condenser), Domestic Hot Water Systems, and Water Softening Systems and Integration points with WWTP

Ensure all systems operate within defined parameters, ranges, and efficiencies

Personally troubleshoot and resolve complex system failures

Maintain inspection readiness at all times

Manage facilities services, vendor contracts, and preventative maintenance programs

Assist the Director of Facilities with developing and managing operating budgets and forecasts

Oversee vendor performance, bids, and contract compliance

Coordinate equipment replacement and minor capital projects

Lead engineering and maintenance staff including scheduling

Provide coaching, training, and performance management

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and professionalism

Compliance & Emergency Response

Ensure compliance with fire, life-safety, OSHA, environmental, and gaming regulations

Serve as primary engineering authority during inspections and audits

Lead emergency response, incident command, and root-cause analysis

Provide 24/7 on-call availability

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus seven to ten (7-10) years of facilities experience with three to five (3-5) years in a progressive mechanical engineering leadership or facilities leadership role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to foster a supportive and enabling team environment.

Strong hands-on MEP system knowledge and experience

Proven vendor, budget, and preventative maintenance management experience

General knowledge of applicable buildings and fire codes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills

Basic computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, reach overhead, stand, and walk for extended periods, and other physical requirements related to facilities maintenance work

Must be willing to work in a smoking environment

Must be willing to adhere to company health and safety measures

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in high- volume casino, hospitality, or other 24/7 environments preferred

Advanced HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems knowledge preferred

Experience with BAS systems and troubleshooting preferred

Strong understanding of codes and regulatory standards preferred

Relevant certifications preferred

Stationary Engineer License preferred

HVAC Certification preferred

Electrical License (01/06/07) preferred

Experience with CMMS platforms (Hot SOS preferred)

Work Shift:

Wages:

This role offers a starting wage of $96,338.00 annually. Candidates with relevant experience may be placed higher within the established pay range.

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