Facilities Director: Operations & Maintenance Lead

Cocopah Casino & Resort/Event Center; Somerton (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Cocopah Casino & Resort/Event Center invites applications for a Facilities Director who will oversee the Facilities Department across Casino, Hotel, Event Center, and Wild River. You will lead maintenance, landscaping, janitorial, and related services, ensuring readiness for events and day-to-day operations.

Ideal candidates have HVAC/electrical/plumbing experience, strong budgeting skills, and the ability to manage a diverse team.

Qualifications

• HVAC, electrical, and plumbing experience required.
• Knowledge of commercial generators and water-cooled chillers helpful.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret as-built drawings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in staff meetings and training.
• Understand State Gaming Compact requirements for facilities.
• English reading, writing, and speaking fluency required.
• Arizona gaming certification eligibility preferred.
• Experience leading facilities management and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Establish goals and vision for preventative maintenance and replacement planning.
• Develop and manage facilities budgets across maintenance, grounds, and services.
• Direct policies and procedures for Facilities operations.
• Coordinate communication of procedures with facilities team and casino departments.
• Hire, train, supervise, schedule, and evaluate facilities staff.
• Collaborate with Cocopah Public Works, Emergency Preparedness, and Fire Department.
• Manage supply, servicing, and repairs for company vehicles and lift equipment.
• Learn and comply with internal control standards.
• Ensure policy compliance across the facilities operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC experience

Electrical experience

Plumbing experience

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Written and verbal communication

Staff training

Budget management

Radio operation

English fluency

Gaming certification eligibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering, facilities, or construction management

5 years of experience as a manager or director of building mechanical engineering and maintenance

Job description

Cocopah Casino & Resort/Event Center invites applications for a Facilities Director who will oversee the Facilities Department across Casino, Hotel, Event Center, and Wild River. You will lead maintenance, landscaping, janitorial, and related services, ensuring readiness for events and day-to-day operations.

Ideal candidates have HVAC/electrical/plumbing experience, strong budgeting skills, and the ability to manage a diverse team.