FACILITIES ENGINEER-Full Time

Caesars Entertainment; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Education assistance

Team member discounts

Job summary

Caesars Entertainment is seeking a Building Engineer in Elgin, IL to oversee the maintenance and upkeep of a large commercial building on site. The role requires hands-on skills with building systems, safety practices, and preventive maintenance, ensuring reliable operations and safe facilities.

The position involves responding to maintenance requests, performing routine repairs, and painting as needed, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency in a busy venue environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; trade certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire life safety).
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests and assess safety hazards.
• Maintenance tasks including painting interior and exterior areas.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Fire life safety

Mobility/physical ability

Gaming license readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trade school certification preferred

Tools

Power tools

Job description

WE ARE CAESARS

At Caesars Entertainment, our Mission, Vision & Values reflect our unique purpose, providing people with possibilities and places to have fun. Our Mission, Vision & Values represent a unifying and inspiring way forward, and all Team Members are expected to uphold them.

Our Mission: “Create the Extraordinary”

Our Vision: “We create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence.”

Our Values: “Blaze the Trail, Together We Win, All-In on Service”

Our corporate social responsibility framework, People Planet Play, represents our continuous dedication to enhancing economic development, uplifting the wellbeing of our Team Members and their families, and making positive contributions to the communities we operate in.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Building Engineer to join our team. The Building Engineer will be responsible for the overall maintenance and upkeep of a large commercial building. This position requires a thorough understanding of safety practices, building systems, and general maintenance procedures.

How You Will Create the Extraordinary

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on all building systems and equipment, including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electrical, and fire life safety.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests and assess the building for potential safety hazards.
• Maintenance responsibilities such as painting both interior and exterior areas.

Working knowledge of power tools and hand tools.

Understands and complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures, job description and other instructions.

• All other duties as assigned.

What You Will Need

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trade school certification preferred or 2-3 years facilities work experience. Must be able to obtain and maintain gaming license.

• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor.

Requires mobility through entire shift.

Requires carrying supplies for repair and installation.

Bending and reaching from floor level to approximately six (6) feet high

Requires pushing and/or pulling heavy equipment or supplies on carts/dollies upwards of two hundred (200) pounds.

Requires working with cleaning equipment and the ability to tolerate the presence and use of chemicals, cleansers and solvents.

Ability to lift, carry and manipulate supplies weighing approximately eighty (80) pounds.

Work is performed throughout the entire property.

Varying from outdoors to confined engineering spaces and the casino floor, with minimal time spent doing “office” work.

Regular contact with staff and other departments, some guest contact.

Ability to tolerate harsh weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat; sun, wind, rain and snow exposure.

Loud and/or consistent noise level, illumination and heights.

All conditions associated with normal building maintenance, including, but not limited to, power and hand tools, machinery, and chemicals.

• All other duties assigned.

Salary Range: $20-$25 per hour (depending on experience)

Benefits : Full Time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Education Assistance, Team Member Discounts

TOGETHER WE WIN

We believe in delivering family-style service—an approach that fosters warmth, connection, and a genuine sense of belonging. Our team treats every guest and colleague with the same care and hospitality we would extend to family, creating a welcoming environment built on respect, teamwork, and personalized attention. Whether assisting customers or collaborating with coworkers, we prioritize service that is thoughtful, supportive, and rooted in genuine relationships.

DISCLAIMER

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As part of the onboarding process for new hires, candidates will be required to complete a background check. In addition, pre-employment drug testing is mandatory for any role operating a motor vehicle (Valet, Bus Drivers, Limo Drivers), Facilities and/or Engineering, Lifeguards, Pilots, Security and Surveillance roles. Pre-employment screenings will be completed prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening may occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals’ religious beliefs or practices.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Caesars Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Caesars Entertainment will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based upon a person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, age, sexual or affectional orientation, gender identity, familial status, ancestry, local human rights commission activity, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other protected class.