Facilities Lead — EVS, Maintenance & Safety

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Downs Group is seeking a Facilities Supervisor to oversee EVS and Maintenance teams, ensuring brand standards and guest experience. You will hire, train, and develop staff, set department standards, and manage budgets and staffing for efficient operations.

The role requires five years in engineering or facility management with supervisory experience, knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, and a valid racing license.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years in engineering, facility management, janitorial services, or related field, with supervisory experience.
• Must have experience in major mechanical systems, fire & life-safety equipment, grounds, parking, lighting, plumbing, electrical and related infrastructure.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid racing license.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a minimum of three (3) years driving history.

Responsibilities

• Assists with hiring, training, development, and efficient management of the Facilities staff.
• Communicates workloads and staff assignments, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff.
• Assists with establishing department standards, guidelines, and objectives and budgets.
• Reviews EVS and Maintenance activities to optimize staffing and service.
• Establishes preventative maintenance programs and supports renovations.
• Performs routine inspections of all public areas.
• Troubleshoots and repairs HVAC, plumbing, and other equipment as needed.
• Supervises exterior building maintenance and curb appeal, including snow removal and painting.
• Assigns, supervises, and verifies routine maintenance and operation of systems; inspects work quality.
• Ensures OSHA and HazCom compliance, including MSD sheets.
• Reviews guest complaints and acts accordingly.
• Plans team meetings and participates in related information-sharing meetings.
• Evaluates furniture, fixtures, décor; coordinates rehab projects.
• Performs duties when staff are unavailable and resolves issues within scope.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office

multitask

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational or technical certifications

Job description

Colonial Downs Group is seeking a Facilities Supervisor to oversee EVS and Maintenance teams, ensuring brand standards and guest experience. You will hire, train, and develop staff, set department standards, and manage budgets and staffing for efficient operations.

The role requires five years in engineering or facility management with supervisory experience, knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, and a valid racing license.