General Engineer - Central Plant - Mechanical

SMGHA Nevada, LLC; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Palms Casino Resort is seeking a General Engineer to work closely with the Assistant Chief Engineer and become familiar with operation and maintenance of fire alarm systems, kitchen equipment, walk-ins, boilers and pumps. The role involves installing new equipment and maintaining facilities through preventative and corrective maintenance.

The candidate should have refrigeration experience, be able to read schematics and blueprints, and possess EPA certification, with flexibility for evenings,

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Nevada driver's license required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, team members, and management.
• Must be able to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Three (3) years of experience in a commercial or industrial setting preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Refrigeration.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and apply technical material, schematics, and blueprints.
• Must be EPA certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and other related systems.
• Troubleshoot problems with systems and take appropriate corrective action.
• Respond to emergency situations such as fire, power outage, gas or water leaks.
• Maintain equipment with standard preventative maintenance procedures.
• Notify management concerning need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Maintain records on all equipment maintenance and repair.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Effective communication

Read blueprints

Troubleshooting

Safety knowledge

Refrigeration experience

Tool use

Education

EPA certification

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Working closely with the Assistant Chief Engineer, the General Engineer will play an important role by becoming thoroughly familiar with all phases of operation and maintenance necessary to operate the fire alarm system and repair all kitchen equipment, walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, boilers, water heaters, pumps, and plumbing. Performs all repairs, maintenance, and replacement of parts for preventative maintenance schedule and accurately records all pertinent data. Install new equipment and systems as directed. Maintain the facility through preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and other related systems.

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and other related systems.
• Troubleshoot problems with systems and take appropriate corrective action.
• Respond to emergency situations such as fire, power outage, gas or water leaks.
• Maintain equipment with standard preventative maintenance procedures.
• Notify management concerning need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Maintain records on all equipment maintenance and repair.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid Nevada driver's license.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, team members, and management.
• Must be able to work evening, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Preferred: Trade school graduate or equivalent experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in a commercial or industrial setting preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Refrigeration required.
• Must be able to safely and effectively operate hand and power tools.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and apply technical material, schematics, and blueprints.
• Basic knowledge of Health Department, ADA, and OSHA codes and regulations.
• Must be EPA certified.

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in both indoor (including coolers and freezers) and outdoor settings.
• Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination, and air quality.
• May be exposed to smoke.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Constant contact with executives, department management, team members, and guests.
• Prolonged sitting or standing and mobility.
• Balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions.
• Lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• Use of standard office equipment.
• Ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Palms Casino Resort provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Palms Casino Resort, its affiliates and subsidiaries will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law. We are committed to creating a work environment where the growth and well-being of our team members is the top priority.

At Palms Casino Resort and Palms Place, we believe our Team Members are the heart of our success. Every role plays a role in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. We provide competitive pay, benefits, and programs that help you learn and grow.

Guided by our values: Integrity, Humility, Unity, Respect, and Excellence, we are committed to a workplace where your well-being and career development come first.