Manager, Facilities

Owensboro Racing & Gaming; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated in Owensboro, KY, seeks a hands-on Facilities Manager to lead operations for the racing & gaming property. You will oversee maintenance, HVAC, lighting, and safety programs to keep the facility safe, efficient, and guest-ready.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years in facilities management, strong leadership, and expertise in life-safety systems with a track record of regulatory compliance. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or at least 7 years of progressive facilities-management experience.
• Robust technical know-how across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, architectural, and energy management disciplines.
• Valid Driver’s License; ability to obtain Kentucky gaming/racing license.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning for facility upgrades, asset protection, and energy efficiency.
• Schedule, assign, and inspect maintenance work across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and environmental services.
• Perform or delegate routine property inspections; approve repairs, installations, and remodels.
• Champion OSHA and Company safety standards; lead accident‑prevention initiatives.
• Maintain detailed records (work orders, warranties, permits, licenses, contracts).
• Partner with every department to keep facility needs identified, prioritized, and solved fast.
• Build and manage the annual facilities budget; forecast long‑range capital projects.
• Own the preventive‑maintenance master plan and keep downtime to a minimum.
• Coordinate physical‑plant support for special events, promotions, and emergencies.

Skills

Facilities operations

Team leadership

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Life safety systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years experience

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

ABOUT CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED

Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Churchill Downs Incorporated has expanded through the development of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of the TwinSpires horse racing online wagering business and the operation and development of regional casino gaming properties. Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

Title: Manager, Facilities

Requisition ID#: 1271

Location: Owensboro, KY, US, 42303

Property: Owensboro Racing & Gaming

Job Summary

Are you a hands‑on leader with a passion for operational excellence and facility management? As our Facilities Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring our gaming property operates safely, efficiently, and seamlessly. From the gaming floor to guest spaces—and from HVAC systems to lighting, signage, and beyond—you’ll oversee every detail that keeps our facility in peak condition to support an exceptional guest experience.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning for facility upgrades, asset protection, and energy efficiency.
• Schedule, assign, and inspect maintenance work across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and environmental services.
• Perform or delegate routine property inspections; approve repairs, installations, and remodels.
• Champion OSHA and Company safety standards; lead accident‑prevention initiatives.
• Maintain detailed records (work orders, warranties, permits, licenses, contracts).
• Partner with every department to keep facility needs identified, prioritized, and solved fast.
• Build and manage the annual facilities budget; forecast long‑range capital projects.
• Own the preventive‑maintenance master plan and keep downtime to a minimum.
• Coordinate physical‑plant support for special events, promotions, and emergencies.
• “Other duties as assigned”— because surprises happen in racing & gaming!

Required Skills And Abilities

As the Facilities Manager, you will lead a multi‑disciplinary team—including maintenance technicians, EVS, and grounds personnel—through effective hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and performance management. You’ll set clear goals, conduct regular evaluations, and foster professional development to ensure a high‑performing department. You will be responsible for aligning workflows across shifts to ensure all projects and tasks are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

To Succeed In This Role, You Should Bring

• Extensive, hands‑on knowledge of facility operations, engineering, environmental services, and grounds management
• Proven experience with construction contracts, permits, inspections, and regulatory compliance
• Strong technical expertise in life safety systems, mechanical/electrical equipment, HVAC, chillers, boilers, and relevant local, state, and federal codes, including OSHA
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Excellent communication and decision‑making skills in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or at least 7years of progressive facilities‑management experience.
• Robust technical know‑how across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structural, safety, architectural, landscaping, and energy management disciplines.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Kentucky gaming/racing license.
• You must be 21years of age or older to apply and be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work in various physical positions for extended periods
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds
• Requires the ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and in varying weather conditions
• Exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and moving mechanical parts
• Must be able to operate hand and power tools, ladders, and mechanical equipment safely
• May require flexible scheduling, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on‑call availability for emergencies

CHURCHILL DOWNS INCORPORATED

Churchill Downs Incorporated (“CDI”) (Nasdaq: CHDN) has been creating extraordinary entertainment experiences for over 150 years, beginning with the company’s most iconic and enduring asset, the Kentucky Derby. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, CDI has expanded through the acquisition, development, and operation of live and historical racing entertainment venues, the growth of online wagering businesses, and the acquisition, development, and operation of regional casino gaming properties.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

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