Senior Facilities Manager - Gaming Property Ops

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Churchill Downs Incorporated in Kentucky seeks a Facilities Manager to lead a multi‑discipline team and keep the property safe, efficient and guest‑friendly. You will direct maintenance, engineering, EVS, construction, and renovations across the entire property, reporting to the Director of Facilities and aligning with safety and brand standards.

The role requires hands‑on operations leadership, budget oversight, and strong vendor management to ensure uptime, regulatory compliance, and an

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in facilities management or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive facilities-management experience.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of life safety codes and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic planning for facility upgrades, asset protection, and energy efficiency.
• Schedule, assign, and inspect maintenance 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).
• Coordinate physical‑plant support for events, promotions, and emergencies.

Skills

Facilities leadership

Engineering knowledge

Safety compliance

CMMS

Budget management

Contract management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Churchill Downs Incorporated in Kentucky seeks a Facilities Manager to lead a multi‑discipline team and keep the property safe, efficient and guest‑friendly. You will direct maintenance, engineering, EVS, construction, and renovations across the entire property, reporting to the Director of Facilities and aligning with safety and brand standards.

The role requires hands‑on operations leadership, budget oversight, and strong vendor management to ensure uptime, regulatory compliance, and an