Utility Plant Operator II

Yaamava Resort & Casino at San Manuel; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Yaamava Resort & Casino at San Manuel seeks a skilled Utility Plant Operator II to manage boiler, chiller and central plant operations. You will monitor building systems, maintain documentation, and coordinate with HVAC and electrical teams for routine maintenance and improvements.

Expect after-hours emergencies, vendor coordination, and adherence to OSHA/EPA standards while supporting safe, efficient plant operations at this prominent Inland Empire venue.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of facility maintenance experience to include cogeneration/power plant operation.
• Trade school HVAC/electrical or equivalent required.
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operation of cooling towers, boilers, chillers and plant equipment ensuring guest comfort.
• Performs preventive maintenance, maintains logs, and plans routine shutdowns.
• Documents operating data and coordinates with leads on issues.
• Collabs with HVAC/Electrical to troubleshoot building systems.
• Responds to emergencies after hours to mitigate safety risks and damage.
• Coordinates with vendors/contractors for repairs and maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Cogeneration operation

Power plant operation

HVAC

Electrical systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school HVAC/electrical

Tools

Building automation systems

Preventive maintenance planning

Inspections and testing

Job description

Under the direction of the Assistant Manager, Facilities, the Utility Plant Operator II, performs journeyman-level work related to the operation, installation, inspection, modification, remodeling and repair of boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, blowers and all ancillary equipment and property associated with all Central Plant Utility Operations. Collaborates, initiates, and supports opportunities with other functions by championing the goals and priorities of the Tribe in a manner that faithfully reflects and upholds the Tribe’s vision, mission and values.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Oversees the operation of cooling towers, blowers, chillers, Cogen system, boilers, and other plant equipment.Ensuresguest comfort throughoperationof the building automation systems tomaintainbuilding climate controls. Communicateswork performed and/or updates andmaintainsdaily required log keeping. Participates in training programs to stay current on industry best practices and safety protocols.
2. 2. Inspects and performs preventative maintenance to ensure clear milestones are set and followed, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and environmental management systems. Reviews and updates plant logs, develops preventive maintenance instructions, andassiststhe Assistant Manager in planning routine maintenance and shutdowns. Conductsrisk assessments of equipment failures, minimizing risk, andimplementsnew technologiesto improve equipment reliability and efficiency.Ensuresall maintenance activities are documented accurately and reportedin a timely mannertocomply withregulatory requirements.
3. 3. Maintains clear andaccuratedocumentation of all operating data, inspections, testing, maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed andassistswith repairs, parts orders and communicating with leads and team leaders on any concerns. Updates equipment documentation,specificationsand drawings, as needed.Ensuresall maintenance activities are documented accurately and reportedin a timely mannertocomply withregulatory requirements.
4. 4. Coordinates with HVAC and Electrical departments toassistinlocatingand troubleshooting issues in building systems. Partners with vendors and service providersregardingmaintenance and repair of equipment. Collaborates with contractors and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) specifications for new construction and retrofit/renovation projects according to building code requirements to createblueprints/drawings.
5. 5. Responds to emergencysituations,that require quick thinking and decisive actionduring or after hours, to mitigate and/or resolve immediate plant operating concerns and/or safety issues/concerns. Ensures the safety of all plant personnel and prevents any potential damage to equipment or property.Strong communicationskills are essential incoordinating withemergency services and internal teams to effectively address the situation.
6. 6. Assists with Central Plant Management to service all systems and related machinery to remain in compliance with all regulating bodies (OSHA, EPA) and minimize downtime in a safe and efficient manner.Coordinates with external vendors and contractors as needed for specialized repairs for maintenance tasks.
7. 7. Performsotherdutiesasassignedtosupporttheefficientoperationofthedepartment.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GEDrequired.
• Minimum of five (5) years of facility maintenance experience to include progressive cogeneration operation, power plant, diesel generator, central chilled water plant, central hydraulic system and/or boilerplant,operation experiencerequired.
• Trade school (HVAC, electrical) or equivalent required.
• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of facility maintenance experience to include progressive cogeneration operation, power plant, diesel generator, central chilled water plant, central hydraulic system and/or boiler plant, operation experience required.
• Trade school (HVAC, electrical) or equivalent required.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS

• At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
• Universal EPA Certificate preferred.
• Authorized Driver: Role requires operation or driving of Tribe-owned vehicles or driving patron vehicles. A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as determined by the insurance carrier is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS – ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and working environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Primary workenvironmentisinafacilitysetting. Workmayrequiretraveltoattendmeetings,tradeshows,andconferences. Incumbentsmayberequired toworkevening,weekendandholidayshifts. Mustbeabletoworkinafast-paced,high-demandenvironment. Strengthsufficienttoexertupto10poundsofforceoccasionallyand/oranegligibleamountofforcefrequentlyor constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 40pounds occasionally. Sedentarywork:very littlesitting.Able tooperateacomputerandother officeproductivitymachinery,suchasacalculator,copymachine,andcomputerprinter. Physical activities that apply to the essential functions of the position are balancing, stooping, kneeling,crouching,reaching,pushing,pulling,lifting,grasping,talking,hearing,andrepetitivemotions. Hearingsufficienttohearconversationallevelsinperson,viavideoconferenceandoverthe telephone. Speechsufficienttomakeoneselfheardandunderstoodinperson,infrontofgroups,inmeetings, viavideoconferenceandoverthetelephone. Visual acuity that meets the requirements of the position: The worker is required to have close visualacuitytoperformanactivitysuch aspreparingandanalyzingdataandfigures; transcribing;viewingacomputerterminal;expansivereadingandvisualinspectionofemployees, visitors or facility. Mobilitysufficienttosafelymoveinanofficeenvironment,walk,stoop,bendandkneel,andenter,exitandoperateamotorvehicleinthecourseoftraveltopromotionalevents,meetings,conferences,tradeshowsandSanManuelproperties. Endurancesufficienttosit,walkandstandforextendedperiods,andmaintainefficiencythroughouttheentireworkshiftandduringextendedworkhours. Theemployeemaybeexposedtofumesorairborneparticlesincludingsecondhandsmoke. Reasonable accommodationwillbemadeincompliancewithallapplicable law.

As one of the largest private employers in the InlandEmpire, SanManuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well‑being of its employees. SanManuel is one of the largest employers in California’s InlandEmpire. Managing one of the world’s busiest casinos, our many restaurants, and a fully functioning tribal government means we can offer an incredibly wide range of professional and support positions. Each is an opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to a better future for all of us. Your commitment to SanManuel is matched by our commitment to you. We offer a Total Rewards package of monetary, benefits and development rewards to individuals who meet and exceed specific goals. These programs support our pay-for-performance philosophy.