Facilities Engineer III

Spokane Tribe Resort & Casino•Airway Heights, WA

About The Position

The Facilities Technician III provides advanced, skilled maintenance and repairs across various trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry) with minimal supervision, handling complex system operations (like Building Automation Systems) while ensuring safety, code compliance, and efficient facility function, including emergency response and project coordination. This senior-level position is proficient in multiple areas, acting as a key contact for facility operations and sometimes overseeing work programs. This position ensures the confidentiality, security, and accuracy of guest’s records, and promotes positive guest and team member relations. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required and outstanding guest service to fellow team members, guests, vendors, etc. is expected. Regular attendance is required, and on occasion, later hours or weekend time may be required with project deadlines and a neat well-groomed professional appearance is essential at all times.

Requirements

Must have ability to:
To secure lift and fork truck certification within 90 days of employment.
Communicate effectively with all levels of team members and guests.
Work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Move around all work areas effectively and efficiently.
To work on multiple projects simultaneously, with speed and accuracy.
To work periodically under conditions of extreme urgency (creating higher levels of job stress).
To work independently and use good judgment.
Perform other tasks assigned.
High School diploma or GED preferred.
Valid Driver’s License and Clean DMV record to submit for insurability
Advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform repairs of electrical systems, plumbing systems, commercial kitchen equipment, and any other systems utilized at the property. Certification required.
Familiar with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a commercial maintenance environment. Experience working in a casino/hotel environment preferred.
Good communication skills, both oral and written. Read, write, and speak English fluently.
Strong guest service and problem-solving skills.
General Maintenance experience and knowledge preferred.
Good communication skills, both oral and written. Read, write, and speak English fluently.
Gaming License Required? Ability to secure and maintain a Gaming License.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a casino/hotel environment preferred.
General Maintenance experience and knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Practices, supports, and maintains the Mission, Vision and Values of Casino.
Maintain and ensure policies and procedures are being followed per the departments’ Internal Controls.
Ensure Guest service standards.
Interact with Guests and fellow Team Members in an upbeat and friendly manner.
Proactively identify problems and recommend solutions. Follow through with department management.
Repair and or replace light bulbs, electrical motors, and ballast as needed.
Plan, schedule and run small in-house projects.
HVAC & Refrigeration repairs and PMs to include electric and gas fired AHU units, Mini splits, Package units and split systems.
Hang promotional signs and banners.
Repairs commercial kitchen equipment.
Repair plumbing and electrical, and carpentry problems.
Maintain facility equipment.
Provide preventative maintenance as instructed.
Repair problems in the restrooms, kitchen, and toilets/urinals.
Prepare daily work forms.
Routinely inspect all lighting throughout the casino & hotel, accounting building, and other out-laying buildings on casino and hotel property, identifying potential problems, and resolving them in a proficient timely manner.
Respond to all maintenance requests.
Maintain the mechanics of the water system, generator, air conditioning and heating, and other mechanics of the facilities as assigned.
Assist with property maintenance when weather conditions are adverse (run snow blower, shovel snow, and apply deicer. Clean roof drains and roof).
Provide general assistance to all facilities team members as needed.
Maintains updated current information on facility disaster plan and act accordingly.
Work safely and efficiently, utilizing safe equipment, techniques, and products.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in the Shop.
Help set up events.
Perform other duties as assigned.