Central Plant Manager

Reports To

Director of Facilities

Job Summary:
The Central Plant Manager oversees the daily operations, full lifecycle of complex mechanical projects, electrical, and HVAC systems from initial estimation and design, through commissioning and closeout, that run the entire casino facility ensuring 24/7 reliability, safety, efficiency, and compliance. This role requires a high degree of technical expertise in Central Utility Plant (CUP) components, and the leadership skills to manage multi-disciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and Team Members.

Essential Functions:
1) Ensure compliance with the applicable Tribal, Federal, other laws, KTTT Gaming
Regulations and Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel policies and procedures.
2) Ensure the highest possible standards of guest services by properly listening and responding
to guest and Team Member concerns and questions.
3) Safety is an essential function of this job.
4) Responsible for monitoring and maintaining all HVAC and Central Plant equipment/controls
to ensure ideal settings for entire property.
5) Maintains and repairs chillers and other related equipment such as air handlers, heat
exchangers, water pumps, and pneumatic control for HVAC.
6) Maintains cooling towers, blowers, fans, motors, expansion valves, condenser pumps,
dampers, and control valves in central plant.
7) Formulates, implements, schedules, and performs monthly preventative maintenance
inspections on all HVAC commercial and refrigeration equipment.
8) Oversees and coordinates activities performed by in house Preventive Maintenance Team
Members, Supervisors, HVAC Mechanics, Refrigeration Techs, and provide training for the
growth of the department.
9) Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate technical and management aspects of projects,
including on-site work of contractors and vendors.
10) Responsible for entire project cycle; design, development, and commissioning project close
out.
11) Accountable for the successful completion of assigned projects by meeting deadlines and
adhering to schedules.
12) Assist in the preparation of project proposals, drawings, specifications, and documentation.
13) Order material as needed, and make recommendations of supplies and equipment for
purchase.

14) Assist in staying within a defined budget, and monitor and track budget trends.
15) Participate in contractor meetings, and resolves project issues.
16) Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
17) Responsible for both quality deliverable, and effective execution of project assignments.
18) Conduct Team Member meetings to review and discuss changes to policies and procedures,
announce promotions and upcoming events, address issues and concerns with Team
Members, and promote team work.
19) Schedule activities, collate data, and consider a number of factors when using equipment.
20) Provides support and leadership direction to the individuals directly reporting to this
position.
21) Manage responsibilities to include: hiring of new Team Members, promotions, creating a
work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, corrective actions,
recognition, and termination.
22) Utilize specific and defined processes tied to the position.
23) Operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.
24) Coordinates subcontractors, vendors, and field technicians while overseeing the procurement
of major equipment and materials.
25) May need to fill the roles of other managers within the department during their absence.
26) Consistent and regular work attendance.
27) Demonstrate and promote KLECH core values.
28) Manage and maintain security of confidential information entrusted to position.
29) Attend and satisfactorily complete all required training as assigned.
30) The essential functions listed above are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general
representation of the duties and responsibilities pertinent to this position. The duties and
responsibilities will be subject to change, based on organizational needs and/or deemed
necessary by the Director.
31) Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements to Qualifications:
1) Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent.
2) Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial or large commercial HVAC systems.
3) EPA Universal / EPA 608 Technician Certification.
4) State license or certifications in HVAC, preferred.
5) Central Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM), preferred.
6) Project Management Professional (PMP), preferred.
7) Uniform Mechanical Code, National Electric Code (NEC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC),
National Fire Protection Association Codes (NFPA), are a plus.
8) Deep knowledge of hydronic systems and Building Automation Systems (BAS)

9) Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and ability to handle high-stress environments during
project deadlines.
10) Experience in working with multiple discipline projects.
11) Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite, and navigation of various computer
applications.
12) Strong and clear communication skills in English, both written and oral; bi-lingual in English
and Spanish, preferred; or bi-lingual in other language skills, a plus.
13) Experience with decommissioning and recommissioning of major equipment.

Other Criteria:
Qualified Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Members and qualified Native American
preference is observed.

Skills and Abilities:
1) Ability and skill knowledge of how a Facilities Department functions.
2) Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
3) Ability to maintain effective relationships with all Team Members.
4) Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, stressful environment.
5) Ability to meet multiple deadlines and multi-task.
6) Ability to have strong critical thinking, analytical, and guest service skills.
7) Must possess a positive attitude with strong organizational qualities.
8) Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
9) Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
10) Ability to understand complex instructions and material.
11) Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social
and cultural backgrounds.
12) Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate teamwork.
13) Ability to work varied shifts and extended shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
14) Working knowledge of hand tools, electronic equipment, and time accounting estimating.
15) Ability to maintain confidentiality.
16) Ability to follow and comply with established Casino guest service programs.

Physical Demands:
1) While performing the duties of this position, the Team Member is regularly required to
stand, sit, walk, push, pull, climb, bend for extended periods; reach with hands and arms;
talk and listen on a regular basis.
2) The Team Member must be able to concentrate for prolonged periods.

3) Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral
vision, and depth perception.
4) The Team Member must be able to communicate effectively in person using
telecommunications equipment.
5) The Team Member must have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate
a keyboard, touch-screen display, telephone, and calculator.
6) Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:
1) Casino floor, outside premises, and normal office setting.
2) Frequent contact with the general public.
3) Office setting and inside facility with temperature-controlled environment with varying noise
levels.
4) May be exposed to high levels of noise throughout the day while working around various
equipment.
5) May be exposed to inclement weather and extreme weather conditions including, but not
limited to, heat, humidity, cold, freezing temperatures, snow, ice, wind, and rain.
6) Will be required to perform work at high elevations above ground level, rooftop work, and
tight and confined spaces.
7) May be exposed to the risks associated in attempting to resolve issues with difficult
contractors, vendors, and Team Members.
8) May be exposed to various types of lighting including, but not limited to: artificial fluorescent
lights, flashing lights, strobe lights, multiple colored lights, etc.
9) May be exposed to cigarette smoke while on the casino floor.
10) Travel may be required to perform one or more essential functions of this position.

Conditions of Employment:
1) Must be able to obtain and retain a KTTT Gaming Commission License, including successful
completion of background check necessary to obtain and maintain license. Responsible to keep
all documents current and valid at all times.
2) Must be able to provide authorization to work in the United States.
3) Must be at least 18 years of age.
4) Must have access to reliable transportation to commute to and from work.
5) Must comply with KLECH Handbook, internal policy and procedures, and KTTT Gaming
Regulations set within KLECH.