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HVAC / Central Plant Specialist

Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita

1100 W. Pima Mine Road
Sahuarita, AZ 85629

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Managed By Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment
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Compensation: $30.14 to $40.77 per hour, Full-Time

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Assistant Facilities Manager, performs general maintenance, preventive maintenance, service, and repair commercial, boilers, chillers, air handlers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, water pumps, pneumatic control, refrigeration equipment, and HVAC.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  •  Maintains and repairs boilers, chillers and other related equipment such as air handlers, heat exchangers, water pumps and pneumatic controls for HVAC.
  •  Contacts and Coordinates schedules and oversees the on-site work of contractors and vendors.
  •  Formulates and implementation of a preventative maintenance program.
  •  Maintains cooling towers, blowers, fans, motors, expansion valves, condenser pumps, dampers and control valves in central plant.
  •  Schedules and performs monthly preventive maintenance inspections on all HVAC commercial and refrigeration equipment.
  •  Installs new equipment and systems.
  •  Makes necessary repairs to maintain the property operations; responds to repair orders promptly and efficiently to avoid service disruption.
  •  Ensures and performs maintenance, servicing, remodeling, troubleshooting, and repair tasks; examines various electrical systems and makes recommendations for new equipment, repairs, and modifications.
  •  Responds and takes appropriate actions in the event of emergency or critical incidents, i.e. system failures, fires, flooding, or other emergencies.
  •  Inspects repairs and install boiler controls, evaluate water levels, pressure and temperature.
  •  Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
  •  Performs other duties as required.

    • Minimum Qualifications

    Education And Experience

    High School Degree or GED; plus five years experience in maintaining and repair of boilers chillers, air handler units, roof top units, cooling towers, energy management systems and HVAC equipment ; or any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education. HVAC certification required; must be able to maintain a valid AZ Arizona driver’s license and be insurable.  No felony, theft or stealing convictions.  Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain gaming license and to include the following:

    Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, And Certifications

  •  Supervisory ability.
  •  Ability to diagnose malfunctions of building mechanical systems.
  •  Knowledge of operation of the operation, repair and maintenance of various types of refrigeration equipment.
  •  Knowledge of HVAC installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance.
  •  Knowledge of refrigerant recovery.
  •  Knowledge of mechanical equipment, plumbing, utilities, distribution systems, and controls, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
  •  Working knowledge of HVAC and associated systems employing computer-based monitoring and control devises.
  •  Knowledge of HVAC, low temp refrigeration, commercial kitchen equipment and/or kitchen gas equipment.
  •  Knowledge of 24/7 environments and how to perform work.
  •  Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.
  •  Knowledge and ability to order parts, supplies or service manuals related to equipment or repairs.
  •  Ability to read, understands, follow, and enforce safety procedures, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
  •  Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
  •  Ability to perform preventive maintenance according to published guidelines.
  •  Ability to troubleshoot electrical problems such as shorts, outages, faulty equipment, or other electrical malfunctions.
  •  Ability to repair and/or replace building mechanical systems components, including programmable logic controls.
  •  Ability to use computer-based monitoring and control devices in maintaining and troubleshooting HVAC systems.
  •  Ability to develop maintenance schedule for all HVAC commercial equipment and maintain records.
  •  Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with staff and the general public.
  •  Ability to apply basic mathematical skills.
  •  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.
  •  Skills in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).

    Physical Demands

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand; expected to climb stairs and ladders; walk for long distances throughout the day; work in mechanical rooms or on the roof all of which may be in excess of 100 degrees; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

    Work Environment

    Work may be performed in an office and Casino setting with exposure to second-hand smoke and a high noise level.  Evening, graveyard, holiday and/or weekend work may be required.  Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required.

    • Posted February 26, 2026

    About Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita

    Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita  features 185,000 square foot of gaming space with 563 slot machines and eight live blackjack, roulette and mini-baccarat table games. The Sportsbook offers wall-to-wall screens and food & beverages at the Sports Bar. 

    Food & Beverage offers two dining venues - the Agave Restaurant offering fine dining and the Diamond Grill, as well as the two cocktail lounges on the casino floor.

    The property provides high-tech banquet & catering, conference and business meeting rooms which can accommodate 20 to 300 guests. The Diamond Center is ideal for a gathering of up to 2,400 guests. The Plaza accommodates outdoor events. 

    Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita is a local casino where the area residents have come to count on the excellent guest service and friendly team members. Our guests know us by name, and we know them.  

    Our opportunities are diverse - if you're interested in gaming, there are openings in slots, sports betting, and table games.  If your expertise is in F&B, we have positions in varied food outlets and culinary.

    We have the best guest service in town and our team members add the fun! We offer a friendly, fun work environment and our benefits package is unparalleled.  Flexible schedules, paid time off, tuition assistance and insurance options, are just a few of the benefits you'll receive.

    If you are looking for an exciting, fast-paced career with plenty of growth opportunity - Desert Diamond Casinos and Entertainment is the place for you!

    Owned and operated by the Tohono O'odham nation, we are one of the premier entertainment and gaming destinations in Southern Arizona - Sahuarita, Tucson, and Why, known for our beautiful properties offering quality entertainment, great food, exciting games, and outstanding guest service.

    We are considered to be one of the largest and most respected employers in the area, offering competitive salaries, great benefit packages, and career advancement opportunities. 

    About Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment

    Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment offer a convenient, memorable entertainment experience in Tucson, Sahuarita, Why and Glendale, Arizona. 

    Amenities include unmatched gaming options, fine dining, and world-class sporting events, music concerts and comedy sets at the Diamond Center. Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment also offers one of the region's finest convention centers and high-tech meeting facilities.

    An enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation, Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment has been in the gaming and entertainment business for almost 30 years, beginning in 1985 with the opening of Papago Bingo in the Tucson area.

    Our gaming properties include:

    Desert Diamond Casino Sahuarita which features 185,000 square foot of gaming space with 563 slot machines and eight live blackjack, roulette and mini-baccarat table games, as well as a Sportsbook. There are two dining venues - the Agave Restaurant offering fine dining and the Diamond Grill, as well as the two cocktail lounges on the casino floor. The property provides high-tech banquet & catering, conference and business meeting rooms and the Diamond Center can cater up to 2,400 guests.

    Desert Diamond Casino Tucson which is located a convenient distance from both the Tucson International Airport and downtown.The casino offers a poker room, slots, table games including live blackjack and roulette, high-stakes bingo, and a Sportsbook. Food & beverage venues include the Diamond Café, the Diamond Grill, the Ko:Sin Ki: Buffet and the Coffee Bar, as well as two lounges on the gaming floor. The Hotel & Conference Center features state-of the- art meeting spaces, luxurious rooms with complimentary wireless internet access, a heated outdoor pool, jetted hydro-spa, patio seating with a fire pit, and a fitness center with a gym.

    Desert Diamond Casino West Valley which has nearby shopping, dining, and nightlife and is the official casino partner of Westgate Entertainment District. The casino offers a variety of table games which include live Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Mini-Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em, Three Card Poker, Spanish 21. The Sportsbook provides a venue to wager on sports events.Food & Beverage venues include the Nineteen 86 Steakhouse, the Edge, the Rock Bar, a Food Court and the casino Sports Bar.

    Desert Diamond Casino Why which is the smallest of our four gaming properties, which features a convenience store, gas station, and slot machines. It's a favorite stop for travelers going to and from Rocky Point, Mexico.

    You can get a job anywhere, but Desert Diamond Casinos offer you a career!

    Incredible Work Environment:

    We work hard to make sure that each property supports an environment of fun and excitement, both for our guests and our valued employees.

    Corporate Culture: 

    Our team is dedicated to the success of our enterprise & business and creating a culture where diversity is respected and values are honored. Together, our commitment to our guests, community, and fellow employees, helps us to thrive as a high performance gaming enterprise.

    Unparalleled Benefits: We offer a variety of insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, home, automobile, short and long term disability, pet and legal insurances. In addition, we offer 401K, relocation, paid time off, an employee assistance program, competitive compensation, tuition assistance and more.

    Training: Our organizational development team provides training throughout our casinos for both new hires and career employees who want to move into new positions.

    Why you’ll love working in Arizona:
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