Job Description

Working closely with the Assistant Chief Engineer, the Engineer (general) will play an important role by becoming thoroughly familiar with all phases of operation and maintenance necessary to operate the fire alarm system and repair all kitchen equipment, walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, boilers, water heaters, pumps, and plumbing. Performs all repairs, maintenance, and replacement of parts for preventative maintenance schedule and accurately records all pertinent data. Install new equipment and systems as directed. Maintain the facility through preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and other related systems.

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and other related systems.

• Troubleshoot problems with systems and take appropriate corrective action.

• Respond to emergency situations such as fire, power outage, gas or water leaks.

• Maintain equipment with standard preventative maintenance procedures.

• Notify management concerning needs for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.

• Maintain records on all equipment maintenance and repair.

• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Responsible for servicing and maintaining refrigeration systems and ice machines.

• Responsible for servicing and maintaining various types of kitchen equipment including steam, electric, gas, food preparation, ware washing and disposal equipment.

• Responsible for reporting all equipment and fixture errors to Management.

• Respond to various emergencies throughout the facility.

• Maintain supply inventories and maintenance logs for all assigned areas.

• Responsible for all other duties as assigned by area and Management.

• Will assist all other trades and crafts with routine and emergency work assignments.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Must have a valid Nevada driver's license.

• Ability to communicate effectively with Guests, Team Members, and Management.

Preferred:

• Trade school graduate or equivalent experience.

• Must be EPA certified.

• Three (3) years of experience in a commercial or industrial setting preferred.

• Must be able to safely and effectively operate hand and power tools.

• Must be able to read, comprehend, and apply technical material, schematics, and blueprints.

• Basic knowledge of Health Department, ADA, and OSHA codes and regulations.

• At least two years’ experience in refrigeration required.

• At least two years’ experience performing commercial kitchen repairs required.

• Working knowledge of natural gas equipment controls, steam and electric kitchen equipment, and industrial controls preferred

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in both indoor (including coolers and freezers) and outdoor settings.

• Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination, and air quality.

• May be exposed to smoke.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

• Constant contact with executives, department management, team members, and guests.

• Prolonged sitting or standing and mobility.

• Balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions Lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Eye/hand coordination.

• Use of standard office equipment.

• Ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Palms Casino Resort provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Palms Casino Resort, its affiliates and subsidiaries will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.

We are committed to creating a work environment where the growth and well-being of our team members is the top priority. Join our team today!