Assists with the overall direction, administration and coordination of all activities of the Construction Maintenance Department, specifically maintaining all mechanical equipment to operate at maximum efficiency at Pearl River Resort, to include Geyser Falls.

Pearl River Resort Associates are required, on a continual basis to…

Adhere to any and all company and departmental policies, practices and procedures.

Contribute to a safe work environment, through compliance with established safety guidelines, identifying potential safety hazards, and reporting same to the appropriate person for proper resolution.

Maintain a professional departmental, company and community reputation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Creates, develops and implements an effective strategy of organization for the Construction Maintenance Department.
• Monitors all engineering and maintenance activities at Pearl River Resort, to ensure that all applicable laws, rules, regulations and controls are adhered to and enforced.
• Ensure adherence to, standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and policies and procedures.
• Assists in establishing the departmental budget.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of and repair and maintenance supplies.
• Reviews various reports, identifying potential problems, and resolves same.
• Guides and supports department staff in daily work activities.
• Oversee the preventative maintenance program and life safety programs, and maintains a working knowledge of rules, regulations and controls of the company.
• Contacts Contractors for comparative bids when necessary.
• Ensures a maximum level of service and satisfaction is achieved and maintained.
• Represents the Company in major and minor renovation and construction projects.
• Maintains adequate staffing levels in the Construction Maintenance Department, by interviewing, selecting, training, scheduling, evaluating, assisting with career development, promoting, disciplining and terminating Associates, as needed.
• Maintains the Fire Emergency Manual, and ensures that entire Construction Maintenance Department is trained in its implementation.
• Ensures compliance with all OSHA and Company safety requirements.
• Lead the Departmental managers with strategic planning of projects.
• Lead and mentor department Assistant Managers and the Water Park Maintenance Manager.
• Maintains the highest degree of confidentiality.
• Leads by setting a positive example to all associates.
• Responsible for maintaining a consistent, regular attendance record.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:    

Directly supervises the daily activities of all Construction Management associates at assigned properties. 

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training Associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining Associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AGE and GAMING:

21 years of age or above

Gaming property – Must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming license issued by the Choctaw Gaming Commission.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED required.  An Associate’s Degree or a minimum of 10 years related previous experience and/or training is required.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.  Five (5) years previous experience in the assisting in oversight of a repair and maintenance budget in excess of three (3) million dollars is required.  Five (5) years previous experience in the development and completion of building maintenance related projects is required.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a valid Driver’s License and good driving record – one or less moving violation within a 12 month period.  Experience in the development or performance of preventative maintenance programs is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other associates of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.  Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions.  Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

Essential duties for this position include but not limited to the following: able to work within a variety of climates and outdoors under extreme conditions.  Safely lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds on occasions as well as walk or stand for 90% of assigned shift. Repetitive bending, kneeling, stooping, pushing and pulling will be required throughout shift.  Exposed to hazardous cleaning chemicals.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  When on the casino floor, the noise level increases to loud.  When on the casino floor or other designated areas may be subjected to tobacco smoke. 

Due to the unpredictable nature of the hospitality/entertainment industry, Associates must be able to work varying-schedules to reflect the business needs of the property.