Vice President Facilities

Viejas Casino & Resort , is looking for an experienced Vice President Facilities, responsible for overseeing the 24/7 maintenance and facilities operations of San Diego’s Premier Four Diamond Gaming and Resort destination!

Relocation Assistance : We offer up to $15k in relocation reimbursements, related to a move.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Vice President Facilities is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the 24/7 maintenance operation. Responsible for all maintenance trades to ensure the operation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and documentation of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and other complex mechanical/electrical building systems across the property. Must possess advanced knowledge in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction, and other related fields. Delegates assignments to ensure that all building systems are maintained in a professional, timely and efficient manner.

CORE SCOPE OF POSITION

• Develop and forecast facilities operation programs, develop capital improvement project cost estimates, justifications and scope of work. 
• Implement and forecast plans to support new, changing, or expanded operations including personnel, equipment, facility, and training.
• Designs, plans and coordinates special projects to improve, enhance, repair and maintain the Casino structure and appurtenant property.
• Notify management regarding potential issues affecting the property along with any recommended enhancements that may improve the guest experience.
• Develop and implement a building maintenance program and prepare reports detailing the completion and status of various projects.
• Inspect new construction, repair work, projects, equipment, etc. for the purpose of ensuring that jobs are completed efficiently.
• Manage the daily operations of the maintenance, electrical, plumbing, small equipment repair, painting and maintenance sub-departmental divisions of the Casino within the facilities department.
• Maintain and manage inventory of necessary tools, materials, and supplies for daily tasks.
• Communicate with other hotel and trades staff to resolve issues and provide updates on progress.
• May be required to assist with estimating, material takeoffs, project specifications, and maintaining files of specifications, and diagrams generated from inspections.
• Product requisitions and research into competitive pricing. Makes recommendations for purchasing necessary materials.
• Facilitate, hire, and manage work being conducted by independent contractors on property.
• Where applicable, ensures compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, district, state, local, and federal policies, guidelines, and regulations.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, establishing professional networks, and participating in professional societies.
• Review staff work schedules and performance appraisals with managers and supervisors. Develop professional and personal goals/objectives for all staff and facilitate growth and opportunities.
• Conduct investigative interviews, administer discipline, respond to grievances, conduct step grievance hearings, and mediate employee disputes.
• Recommend new hires, promotions, terminations and transfers for the purpose of maintaining staffing needs and productivity of the workforce.
• Ensures that a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment is maintained.
• Adheres to all company and department policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned.

STYLE SERVICE COMMITTMENT

All Team Members commit to delivering Viejas STYLE Service, our own unique delivery of hospitality service that creates an experience our Guests never want to leave. As a Viejas Team Member, your commitment to – and upholding of --- these standards is important and necessary to ensure Viejas is a place our Guests and Team Members enjoy as a place to stay, play, dine and work!

LEADERSHIP

• Is a role model of the Viejas’s service culture.
• Leads by example and creates strong morale and engagement in his/her team.
• Communicates company and departmental goals and fosters open communication across the department.
• Fosters a culture of accountability, providing regular feedback to team members, including celebrating successes and addressing areas needing improvement.
• Manages conflict effectively; listens and assesses situations; takes action to resolve.

INTERACTION

• Always interact with internal and external guests with a positive attitude and professionalism.

SUPERVISION

• Does provide supervision to other Team Members.
• Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of team members, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals, and maintaining schedules. A portion of time is normally spent performing individual tasks related to the unit or sub-unit.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• Contractor’s License, professional facilities certifications preferred
• Valid California driver's license.

EXPERIENCE

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in facility or property management.
• Experience in building maintenance and construction which involved facility planning and design.
• Management/leadership experience required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, mechanical work, landscaping, painting, and maintenance.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills for interaction at all levels.
• Computer literacy, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, as well as work order and/or facilities/preventive maintenance programs.
• Time management skills, including the ability to organize work well, plan ahead, and ensure team is productive and efficient.
• Demonstrated listening, team player, and leadership skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
• Must have a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Must be available to work weekends, all blackout dates, and variable work shifts to be available for all team members supervised to have direct contact and leadership.

Company Description

Viejas Casino & Resort, a AAA Four Diamond Award recipient since 2013, is San Diego's premier gaming and entertainment destination. It offers world-class gaming, an array of restaurants including the renowned Grove Steakhouse, and luxurious accommodations at the Viejas Hotel and Willows Hotel & Spa. The resort features amenities like a lush pool area, full-service spa, and nine versatile meeting spaces, including the elegant Oak Ballroom. Located in Alpine, CA, Viejas also boasts the Viejas Outlets, providing a unique shopping experience alongside dining options, a bowling alley, and Southern California’s largest outdoor ice rink.

Our Benefits Package is UNMATCHED! In addition to full Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options, (Medical is 70% employer paid!), 401k retirement plan with matching, and an annual $5,000 educational reimbursement, just to name a few, and our team members now enjoy .20 cents off per gallon of gas at our Viejas Pit Stop!

Hiring Preference: The Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with tribal and federal law, the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians applies Native American preference in hiring. It is the policy of the Viejas Band to give preference in hiring to qualified applicants in the following order: 1) Viejas Tribal Members and 2) other Native Americans.