Lead Facilities Maintenance Associate

Job Description

As the Facilities Maintenance Lead, you’ll oversee and participate in a wide range of maintenance tasks—from painting and landscaping to supporting mechanical, electrical, and plumbing repairs. You’ll coordinate team efforts, ensure safety protocols are followed, and assist with special projects like renovations and environmental monitoring.

This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. You’ll also be responsible for vendor coordination and ensuring all work meets operational standards.

Important Note: This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. A positive result—including for marijuana—may result in rescinded offers or termination, even with a valid medical marijuana license.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform general maintenance and repairs across facility buildings
• Oversee tasks such as painting, landscaping, power washing, and parking lot striping
• Support and guide team members in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing work
• Conduct preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems
• Assist with water softener upkeep and environmental safety procedures
• Coordinate vendor access and supervise onsite work
• Participate in facility renovation projects and ensure compliance with PPE and safety protocols
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a related field; leadership experience preferred
• Skilled in using corded/cordless power tools and operating lifts
• Familiarity with heavy equipment and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a gaming license
  
  

About Us

For more than two decades, Cherokee Casino has been Oklahoma’s premier destination for gaming, live entertainment and extraordinary experiences. The brand currently owns and operates nine properties across Northeastern Oklahoma. Each features its own unique offerings yet all share in Cherokee Casino's commitment to quality.

Guests can enjoy slots and table games, multiple hotels, a delicious array of dining options, live entertainment from local and national acts, horse racing, golf, a KOA campground, meeting and event space, and monthly promotions. Cherokee Casino also offers players impressive perks and benefits through One Star Rewards. As the brand continues to expand its offerings and footprint, Cherokee Casino remains dedicated to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home.

Here's What Awaits You

• Health & Wellness:  Choose from top-notch health plans,  24/7 Telemedicine access , and  on-site health clinics  (at select locations).
• Financial Security:  Grow your future with a generous  401(k) match  and  paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance:  Enjoy  flexible spending accounts ,  maternity/ paternity leave , and  voluntary benefits  for added peace of mind.
• And More:  Earn  incentives  based on performance,  refer friends  and get rewarded, and enjoy  discounts  and  holiday appreciation gifts .
  
  

About The Team

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country . As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.

Step Into a World Of Possibilities

• Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms .
• Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.
• Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic.
• Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.
  
  

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home . We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.

Company:Cherokee Nation Entertainment