Summary
Under the direction of the Facilities Manager and Director, the General Foreman plans, directs, and supervises the daily operations of Facilities team members engaged in maintenance, construction, renovation, and repair activities throughout the property.
This position is responsible for coordinating labor, materials, equipment, contractors, and project schedules to ensure work orders and projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and organizational expectations.
The General Foreman serves as a working leader by providing technical expertise, leadership, coaching, and support to Facilities Technicians while maintaining a strong focus on safety, service excellence, quality workmanship, and operational efficiency.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Direct, supervise, and coordinate the daily activities of Facilities Technicians and contractors.
- Plan, prioritize, assign, and monitor work to ensure timely completion of maintenance requests, repairs, and projects.
- Develop labor plans, material requirements, and project schedules to support departmental operations.
- Monitor work progress and adjust staffing and resources as operational needs change.
- Provide technical guidance and support to Facilities Technicians in troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues.
- Review and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
- Ensure work is performed in compliance with federal, state, local, and Tribal codes, regulations, and safety standards.
- Conduct inspections of completed work to verify quality, safety, and compliance.
- Coordinate with department leaders to minimize operational disruption during maintenance and construction activities.
- Maintain accurate records including work orders, labor hours, project documentation, and equipment histories within the CMMS.
- Assist in developing project scopes, cost estimates, budgets, and timelines.
- Coordinate and oversee contractors and vendors performing work on property.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance departmental performance.
- Respond to emergency maintenance situations and provide leadership during facility-related incidents.
- Ensure tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained and available for Facilities team members.
- Promote and enforce safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
- Participate in long-range facilities planning, capital improvement projects, and departmental initiatives.
Additional Duties
- Remain informed of major property events that may impact Facilities operations.
- Attend all required meetings and training sessions.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Display sensitivity to Native American culture.
- Operate within the parameters of Little Creek Human Resource Policies, departmental policies, and all applicable regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
S.I.G.E. Tribal State Compact & Accounting & Internal Control
Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for Internal Control and Compact compliance regarding Casino Operations and ensure compliance with regulations of the Tribal Gaming Commission.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Supervise, mentor, and support Facilities Technicians and project team members.
- Provide coaching, training, performance feedback, and ongoing development opportunities.
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and team member development.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, and professional conduct.
- Foster a positive team environment focused on collaboration, service, and continuous improvement.
- Lead by example and model professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Language Skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, schematics, operating and maintenance instructions, technical manuals, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, project documentation, and work-related records.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members, leadership, contractors, vendors, and other departments.
- Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from leadership, team members, and guests.
Reasoning Ability
- Ability to solve practical problems and make sound decisions in complex and fast-paced operational environments.
- Ability to troubleshoot building systems, maintenance issues, and project-related challenges.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and emergency situations while maintaining operational continuity.
- Ability to interpret and apply a variety of written, verbal, technical, and diagram-based instructions.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment in coordinating labor, materials, and resources.
Other Skills and Abilities
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage projects, schedules, and multiple priorities effectively.
- Working knowledge of commercial building systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general construction practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with internal departments, contractors, and vendors.
- Ability to promote and enforce workplace safety standards and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for a diverse population.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professionalism in all situations.
Education And/Or Experience
Education And/Or Experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Technical school, trade certification, or apprenticeship completion preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, construction, building operations, or related field required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience in hospitality, gaming, healthcare, or large commercial facilities preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Class III gaming license issued by the Squaxin Island Gaming Commission
- Valid Washington State driver’s license.
- OSHA 30 certification preferred.
- Trade certifications are preferred.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- The team member is required to sustain long periods of standing; walking; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance.
- The team member must be able to withstand long periods of stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- The team member is occasionally required to talk or hear.
- The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, long periods of working outside in all types of weather conditions and exposed to mechanical equipment vibrations. The team member is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and high, precarious places. The team member is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
