Darrlyn Bennett II
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Facilities and engineering leader with proven expertise in managing critical plant infrastructure and multi-tower hospitality assets exceeding 1,400 rooms. Nine years of experience in U.S. Air Force commercial HVAC operations, ensuring mission-critical reliability and life-safety compliance. Demonstrated ability to control capital and operational expenses effectively.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Chief Engineer
Palms Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
04.2025 - Current
- Executed quarterly preventive maintenance across all property assets, ensuring high operational readiness.
- Enhanced cost efficiency and output of diverse facility equipment through corrective maintenance and calibration.
- Analyzed system functions, budgets, and objectives to identify necessary changes.
- Negotiated vendor contracts for repair services and supplies required by engineering department.
- Prepared cost estimates for proposed capital improvement projects as needed.
- Created detailed reports on engineering-related activities for senior management review.
- Supervised engineering and maintenance staff, facilitating hiring, training, and professional development.
- Collaborated with food & beverage leadership to ensure kitchen continuity during complex repairs and domestic water shutdowns.
Facility Manager
USAF
Las Vegas, NV
02.2017 - 07.2024
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Optimized HVAC and lighting systems for energy efficiency, contributing to environmental sustainability goals.
Education
Air Force Airman Leadership School - Leadership and Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2021
Associate of Arts -
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IAMechanical And Electrical Technology - HVAC
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALCFC/NCFC Universal Certification -
Facility Management Professional (FMP) -
Interpersonal Comm. -
Kent State University
Skills
- Building maintenance
- Performance assessment
- Database maintenance
- Microsoft Office Suite
- NexGen IT
- Preventive Maintenance
- Electrical systems
- Pumps
- Cooling Towers
- Energy optimization
- Boilers/Heating Systems
- Planning and scheduling
- Cost-reduction methods
- Leadership and supervision
Timeline
Assistant Chief Engineer
Palms Casino
04.2025 - Current
Facility Manager
USAF
02.2017 - 07.2024
Air Force Airman Leadership School - Leadership and Management
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Arts -
Iowa Central Community College
Mechanical And Electrical Technology - HVAC
Community College of The Air Force
CFC/NCFC Universal Certification -
Facility Management Professional (FMP) -
Interpersonal Comm. -
Kent State University