Assistant Facilities Manager

Assistant Facilities Manager

Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience preferred with an emphasis on management in grocery retail or restaurant management.
• General knowledge of maintenance, equipment repair, and cleaning procedures required.
• A minimum of two years management experience within a Facilities setting or equivalent experience required.
• Knowledge of natural and conventional foods and the food industry preferred.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
• In-depth understanding of electrical, HVAC, and refrigeration systems. Ability to monitor and troubleshoot HVAC and lighting control systems. Ability to diagnose and make light repairs and be able teach the skills to others.
• Ability to operate hand & power tools, operate & understand mechanical equipment, and make basic repairs.
• Knowledge of carpentry and plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day issues related to Facilities, physical plant and grounds.
• Works with Facilities Manager to implement planning and budget guidelines.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with all Department Managers to assist in planning for future department renovations or improvements.
• Ensures Facilities budget requirements and spending are on target or below.
• Ensures Preventative Maintenance Program is robust and up-to-date and is completed by fully trained staff.
• With the assistance of the Facilities Manager, ensures capital budgeted projects are completed on time and at or below budget.
• Willingness to work a varied schedule based on the needs of business and projects.
• Helps to ensure that all work areas are well maintained within and surrounding City Market premises in a clean and orderly condition.
• Responsible for coordinating grounds maintenance, including snow removal, salting, landscape maintenance, parking lot signage, supporting gardeners, etc.
• Ensures Facilities staff are well trained and productive in basic custodial, maintenance and monitoring of parking lot.
• Maintain ongoing cleaning program for common areas of the store not covered by individual departments. This includes: hallways, stairwells, bathrooms, windows, etc. Assist departments in achieving cleanliness goals.
• Responsible for regular store maintenance such as changing light bulbs and ventilation filters, greasing stocking carts and swinging doors, painting, light construction, wall repair, moving office equipment, coordinating waste disposal, shoveling snow, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of natural and conventional foods and the food industry preferred.