Supv-District Facility Maint
FedEx Freight · Chicago Heights, IL · 2 mo ago
Management$80k–$127k/yrFull-time
Position Overview
Manage facility maintenance personnel, maintenance activities, vendor performance, and facility asset readiness within an assigned district. Lead the execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programs, drive in-house maintenance utilization, ensure safe and compliant facilities, and support operational excellence through effective maintenance planning, cost management, and workforce development.
Essential Functions
- Lead and develop Facility Maintenance Technicians (FMTs), fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee district maintenance operations, ensuring timely execution of work orders, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs.
- Monitor and drive performance metrics, including work order aging, response times, backlog, completion rates, and service quality.
- Partner with Operations leadership to prioritize maintenance needs and support uninterrupted business operations.
- Manage vendor performance and relationships, ensuring service standards while identifying cost and efficiency opportunities.
- Control maintenance spends through cost analysis, resource optimization, and effective vendor management.
- Coordinate daily operations, including workload prioritization, scheduling, resource allocation, and project execution.
- Oversee administrative functions, including payroll, timekeeping, work orders, reporting, inventory, and system compliance.
- Facilitate team communication to review performance, reinforce safety, and drive continuous improvement.
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience plus two (2) years' experience in building maintenance.
- Two (2) years of leadership, supervisory, team lead, or management experience preferred.
- Experience managing maintenance vendors, service contracts, and facility-related projects preferred.
- Knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, doors, dock equipment, and general facility infrastructure preferred.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and employee development skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and maintenance management systems.
- Valid driver's license required.
Work Conditions
- Ability to travel within assigned district and region as required.
- Exposure to active freight operations, maintenance activities, construction sites, and outdoor environments.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions, noise levels, dust, and facility maintenance work environments.
- Hours may vary based on operational needs, emergencies, and project requirements.
- Ability to visit and inspect facilities, equipment, and maintenance work areas.
Pay
Annual Salary: $80,165.00 - $126,660.00
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Personal/sick paid time
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Bonus potential
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid bereavement
- Employee discounts
- Vacation (FT only)
- Paid holidays (FT only)