Director of Facilities and Maintenance

HAYMARKET CENTER • Full-time • Chicago, IL, US • 16m ago

Description:

The Director of Facilities will be responsible for inspecting, maintain and repairing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems to optimal operating results. The Director of Facilities will oversee Haymarket Center facility operations, manage staff, office moves and janitorial tasks; but not limited to other tasks as assigned adhering to the safety and compliance standards set forth with local, state, and federal legal requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Coordinates and communicates with the Vice President of Facilities on implementation of building projects.
Ensure compliance with all safety and security protocol.
Oversee Haymarket Centers community service, assigns work duties and updates the department of hours performed.
Oversee Haymarket Center parking lot assigning spaces; but not limited to preventing unauthorized vehicles from parking.
Works with Family Enrichment Center, and recovery workers for additional support staff.
Coordinates system repairs and monitor system performance.
Oversee Haymarket Center fleet of vehicles, negotiating leases, and servicing.
Train housekeeping staff on cleaning and compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Assures the security staff are following Haymarket Center policies and procedures.
Track all trainings of maintenance staff relative to OSHA standards.
Coordinates with IT for all internal moves and construction projects.
Coordinates trainings for Security, Housekeeping, and Maintenance.
Serves as the Fire Safety Director for the facility, overseeing fire drills, evacuation of clients according to policy and procedure.

SKILLS:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills that include the ability to
write effective business memos and correspondence.
Excellent knowledge of building services and facility management.
Ability to effectively manage professional staff, develop good relationships with a wide range of people and build a collaborative work environment.
Ability to solve problems in a strategic and tactical manner and use good judgment in making decisions.
Ability to work independently, use self-initiated follow-up to meet deadlines and proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects concurrently.
Well-organized, self-motivated, goal oriented and flexible.

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimal 10-hour OSHA certified training
Demonstrate leadership skills
Excellent project management skills
Technical training on HVAC and electronic systems

Additional requirements include; 5 years of experience in building maintenance and repair.

This position reports to the VP, Facilities and Business Services and has reporting relationships with security, housekeeping, maintenance and supply departments.