FACILITIES SUPERVISOR jobs in Brookings, SD

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·       Facility Maintenance and Repairs: Oversee and schedule regular building maintenance and repairs, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and structural issues. Ensure that the work is completed to a high standard and in a timely manner.

·       Grounds Keeping: Coordinate and oversee grounds keeping activities including snow and lawn services.

·       Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all facilities meet health, safety, and environmental standards and comply with government regulations. Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards.

·       Budget Management: Work with leadership to develop and manage the annual facilities budget. Monitor expenses, negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers, and seek cost-effective solutions for facility maintenance and upgrades.  Work with Procurement on purchasing of facilities related inventory.

·       Vendor and Contractor Management: Recommend and manage relationships with external vendors and contractors. Ensure that all external parties comply with contractual obligations and company standards.

·       Space Planning: Oversee space planning and allocation to optimize the use of the facility. Coordinate internal moves and manage changes to office layouts.

·       Team Leadership: Lead and manage the facilities team, including maintenance staff and custodians. Provide training, set goals, and conduct performance evaluations.

·       Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement emergency plans for natural disasters, power outages, and other unforeseen events. Ensure that all employees are familiar with emergency procedures.

·       Sustainability Initiatives: Promote and implement sustainable practices within the facilities to reduce environmental impact and improve energy efficiency.

·       Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the point of contact for facility-related issues. Communicate effectively with employees, management, and external stakeholders regarding facility status and ongoing projects.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent. Technical degree is preferred. 5 years’ experience in maintenance and a background in supervision, or equivalent of education and experience.  Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Demonstrated leadership skills. Carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and carpentry training or experience. Ability to use hand tools and measuring equipment. Ability to coach, mentor, and empower team members to succeed. High level of patience and service. Ability to motivate team members. Problem-solving abilities. Ability to identify waste and creatively look for solutions. Ability to be flexible and multitask. Ability to read blueprints and maintain accurate records. Proficient with computers. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff. Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required. Refer to Viaflex Vehicle Operations Policy CS-13 for guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position requires entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it.  Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k.   We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits.  Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.