Facilities Manager at Swift Transportation

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At Swift, our greatest asset is OUR PEOPLE! We strive to be the best and give our best every day. We are passionate about learning and cultivating an environment of safety, honesty and mutual respect. We are a family where everyone has a voice and plays an essential role in our overall success and the success of our drivers. Your voice and perspective matter at Swift Transportation. We understand that you are the subject matter expert, and we trust you to ideate and execute those ideas based on the best interest of the company.

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Job Responsibilities: What you will do

Manages the proper operation and maintenance for Knight Swift Holding Inc multi-site portfolio, which includes commercial office and industrial space. Asses the most cost effective and efficient solutions. Manages the work assignments for building technicians, vendors, and contractors.

• Prepare capital project budgets and operating budget reports.
• Create and manage facility requests in Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Ensure AP invoices are assigned to correct cost center.
• Manage facilities staff which can include vendors, contractors and/or employees to deliver exceptional service within the prescribed budget.
• Coordinate work assignments among building technicians, vendors, and contractors and ensures assignments are completed on time and within budget.
• Review price quotes for the procurement of parts, services, and labor for projects.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with Knight & Swift Transportation employees.
• Oversee the scheduling, maintenance, and monitoring of all business-critical facility systems to ensure efficient operation.
• Inspect assigned facilities and generate inspection reports.
• Manage various facilities projects.
• Develop and implement innovative programs and processes that reduce short and long term operating costs and increase productivity.
• Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety, Environment and Risk Management policies and procedures that relate to the sites.
• Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.

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Qualifications: What you need to bring

• 7 years' experience in facilities, property management or related field, required. Multi-site experience preferred.
• Previous experience with CMMS required.
• General working knowledge of HVAC, electrical and plumbing required.
• Previous leadership experience in a facilities management preferred.
• Associates' degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication skills.
• Must possess strong analytical skills and be able to interpret complex business documents.
• Must be knowledgeable of financial terms and principles.
• Must be able to train, mentor and develop others.
• Must be able to understand and enforce company policies.
• Must be able to prepare and deliver compelling arguments and presentations in a way that builds impacts and influences others and successfully builds coalitions for key initiatives.
• Must possess strong leadership and organization skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and respond to problems in a tactful, expedient and professional manner.

What we offer: 

• Competitive starting salary commensurate with experience and geographic location.
• Potential bonus pay based on company performance.
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to local communities.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes:
  • 401(K)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Supplemental and Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.