Facilities Supervisor at AeroVironment in West Valley City, UT

Job description

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Facilities Supervisor is mainly focused on service deliveries to internal customers, the daily maintenance of AV’s facilities and preventive maintenance of the company's capital equipment & infrastructure including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, automobiles and general construction. Manages a staff of personnel responsible for the technical and general facility maintenance of the site Position Responsibilities Provides 24/7 on-call support for all facility matters; Provides direction to facilities staff on a day-by-day basis Work with Facilities Manager to meet goals of space utilization and create effective work environments. Ensures monthly and yearly budget goals are on track Advises on capital needs and manage capital expenditures Works with appropriate agencies to ensure compliance with construction codes, safety orders, environmental impact, OSHA and utility services Manage the Facilities Work Order process supporting the local operations Works with Safety Manager, insurance representatives, safety consultants, and site managers to analyze local concerns such as hazardous conditions and safe work practices Performs local audits and inspections to ensure corporate safety compliance on a monthly basis Responsible for implementing local Emergency Preparedness guidelines consistent with company standards and maintaining safety equipment and supplies in support of the facility Conducts risk assessments to ensure proper business controls are in place. Works with Security Department to evaluate and maintain physical security Actively role models a personal commitment to safety and shop safety practices Supervises department employees and may plan and direct work assignments, measure results and initiate personnel action as necessary. Mentors and develops personnel both technically and professionally in a customer service driven environment. Conduct annual employee performance and development evaluations Works on issues of limited scope. Follows established practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Monitors daily operations of unit or sub-unit Other duties as assigned Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Minimum High School diploma or GED equivalent Bachelor’s Degree preferred Must have a minimum of 5 - 7 years' experience in a Facilities department role is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience 2 to 5 years of successfully leading a group of people in order to achieve tasks, goals and schedules Has demonstrated customer service skills, experience with budgets and managing expenses, responsible for purchase requests, hands-on experience in maintenance work such as electrical, painting, plumbing, carpentry and roofing repairs Has worked with a team to solicit input from departmental staff and fellow employees to maintain a healthy efficient team environment Can plan, organize and schedule the department's activities and maintain detailed records Strong proficiency in the use of hand tools and machinery related to Facilities Maintenance Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS Office software (Word, Excel and Outlook) Strong oral and written communication skills Working knowledge of common building repairs such as plumbing, light carpentry, painting, electrical, fabrication, etc. Valid Utah driver's license with clean driving record Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Vocational training is preferred Forklift certification is preferred Ability to manage and coordinate outside vendors activities, goals and schedules Track record of following projects from inception to completion Able to understand AV's purchasing policies and work within our current list of vendors. Demonstrates competency in evaluating and approving new vendors to meet business needs Ability to read blueprints including, but not limited to, electrical schematics/diagrams Perform standard plumbing repair