Physical Facilities Manager - Market Development (Salt Lake City, UT) - Associated Food Stores, Inc

WHO ARE WE?

• We are a long-standing organization dedicated to supporting grocery retailers across the Intermountain West for over 80 years.
• Our company prioritizes our team members, their families, and the communities we serve.
• We proudly partner with local organizations to fundraise, donate, and sponsor various charitable activities and events.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, vacation, sick leave, and exclusive team member perks and grocery discounts (10% off!).
• Flexible Work Environment: Benefit from a hybrid work schedule that combines in-office collaboration with the flexibility of working from home.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Career Advancement: Explore opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company.
• Daily Pay Option: Access your earned wages more frequently with our daily pay option.

JOB SUMMARY:

A Physical Facilities Assistant Manager helps direct maintenance, forklift repair, and sanitation team members in the care and maintenance of all Salt Lake and Corporate facilities and equipment. Aids in the maintenance and repair of the buildings and grounds, electrical systems, HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, plumbing systems, etc. Responsible for bidding and project management on minor capital improvements (i.e.: dock plates, packaging, etc.). Designs and draws warehouse racking layouts, office remodels, etc. The Physical Facilities Assistant Manager, works alongside the Manager in all capacities to help lead and train the maintenance team and is expected to have a strong working knowledge of the following:

1. Maintenance and repair of corporate office, corporate store buildings and properties, building equipment and systems, warehouse and dock equipment, and all exterior yards and property. 
2. Help maintain life safety for guests and team members as it pertains to facilities and systems. 
3. Oversees sanitation operations in the grocery warehouse.
4. Forecasts annual expenses and major repairs for all facilities and aids in annual budget process for both corporate office and corporate retails facilities.
5. Is involved with fire insurance issues, major capital improvement projects, maintenance and other issues within all Associated Food divisions and facilities.
6. Direct and oversee bids, and contracts for 3rd party services such as janitorial services, waste disposal, cardboard recycling, fire protection monitoring, landscaping, snow removal etc.
7. Actively participates in the format and timing of projects, facilitate project design, recommend best approach based on experience, project costs for approval, and initiate start of project.
8. Analyzes and assesses equipment and system replacement vs repair. 
9. Interviews, bids and awards 3rd party contracts for equipment, systems and capital improvement projects.
10. In emergency situations, decides what needs to be done and how quickly in order to restore warehouse operation.
11. Other administrative tasks such as, but not limited to, invoice reconciliation, bids, contracts, yard improvements and repairs etc.
12. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

      Knowledge of all trade skills - carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, etc.

      Interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.

      Computer proficiency with basic office suite programs (i.e. outlook, Teams, spreadsheets and PowerPoint. 

      Ability to work with and interpret CADD drawings.

      Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

      2 years trades training or equivalent preferred

      4 years job-related experience preferred

       Ability to react quickly and accurately to emergency situations that impair warehouse production.

      Regular on-site attendance is required

Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.