Facilities Manager

Description:

This position is a shared position between Grant Wood Area Education Agency and Heartland Area Education Agency. The main office in Grant Wood AEA is in Cedar Rapids and the main office in Heartland AEA is in Johnston. The Facilities Manager primary responsibilities are construction project management, facility management and agency distribution systems. Manage operations of the Agency including: custodial, security, maintenance, distribution services, and construction projects. A focus on efficiency and effectiveness of processes is crucial. Optimize facility space allocation, warehouse storage and long range facility maintenance through effective resource management.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five (5) years combined experience in operations, facilities, project, or warehouse/distribution systems management.
• Bachelor’s degree in operations, facility, warehouse or distribution management, or similar field is preferred.
• Possession of, or ability to acquire, Certified Facility Management credentials.
• Ability to use industrial equipment, consisting of but not limited to forklift, ladders, dollies, scaffolding, pallet jacks, and ability to use standard office equipment including computers.
• Physical demands of position include moderate walking, standing, and/or climbing ability to lift and carry 75 pounds without assistance, stooping, bending and reaching.
• Must be able to travel between Agency offices and other work sites.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a current and valid Iowa Drivers License with Class A CDL certification.
• A background check is a condition of employment.

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