Descripción del empleo
Retail Maintenance Manager oversees all aspects of maintaining a retail store's facilities, equipment, and systems, ensuring optimal functionality and safety while adhering to company standards and budgets.
Key Responsibilities of a Retail Maintenance Manager: Facility Maintenance:
· Develop and implement maintenance plans for the store's physical structure, including buildings, fixtures, and equipment.
· Coordinates, monitors and performs preventive, predictive and proactive maintenance and repairs of stores and company facilities.
· Conduct regular inspections to identify potential problems and schedule necessary repairs or maintenance.
· Oversee and coordinate repairs, renovations, and upgrades, ensuring timely completion and adherence to safety standards.
· Manage and maintain inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
· Receives and evaluates repair requests from the store’s personnel to determine if repairs should be performed in-house or through a contracted repair service.
· Solicits bids from vendors, negotiate pricing and timeframes and secures contracts with vendors.
· Works with contractors and outside vendors.
Equipment Maintenance:
· Ensure all equipment (e.g., HVAC, electrical, security systems, point-of-sale systems) is functioning properly and safely.
· Schedule and oversee preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure long-term reliability.
· Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues and coordinate repairs with internal personnel or external contractors.
Problem Solving and Crisis Management:
· Responds to maintenance emergencies and ensures timely repairs.
· Identifies root causes of equipment failures and implements preventative measures.
· Communicate effectively with management and external vendors.
Team Management:
· Supervise and train maintenance personnel, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties effectively.
· Evaluate performance and provide feedback to improve skills and productivity.
Budget and Resource Management:
· Develop and manage the maintenance budget, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost-effectiveness.
· Negotiate contracts with vendors and contractors, ensuring competitive pricing and quality of service.
· Track expenses and report on maintenance performance and budget adherence.
Safety and Compliance:
· Ensure all maintenance activities comply with company safety policies and regulations.
· Conduct regular safety inspections and address any safety concerns promptly.
· Provide safety training to maintenance personnel and ensure they are aware of potential hazards.
Education and Experience:
· A bachelor's degree in a relevant field like facilities management, engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial).
· Hands-on Experience:
Extensive experience in maintenance operations, including planning, scheduling, and executing maintenance tasks, is crucial.
Technical Skills:
· Equipment Knowledge:
Understanding how to operate, troubleshoot, and repair various equipment used in a retail environment (e.g., HVAC, lighting, electrical systems, POS systems).
· Preventive Maintenance:
Knowledge of implementing and managing preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and reduce repair costs.
· Maintenance Procedures:
Familiarity with industry-standard maintenance procedures and safety protocols.
· Technical Expertise:
Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently.
· Leadership and Management Skills:
Ability to motivate, train, and lead the maintenance team.
· Project Management: Skills in planning, organizing, and executing maintenance projects, including budgeting and scheduling.
· Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and maintain a well-organized work environment.
· Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
· Problem-Solving: Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems quickly and effectively.
· Communication:
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with staff, customers, vendors, and upper management.
· Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to build rapport, resolve conflicts, and work effectively with diverse individuals.
Tipo de puesto: Tiempo completo
Beneficios:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial