Facility Manager, UME

The Facility Manager maintains the buildings and grounds of the organization, directs staff and oversees the upkeep of equipment and supplies. The Facility Manager will ensure the buildings and grounds are maintained, which entails daily and weekly cleaning schedules and inspections, as well as determining and scheduling repairs, waste reduction improvements, and safety inspections. The Facility Manager is responsible for managing the maintenance of fixed equipment, machinery, buildings and other facilities through appropriate repair facilities and the Department of Public Works (DPW). The Facility Manager will be responsible for key control of affected facilities and secure areas.

• Develop and implement a facility management program including preventative maintenance and life-cycle requirements.
• Conduct, document, and report regular facilities inspections.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes.
• Submit and monitor work orders for repair and ensure maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.
• Implement best practice processes to increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with the military representatives to obtain quotes and tenders from vendors and suppliers.
• Calculate and compare costs for goods and services to maximize cost-effectiveness and coordinate with the Purchasing Clerk to prepare cost estimates.
• Generate and present regular reports and reviews of facility-related activities.
• Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives.
• Advise on and monitor energy efficiency.
• Assure security of the facility.

• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance procedures, and safety regulations.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills to conduct meetings, execute plans and prepare reports, plans, and work instructions.
• Must have the ability to provide information and reports, resolve issues and recommend actions to improve delivery of services to the customers.
• Must be able to pass a Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
• Experienced user with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to receive a favorable Tier 1 investigation result and obtain/maintain a CAC.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years of facilities maintenance control/maintenance.
• Minimum of two to three years of progressive experience and responsibility in a maintenance field with specific experience in facilities management.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement.

Physical Demands & Working Environment:

• Work is regularly performed in a combination of office and shop environments and is regularly exposed to dust, odors, oil, fumes and noise. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Pay & Benefits:

• Pay range: $85K - $95K.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.