Director of Facilities & Fleet Operations

Catholic Charities; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago seeks a Director of Maintenance and Transportation to oversee facilities, security, and fleet operations across ~10 buildings. The role requires ensuring regulatory compliance, safety, and efficient operations while serving employees and clients.

The position emphasizes leadership of maintenance programs, budget control, and vendor management within a faith-based social service organization in the Chicago area.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building systems, safety regulations, and sustainability practices.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Experience supervising maintenance and transportation operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs fleet operations across organizational vehicles, developing policies and service standards for safety and efficiency.
• Directs facilities for ~10 buildings, ensuring safety, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as primary point of contact for building, security, and vehicle issues; coordinate maintenance and vendor services.
• Manage relationships with external service providers and contractors; ensure timely resolution of facility and fleet concerns.
• Oversee facility relocations, space closures, and logistics projects to minimize operational impact.

Skills

Building systems

Safety regulations

Budget management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago seeks a Director of Maintenance and Transportation to oversee facilities, security, and fleet operations across ~10 buildings. The role requires ensuring regulatory compliance, safety, and efficient operations while serving employees and clients.

The position emphasizes leadership of maintenance programs, budget control, and vendor management within a faith-based social service organization in the Chicago area.