District Facilities Maintenance Lead

FedEx Freight, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a Facility Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance teams in an assigned district. You will drive preventive and corrective programs, ensure safe, compliant facilities, and support operations with planning, cost control, and workforce development.

You will oversee maintenance operations, vendor performance, and administrative tasks while promoting a safety-first culture and continuous improvement across the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience plus two years' experience in building maintenance.
• Two years of leadership, supervisory, team lead, or management experience preferred.
• Experience managing maintenance vendors, service contracts, and facility-related projects preferred.
• Knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, doors, dock equipment, and general facility infrastructure preferred.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and employee development skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and maintenance management systems.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Facility Maintenance Technicians (FMTs), fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee district maintenance operations, ensuring timely execution of work orders, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs.
• Monitor and drive performance metrics, including work order aging, response times, backlog, completion rates, and service quality.
• Partner with Operations leadership to prioritize maintenance needs and support uninterrupted business operations.
• Manage vendor performance and relationships, ensuring service standards while identifying cost and efficiency opportunities.
• Control maintenance spends through cost analysis, resource optimization, and effective vendor management.
• Coordinate daily operations, including workload prioritization, scheduling, resource allocation, and project execution.
• Oversee administrative functions, including payroll, timekeeping, work orders, reporting, inventory, and system compliance.
• Facilitate team communication to review performance, reinforce safety, and drive continuous improvement.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Employee development

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Time management

Maintenance management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a Facility Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance teams in an assigned district. You will drive preventive and corrective programs, ensure safe, compliant facilities, and support operations with planning, cost control, and workforce development.

You will oversee maintenance operations, vendor performance, and administrative tasks while promoting a safety-first culture and continuous improvement across the district.