District Facility Maintenance Leader

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a Facility Maintenance Leader to oversee district maintenance operations, develop technicians, and drive preventive and corrective maintenance programs across multiple sites.

The role emphasizes safety, cost management, vendor performance, and maintenance planning, with travel within the district and close collaboration with Operations to ensure uninterrupted service. Strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience plus two (2) years' experience in building maintenance.
• Two (2) 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.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• 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

Team leadership

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance management systems

MS Office

HVAC knowledge

Job description

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a Facility Maintenance Leader to oversee district maintenance operations, develop technicians, and drive preventive and corrective maintenance programs across multiple sites.

The role emphasizes safety, cost management, vendor performance, and maintenance planning, with travel within the district and close collaboration with Operations to ensure uninterrupted service. Strong leadership, problem solving, and communication skills are essential.