Facility and Security Director

Spee-Dee Delivery Service; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 97,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan

Quarterly Bonuses

Job summary

Spee-Dee Delivery Service in Minnesota seeks a Facilities Director to lead company-wide facility operations, maintenance, custodial, and security functions across multiple locations. Frequent travel between facilities is required to support daily freight and delivery operations.

The role requires strong leadership, budget oversight, vendor management, and a track record of improving facility performance in a multi-site environment. Exempt salary, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• High level leadership and people management abilities.
• Experience overseeing multi-site facility operations and security.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA, DOT, and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for facility operations across locations.
• Oversee maintenance, custodial, security, and grounds operations.
• Develop preventative maintenance programs and facility standards.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Coordinate emergency repairs and operational disruptions.
• Lead facility-related projects and site improvements.
• Hire, onboard, and mentor facility staff; conduct regular reviews.

Job description

Company Overview

Spee-Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded throughout the Midwest.

Job Summary

The Facilities Director provides leadership and oversight for company-wide facility operations, maintenance, custodial services, and security functions across multiple locations. This role ensures facilities remain safe, compliant, and operational to support daily freight and delivery operations while overseeing facility projects, budgets, vendors, and staff. Frequent travel between company locations is required.

Hours and Wages

• Exempt salary position
• Starting wage: $97,000-$128,000 per year, based on relevant years of experience, education, certifications, and comparison to other employees already in this role

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all company-wide facility operations including building maintenance, custodial operations, grounds maintenance, and security functions
• Oversee the maintenance and operational readiness of terminals, warehouses, docks, office facilities, and exterior grounds to support transportation and package/pallet delivery operations
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs and facility standards across all company locations
• Supervise facility management staff, maintenance personnel, custodial employees, and security teams
• Establish and monitor facility maintenance schedules for HVAC systems, dock equipment, overhead doors, lighting, plumbing, electrical systems, and security systems
• Ensure facilities remain compliant with OSHA, DOT, environmental, fire safety, and company operational standards
• Lead facility-related projects including remodels, expansions, renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and operational improvement initiatives
• Review and approve company-wide facility expenses, maintenance invoices, capital expenditures, and repair costs
• Develop, manage, and monitor facility and maintenance budgets company-wide
• Negotiate and manage contracts, leases, and service agreements with vendors, contractors, and facility providers
• Inspect and approve work completed by outside contractors and service providers
• Coordinate emergency repairs and facility-related operational disruptions to minimize downtime within transportation operations
• Oversee facility security measures including building access controls, alarm systems, surveillance systems, and terminal security procedures
• Conduct facility inspections to identify maintenance concerns, safety risks, and opportunities for operational improvements
• Coordinate snow removal, groundskeeping, and seasonal property maintenance for all company locations
• Conduct monthly fuel testing and oversee yearly watershed reporting requirements for the State of Minnesota as required
• Maintain accurate facility records, inspection documentation, compliance reporting, and maintenance tracking systems
• Hire, onboard, train, mentor, and evaluate facility and maintenance employees
• Facilitate leadership meetings and collaborate with operations leadership regarding facility needs, growth planning, and operational priorities
• Frequent travel between facilities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when necessary
• Excellent organizational, planning, and project management abilities
• Strong leadership, employee development, and team management skills
• Ability to manage multiple facilities, projects, and operational priorities simultaneously
• Knowledge of facility maintenance systems, warehouse operations, security systems, and transportation terminal environments
• Strong communication and vendor management skills
• Ability to develop budgets and manage facility-related expenses effectively
• Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and operational disruptions
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education and Experience

• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Business Management, or related field preferred
• Previous leadership or director-level management experience preferred
• 7+ years of experience in facilities management, building maintenance, transportation terminal operations, custodial operations, or related field preferred
• Experience managing multi-site operations, vendors, contractors, and facility improvement projects preferred
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required
• Must hold or obtain a valid forklift certification
• Must hold or obtain OSHA 30 certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pass a DOT physical
• Ability to lift up to 50 repetitively and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Some overhead lifting involved
• Full range of motion with no limits on grasping, standing, squatting, stair climbing, walking, etc.
• Work environment requires time spent outdoors in changing weather elements as well as in a vehicle
• Ability to work with all types of freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.

EEO and Affi...

Spee-Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.