Facility Maintenance Manager

Safeway; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertsons Companies seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the repair and maintenance of the retail MHE fleet and refrigeration systems. You will drive safety compliance, labor relations, and capital projects across distribution centers. A strong background in NFPA standards, PSM, and CMMS is essential.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 4 years of management experience in refrigerated distribution, with the ability to supervise a diverse team and coordinate with union staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 4 years management experience, preferably in refrigerated distribution.
• Strong knowledge of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems and PSM/EPA compliance.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 20, NFPA 13, NFPA E-70.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.
• Proficient CMMS usage and basic Microsoft Office.
• Experience supervising a diverse, unionized workforce.

Responsibilities

• Manage repair and maintenance of retail MHE fleet and coordinate with store personnel.
• Set and monitor maintenance targets and performance.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA/EPA/USDA/FDA/NFPA etc.
• Train department personnel on safe operation and repairs.
• Oversee capital development and project management.
• Ensure safe operation of ammonia refrigeration and related systems.

Skills

Refrigeration systems

PSM / OSHA

NFPA standards

Blueprints

CMMS

Budget management

Capital projects

Leadership & supervision

Labor relations

DS/AM engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Electrical schematics

Job description

About The Company

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose

: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.

MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose

: to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.

Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centres and 17 manufacturing plants.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

#bringyourflavor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 4 years management experience (preferably in refrigerated distribution)
• Strong overall knowledge of anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems, process safety management (PSM / OSHA), and risk management plan (RMP / EPA) compliance
• Must have working knowledge of (National Fire Protection) NFPA 20, NFPA 13, and NFPA E-70 (Shock Hazard and Arc Flash)
• Possess a skilled labour aptitude to understand the mechanical, electrical, piping, and structural equipment
• Working knowledge of building automation systems
• Proficient in understanding blueprints and electrical schematics
• Excellent organisational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility
• Experience in a union environment (strong labour relations skills preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and team building skills. This includes the ability to empower, supervise, coach, and direct a diverse workforce
• Well-developed computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays (as needed)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills required for effective communications with all levels of the organisation
• Experienced in department budget management.
• Ability to manage large capital projects

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Responsible for managing the repair and maintenance of the retail MHE (material handling equipment) fleet. This requires communicating repairs and replacements with store personnel.
• Set and monitor maintenance performance targets both short and long term.
• Stay abreast on current and future Federal, State, and Municipal laws and regulations, collective bargaining agreements and company work requirements regarding maintenance and warehouse operation.
• Manage labour relations by dealing with grievances, corporate, warehouse employees, and union business agents.
• Ensure that all facility and equipment meet regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, USDA, FDA, NFPA, etc.)
• Ensure that all department personnel are trained in the safe operation and repairs of all equipment. This includes emergency tasks and procedures
• Manage capital development, cost estimation and project management.
• Ensure safe operation of all refrigeration systems (ammonia, boilers, chillers, etc.), with oversight of PSM (process safety management)
• Ensure all CMMS data is current and accurate. This would include assets, purchasing, inventory and personnel
• Provide day‑to‑day operational leadership for department supervision, engineers, mechanics, and associated personnel.
• Develop a work environment within distribution that promotes trust, teamwork quality and safety.
• Assist in the creation, review and modification of existing workflow procedures and tasks

What is it like at Albertsons?

Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the associate(s) in this job. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary by position.