Field Facilities Specialist

Kohl's; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kohl's is seeking a Field Facilities Specialist to perform maintenance and handyman services across its stores, upholding brand standards and safety rules. The role requires independent work, strong communication, and hands-on skills in doors, plumbing, electrical and general upkeep.

Travel up to 100% with overnight stays may be necessary; lifting up to 50 lbs is expected. Prior retail maintenance experience is preferred, along with familiarity with standard maintenance tools.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, navigation of websites and ability to utilize new computer systems, including smartphones
• 2-4 years of prior maintenance work with a strong focus on door, plumbing, electrical/lighting and handyman services
• Prior retail or office building maintenance experience
• Familiarity with general maintenance tools and tasks

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders as assigned by supervisor timely and accurate
• Ensure all necessary materials and tools to perform daily work are available and kept in good condition (Kohl’s will provide all needed tools)
• Perform interior store repairs and maintenance focusing on door and plumbing repairs
• Perform interior lighting and electrical repairs, including lamp/ballast replacement and minor outlet repairs
• Perform flooring, carpet, tile, patch and paint, carpentry, laminate, wallpaper, fixture and equipment repairs
• Perform exterior maintenance of the building including painting and related tasks
• Assist stores with housekeeping problem-solving and suggested solutions to increase CLEAN presence in stores
• Communicate safety and cleanliness issues and action plans to resolve
• Identify maintenance issues and coordinate with vendors via the Web Based Facilities Management system
• Communicate recaps to Territory Facilities Manager and Store/District Managers
• Additional tasks may be assigned

Skills

Independent work

Verbal & written communication

MS Word & Excel

Maintenance experience 2-4 yrs

Retail/office maintenance

General maintenance tools

Education

No formal education requirement

Tools

General tools

Job description

About The Role

As Field Facilities Specialist, you will perform maintenance and handyman services in Kohl's stores, ensuring company brand standards are maintained. You will meet budgets, communicate effectively with both internal and external customers and perform all work in a quality manner, following all safety rules and regulations.

About The Role

As Field Facilities Specialist, you will perform maintenance and handyman services in Kohl's stores, ensuring company brand standards are maintained. You will meet budgets, communicate effectively with both internal and external customers and perform all work in a quality manner, following all safety rules and regulations.

What You’ll Do

• Complete work orders as assigned by supervisor timely and accurate
• Ensure all necessary materials and tools to perform daily work are available and kept in good condition (Kohl’s will provide all needed tools)
• Perform interior store repairs and maintenance with a focus on door (interior and exterior) and plumbing (faucet, toilet, water heater, etc.) repair
• Perform interior lighting and electrical repairs, including lamp/ballast replacement and minor outlet repairs
• Perform flooring, carpet, tile, patch and paint, carpentry, laminate, wallpaper, fixture and equipment repairs
• Perform exterior maintenance of the building, including low elevation, building painting, curb/ramp painting, power-washing, and minor common area maintenance repairs
• Assist stores with housekeeping problem-solving and suggested solutions for store associate teams and contract cleaning providers to increase CLEAN presence in stores
• Communicate safety and cleanliness issues and action plans to resolve
• Identify interior and exterior maintenance issues that need resolution by exterior vendors and enter issues into Web Based Facilities Management program for assignment and completion
• Communicate recaps regularly to the Territory Facilities Manager and/or Store and District Managers of stores visited, wins and opportunities found and issues resolved on store visits
• Additional tasks may be assigned

What Skills You Have

• Ability to work independently
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, navigation of websites and ability to utilize new computer systems, including smartphones
• 2-4 years of prior maintenance work with a strong focus on door, plumbing, electrical/lighting and handyman Services
• Prior retail or office building maintenance experience
• Familiarity with general maintenance tools and tasks

Preferred

• Ability to repair a variety of other interior/exterior issues as assigned by Supervisor, including equipment and CAM items

Special Requirements

• Moderate lifting – 25 to 50lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to travel up to 100% of the time with some overnight stays based on store schedule/location
• Ability to climb/work on ladders up to 12ft in height to address lighting, painting, etc. issues
• Valid driver’s license with a currently registered vehicle