Facilities Administrator

Your role on our team:

The Facilities Administrator is responsible for facilities repair and maintenance projects, participates in the planning and management of building and ground maintenance operation, and fire and weather safety programs. The role also oversees and manages the furniture acquisition and installation within the offices. The position is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and management of the CLAAS Omaha site facility and grounds. They ensure that the facilities are clean, safe, and functional for employees and visitors. The Facilities Administrator, in conjunction with the VP Business Administration/President & Speaker COL, manages the daily operations of the facility and coordinates with vendors and contractors for repairs and maintenance.

• Responsible for regularly assessing and monitoring the manufacturing plant’s condition of electrical, air conditioning/heat, plumbing and other essential facilities and equipment on the grounds to maintain the efficiency and good working conditions.
• Ensures that the facility complies with government regulations and safety standards, and with Company guidelines. 
• Schedules regular evaluation of the facilities.
• Initiates interventions to solve any facility problems quickly and efficiently.
• Together with Purchasing, searches for suitable suppliers and maintain a list of all suppliers.
• Prepares annual improvement plan and searches for cost reducing options.
• Oversees responsible cost centers.
• Maintains list of qualified contractors to perform needed work.
• Ensures that all the equipment is in good working order.
• Develops system for repair and maintenance of the facilities and grounds and back-up or alternative systems for common problems such as power shortages.
• Ensures safety of the building from fire, flood and other weather-related hazards.
• Holds regular meetings with supervisor to discuss projects and costs.
• Promotes and executes ESG (Environmental Safety Guidelines) related topics.
• Coordinates with upper management on facility and ground related issues, as needed.
   

Your profile:

• Associate degree in Facilities Management, related field, or equivalent is required.
• Licensed electrician, preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years related work experience.
• Knowledge of safety practices and processes for handling equipment.
• Knowledge of project management tools including cost projection.
• Plumbing knowledge to address leaks, clogs, or other drainage problems.
• Basic carpentry ability to handle basic repairs around the building.
• Good written and oral communication skills to interact with employees, vendors, and supervisors.
• Ability to inspect and/or preform quality control for projects.
• Ability to manage external contractors doing work on grounds or buildings.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with customers and department personnel.
• Ability to plan projects including sketches, schedules and technical specifications.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and handle a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.

Full-time Benefits Package Include:

• Premium free health, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability;
• Competitive rate dental plans;
• Competitive paid time off;
• 401(k) with a generous company match;
• Retirement Readiness Program;
• Company-Paid Life Insurance;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Dependent Care Resources Program;
• Tuition Reimbursement;
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health;
• Wellness Programs including weight loss, diabetes management, and high blood pressure management;
• Legal & Financial Services;
• Fun & Safe Environment