Facilities Specialist

Facilities Specialist

Birmingham , AL

Responsibilities -

• The Facilities Specialist is a pivotal role responsible for assisting with managing and optimizing the physical environment of an organization.
• This position involves coordinating a range of tasks related to facilities, maintenance, safety, and vendor relationships to ensure a safe, efficient, and well-maintained site.
• Under the guidance of the Shoreline Recreation Team Leader, the Recreation Development Assistant is responsible for strategically and efficiently developing and maintaining public recreation program, which includes 74 sites.
• The incumbent will be responsible for providing support to the Shoreline Recreation Team Leader responsible for the oversight and provision of cost-effective operation and regular maintenance of Public Recreation Facilities.
• This position helps ensure that the Public Recreation Facilities are maintained in a manner that is compliant with company hydro licenses, policies, and guidelines.
• The Recreation Development Assistant is responsible for providing support in the management and general maintenance and upkeep of shoreline property, shoreline structures, boat ramps, roads, and buildings.

Qualifications -

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Required Skills -

• Experience and working knowledge of land and building management and maintenance
• Experience with hand and power tools, general maintenance/repairs and construction, oversight of construction projects, and landscape maintenance
• Experience with site development projects that include earthwork, carpentry, and masonry.
• Experience of safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment
• Experience with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance projects

Preferred Skills -

• Good time management skills
• Possess a Class A Commercial Driver’s license or acquire a Class A Commercial Driver’s license within 1 year of accepting a position.
• Self-starter - Extensive travel throughout the reservoir system throughout the state is required, and this position often will be required to work alone and with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working in public settings, including interacting with the public at recreation sites
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
• Become familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out detailed oral or written instructions
• Ability to complete scheduled checklist on maintenance procedures and inspections
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Carpentry and concrete experience are preferable
• Ability to quickly respond to emergency maintenance requests, including on weekends as required

The Salem Group provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by law.