CROTHALL - ASSISTANT DIRICTOR OF FACILITIES (POM) CHICAGO, IL

Description: A Fresh Approach To Great Results.Compass Group, The Americas Division is the nation’s largest contract foodservice and hospitality provider, with over 160,000 associates throughout the United States, Latin America, and Canada and revenues of $7.7 billion. Our vision for success is a powerful one - to continue to rise above the competition in every aspect of our business - from leading-edge technology, to purchasing, to foodservice, to catering and vending. That kind of commitment commands only the best, and it’s our great people providing great service that generates our great results. In turn, it’s important to us that our talented employees be given the proper resources to achieve their fullest potential. Play a key role in our future success. Crothall Services Group provides facilities management services to over 500 hospitals, colleges, schools, and businesses throughout the US and Canada. Formed in 1991, annual sales exceed $600 million. Clients turn to Crothall's Plant Operations and MaintenanceDivision to manage and maintain their physical plants at peak efficiency and minimum cost by performing such duties as preventive and corrective maintenance, construction and project management, energy management, and regulatory compliance. Our people are our most important asset. Building their skills and careers means that we can betters support our customers and meet the challenge of future growth. Come with energy and passion, and we'll teach you the business. Grow with us. Job DescriptionAssists in the administration and maintenance of buildings, grounds and equipment and the procurement of generate utilities and their distribution systems. Job Responsibilities: Plans, organizes and controls activities of maintenance department under the guidelines of the Unit Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance to keep staff engaged in maintaining, repairing and renovating facility's plant and facilities Maintains flow and quality of work to assure timely completion of assigned workload and adherence to standards of quality control Reviews and evaluates existing methods, systems, programs, practices and procedures; develops and recommends change to Unit Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance. Implements or guides implementation of new and/or modified methods, systems, programs, practices and/or procedures Assists with preparation and maintains a variety of department records in compliance of JCAHO, Department of Health Standards, local authorities, and other regulatory agencies Maintains adequate inventory of materials, equipment and supplies and initiates requisitions as needed Works with the Unit Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance in the coordination of construction and renovation programs for the facility Assists with responsibilities of the department and shares weekend duties with other managers when required Operates plant equipment efficiently and safely Maintains working knowledge of all mechanical, electrical and auxiliary functions Performs a variety of supervisory and managerial functions Assigns and distributes work to staff Monitors and inspects employee work performance to assure performance standards are maintained through use of the computers maintenance management system Establishes and coordinates employee work schedules to assure necessary staff coverage Schedules vacation and holidays Resolves complaints as required, reports and seeks guidance from Unit Director of Plant Operations and Maintenance Orients and trains new employees and provides continuing guidance and on-the-job training to all assigned personnel Interviews applicants and recommends qualified individuals for hire Prepares performance evaluations for assigned personnel, as well as disciplining reports when necessary Responsible for Quality Control Program of the department Reviews and writes specifications for corrective maintenance and minor construction and renovation projects Monitors and coordinates a variety of preventative maintenance, building and property repair and improvement projects performed by vendors and contractors, inspects completed work and approves requests for payment regarding same Assists in coordination of the facility's fire response team Assists in coordination of snow removal for facility's grounds Performs departmental and other related duties as requiredJob Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience, or other completion of advanced courses related to management skills and to engineering and the functions of the department. Thorough knowledge of engineering, plant operations methods, techniques, maintenance, applicable codes and regulations and use of departmental equipment and supplies, principles of management and supervision and procedures and polices of departments and facility Ability to read, comprehend and transmit complicated detailed instructions in writing and verbally Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Ability to multi-tasks and establish priorities Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures Ability to use working knowledge of working environment to meet established goals and objectivesGreat People. Great Service. Great Results. At Compass Group, The Americas Division, our superior balance of efficiency and quality attract the highest caliber level of service our clients deserve. We retain the finest workers with a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits plan. If you’re looking for a career where you set the standard for personal advancement, then Compass Group, The Americas Division is for you! Working together, we will continue to experience success as the industry’s best. Achieving leadership in the foodservice industryCompass Group, The Americas Division is a diversity growth-oriented organization. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for ALL associates. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V**^^ Apply Online We provide catering for special events such as the US Open, Ryder Cup and the Academy Awards.