Maintenance Manager

RITALKA•Granite Falls, MN

17d

About The Position

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for the repair and upkeep of RITALKA’s properties, including machines, mechanical systems, buildings, and other structures. The role supports seven company facilities located in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, and covers building maintenance, construction and upgrade projects, janitorial standards, grounds care, snow removal, and fleet maintenance. The manager also plans for future development in line with strategic business objectives, evaluates costs for required goods and services, and leads change while minimizing disruption to core activities. Key focus areas include safety repairs and general maintenance, clean and well-functioning facilities, client touchpoint upgrades, and expansion planning.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or a combination of education and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge.
At least five years of experience.
Ability to travel frequently, occasionally overnight.
Active driver's license with a good driving record.
Above-average knowledge of building maintenance and light to heavy construction.
Ability to multitask and respond appropriately to emergencies or urgent issues as they arise, and deal with the consequences.
Ability to prioritize projects for the best results and meet deadlines successfully.
Strong communication skills with all levels of management.
Ability to periodically lift and/or move items weighing 50 pounds or more.
Ability to periodically climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop.

Responsibilities

Continuously maintain all seven company facilities, including plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Manage building and grounds upgrade projects, including performing construction work or managing projects and coordinating contractors.
Manage company standards for keeping multiple facility locations clean, safe, and well maintained.
Maintain grounds at all facilities.
Manage a snow-removal plan for all facilities.
Oversee and evaluate repairs and maintenance completed on company-owned vehicles.
Plan future development in line with strategic business objectives.
Calculate and compare costs for required goods and services to achieve maximum value for money.
Manage and lead change while ensuring minimum disruption to core activities.
Prioritize safety repairs and general maintenance, facility cleanliness and functionality, client touchpoint upgrades, and expansion planning.