Regional Operations Manager of Custodial Services (Operations)

Overview

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily.

Job Skills / Requirements

HES Facilities Management is seeking a highly-qualified individual to serve as Regional Operations Manager to support our regional account base that specializes in custodial and/or maintenance services for educational institutions. The position will be responsible for providing operational support through disciplines that may include custodial services, grounds-keeping and event management. The position will include close contact with the customer, on-site Directors, and the employees. The overall goal will be the ability to achieve long-term successful relationship with the customers that that will translate into solid financial results for HES. This position will require extensive travel throughout your assigned territory. This position will be overseeing contracts in and around Atlanta, Gainesville, Paulding and Chatsworth areas. Regional manager must reside within the areas assigned to. Territory subject to change as the company aquires new business.

JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Act as an ambassador for HES's company values and philosophy, and implement and maintain all necessary programs to achieve Corporate Mission and Goals. Facilitate and coordinate key personnel and technical / operational processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction. Demonstrate high energy, mobility, initiative, and drive to enhance operations and achieve financial success. Have passion for training, developing, motivating and investing in team members. Possess a positive and optimistic attitude. Must enjoy responsibility, accountability and opportunity to direct your own efforts. Ability to communicate effectively with wide range of internal and external customers. Desire to achieve excellence and an aversion to mediocrity. Ability to delegate, direct and follow up to ensure success in extensive and complex situations. Pro-active and resourceful in nature. Committed to self-development and professional growth

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Progressive operations management experience in the custodial contracting industry. Multi-sites and multi-states facilities and custodial management experience required Previous experience in education setting preferred. Strong organizational skills. Good computer literacy. Basic mechanical knowledge, Excellent oral and written communication skills. Working knowledge of P & L’s and budgets. Willing to travel up to 75% withim assigned territory.

SALARY and BENEFITS: Salary range commensurate with experience. Base salary bonus structure. Medical/Dental/Life Insurance Vacation Plan 401(k) Plan. Company vehicle with gas card provided.

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Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Associate's Degree Preferred

Additional Information / Benefits

Optional daily pay 

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan