Job Description

Job Summary: 

Co-op will work directly with Transition Managers and assist with Transition Group operations and projects. Forming a bridge between sales and operations, the Transition Group assesses clients' facility related needs by examining clients’ current equipment, processes, and service providers. The Transition Group then builds, staffs, and sources all necessary components of the maintenance program to reduce our client's operating costs while improving the management and value of their facility spend. Co-op will perform duties as described in support of facilities management and continuous improvement projects while working with client, sales, procurement, and operations team members. Co-op should expect and be able to work in settings ranging from offices to industrial plants. Co-op should be prepared to travel in support of projects for clients throughout the US.

Expected Learning Areas:

Facility Management
Budget Control
Experience in a CMMS System
Play an active role in a fast paced PMO
Better knowledge base in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and HVACR
Time management
Computer based data analysis
Exposure to all principles of Project Management within the facilities services environment

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Co-op will assist the Transition Director with the following:

Completing Work-in-Progress Reports on Current Projects
Cost and Labor Data Analysis
Preventative Maintenance Specification Research and Writing
Specialized Work Order Coding
Creation of Facility Maintenance Work Orders
Labor and Material Cost Projections/Budgeting
Identifying and Documenting Clients’ Facility Equipment and Services
Creation of written or electronic Purchase Orders
Electronic Document/Record Management
Preparation of Presentation to Functional and Cross-Functional Teams

Co-op will participate in and receive experience and training in the following:

Project Management and PMOs
Business Unit Structures
Facility Equipment Operation and Maintenance
Identification of Facility Equipment
Preventative Maintenance Specification Research and Writing
Maintenance Work Order Management Systems
Project Budgeting
Developing and Training Work Flow Processes
Customer Service and Client Communication Skills
Change Order Processes
Invoicing and Financial Reporting
Data Analysis of Labor, Cost, and Progress Reports
Use of Project software
Understanding of Key Performance Indicators and other Business Metrics
Use of Visio Software for Mapping Sites and Creating Charts & Graphics
Safety & OSHA Regulations
Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Take part in weekly feedback sessions, monthly formal assessment sessions, and a final performance review
Compile and present a 30 min. recap slide set at the end of the term to the Senior Transition Team detailing all areas of learning and experiences

Qualifications:   

Degree Student from an accredited college or technical trade school or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
Must possess a valid driver's license
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write specifications, tasking and project schedules and compile fixed and variable budgets.  Communication and people skills are required, including the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Skills of proofreading, review and checking documents and drawings for accuracy are required