Facilities / Engineering Manager 2
Job Description
Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking an experienced Facilities Engineering Manager 2 to join our team at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, GA. This role is critical to delivering exceptional service standards, timely resolution of work orders, and professional communication to enhance the student experience. If you have strong leadership skills, hands-on mechanical expertise, and a passion for operational excellence, we want to hear from you. Offers will be contingent upon contract award. Valid Driver's License and clear driving background required.
What You'll Do
- Sign off on IFM readiness for rooms prior to student move-in.
- Lead and manage a team of 5 frontline maintenance employees (all skilled trades).
- Ensure timely completion of work orders and professional communication with clients and residents.
- Motivate and coach employees to meet Sodexo standards and deliver a strong first impression for students.
- Oversee residential HVAC systems (175–200 AC units) and support preventive maintenance programs.
- Collaborate with client leadership to upgrade customer service and operational standards.
- Utilize CMMS systems to manage work orders and track performance metrics.
- Support compliance with state initiatives and Sodexo quality standards.
- Valid Driver's License and clear driving background required.
What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
- Valid Driver's License and clear driving background required.
- Expertise in CMMS systems and work order management.
- Ability to motivate and lead teams to achieve operational excellence.
- Proven experience managing apartment or campus housing maintenance teams.
- Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and renovation.
- Preferred: Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor License or willingness to obtain certification.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 2 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years work experience in facilities maintenance, plant operations or engineering services