Facilities & Safety Coordinator WSLP na Food Bank of the Rockies

Position Title:              Facilities & Safety Coordinator

Classification:             Non-Exempt

Reports To:                 Operations Supervisor – Facilities & Volunteer Ops

Location:                      Grand Junction

Compensation:            $22.75/Hourly

Benefits:                      Medical, dental, and vision, a 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% company match plus potential additional matching based on tenure, PTO, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid utility days

As the food bank with the largest service area in the contiguous United States, Food Bank of the Rockies is passionate about ensuring every community member has the resources they need to thrive. Supporting our Colorado communities begins with passionate, mission-driven individuals. 

The Facilities & Safety Coordinator is responsible for managing the maintenance of Food Bank of the Rockies’ Western Slope facility, which also houses Meals on Wheels Mesa County, while providing direction, coordination, and consultation for all repair and construction activities. This role is responsible for various hands-on duties such as maintenance, repairs, building improvements, and minor cleaning. Further, this position will support the Operations Manager – Safety & Facilities  located in Denver with improvement initiatives to reduce work-related risks, raise safety/food safety awareness, and improve safe work practices, as well as assist with incident investigations, and is responsible for maintaining operational standards, safety, and appearance in the organization. 

The Food Bank’s team is dedicated to creating an efficient food distribution network to reduce and help end hunger across the state. Staff are committed to embodying the Food Bank’s organizational values and mission in all activities. 

If you are looking for a mission-focused organization where innovation and teamwork are encouraged and new ideas are valued, then this is an ideal position for you.

The mission of Food Bank of the Rockies is to ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger. We provide food and necessities to people in need through signature programs and by teaming up with hundreds of Hunger Relief Partners to serve communities across Colorado and Wyoming. We believe that for a community to thrive, every person must have the resources they need to flourish, and we strive to provide proper nourishment for every neighbor.

Primary Responsibilities:

Facilities – 30%

• Maintain day-to-day operations of the facility, prioritizing maintenance needs, and delegating or completing maintenance orders submitted in our internal ticketing system
• Work closely with the Facilities & Volunteer Ops Supervisor to lead facility and safety projects, and provide input in preparing and regulating facilities’ annual budget
• Maintain interior and exterior to present an attractive appearance
• Ensure maintenance products are on hand for consistent day-to-day operations
• Schedule and manages third-party contractors for routine inspections, maintenance, and preventative repairs
• Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate cleaning services and groundskeeping from third-party contracted companies
• Manage facilities hard keys and serves as the primary contact for building electronic access,
• Evaluate equipment utilization and maintenance records
• Develop, maintain, and implement routine preventative maintenance plans for facilities and equipment not covered under contract maintenance
• Assist in interviewing and verifying potential sub-contractors to become vendors with Food Bank of the Rockies
• Schedule routine inspections, maintenance, and preventative repairs with outside vendors. 
• Develop and maintains standard operating procedures related to Facilities and equipment
• Serve as the primary trainer for warehouse equipment forklifts, pallet jacks and floor scrubber  

Safety – 70%

• Assist with implementing safety manuals, policies, and training programs, and support the Operations department with forklift training
• Maintain records for mandatory training purposes
• Support the safety culture in coordination with leadership at our Western Slope Distribution Center
• Lead safety committee meetings to initiate and report on key safety protocols
• Contribute to the oversight of accident prevention programs, recognition, evaluation, and control of hazardous activities and conditions

• Conduct Safety Orientations in partnership with People & Culture
• Support Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and ensures new materials and products have SDS sheets and appropriate training is provided

• Support with managing the AIB programs and policies at our Western Slope Distribution Center
• Perform safety and food safety audits and inspections.
• Create reports on maintenance, repairs, safety, and other occurrences for supervisory staff
• Support facility security by supporting building opening and closing procedures

• Handle confidential information with discretion and care, ensuring the privacy and respect of employees, volunteers, partners, donors, or others

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to present information clearly, respond to questions, and build relationships with staff, partners, clients, donors, and community organizations. Strong writing skills for reports, correspondence, and manuals
• Proficiency with basic addition, subtraction, and multiplication
• Skill in solving practical problems, interpreting multiple forms of instructions, and adapting to situations with limited standardization
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and database software, along with the ability to research and apply technical solutions for facility operations 
• Working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, and industrial housekeeping
• Competence in OSHA industrial and construction safety and ergonomics
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical diagrams, perform basic machining, troubleshoot complex equipment, and operate equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, pallet jacks, and contracted machinery
• Demonstrated personal responsibility, integrity, transparency, and follow-through. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to fostering belonging, supporting equitable access to opportunities, and building positive relationships across teams
• Willingness to pursue and implement creative, forward-thinking solutions
• Responsiveness to others through attentive support, clear communication, active listening, and effective problem-solving
• Ability to synthesize information and data to analyze issues, identify solutions, and make informed decisions

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing and walking throughout the day; sitting intermittently
• Uses heavy equipment daily, including forklift, stand-up/sit-down lift truck, step-up pallet jack, and automatic pallet jack
• Using office equipment such as a computer, mouse, keyboard, printer
• Indoor office and warehouse environment, including refrigerated, frequently; outdoor work environment occasionally
• Ability to push and pull up to 2,000 lb. pallets with a manual pallet jack
• Frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Frequent use of power tools and hand tools

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, additional education is preferred, or ability to attain safety certification from an approved organization (within 1 years)
• Prior experience with safety program compliance preferred 
• 1 year of specialized maintenance experience such as carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, and industrial housekeeping are highly preferred
• Experience reading structural blueprints, electrical diagrams, and basic machine troubleshooting is preferred 
• Must become certified in First Aid and CPR, safe food handling within 6-months
• Become certified trainer for forklift and pallet jack within 90 days
• Obtain Serv Safe manger certificate within 1 year of start date
• Obtain OSHA 30 within 1 year of start date
• Experience with financial management systems a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience using collaborative tools for file storage and sharing, meeting scheduling, and virtual collaboration preferred

Expected Hours of Work:

This non-exempt, full-time position works approximately 40 hours per week in person. Work schedule is a typically Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30/4:00 pm and may consist of Saturdays as needed.

Compensation:

$22.75/Hourly

Benefits:

At Food Bank of the Rockies, we provide a fulfilling workplace along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off, including 10 paid holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
• Robust Retirement Plan: A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match, plus additional matching based on tenure for a total potential match of up to 8.5%, to support your long-term financial security.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans to support your meet your and your family’s needs.
• Bilingual Incentive: A monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff, recognizing and rewarding your valuable language skills. 

To Apply:

Apply online through www.foodbankrockies.org/careers. Applications will be accepted until September 25, 2025. 

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Food Bank of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), M/F/D/V/SO. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities in order to participate in the application or interview process. If you require any accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] or 303-371-9250.