Assistant Manager Fleet and Facilities

Position : Fleet & Facilities Assistant Manager Position Overview: Kanbe’s Markets is seeking a reliable and skilled Fleet & Facilities Assistant Manager to join our team. The manager is responsible for assisting in the oversight of the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and safety compliance of Kanbe’s warehouse, fleet, and deployed equipment. This is an active, hands-on role with tasks and projects that may include the use of tools, equipment, heavy machinery and/or driving vehicles. Reporting directly to the Fleet & Facilities Manager, the ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and committed to furthering Kanbe’s Markets mission and goals. Core Duties & Responsibilities Warehouse Support Maintain organization, cleanliness, and work flow of designated warehouse spaces and property Respond to maintenance requests and projects as needed by Facilities & Fleet Manager Operation of equipment including: cardboard baler, forklift, electric pallet jack, power tools, etc. Project manage minor construction projects, in-house repairs, preventative maintenance, and organization of warehouse spaces Manage trash and recycling levels within the warehouse Fleet & Equipment management Coordinate vehicle maintenance Perform routine fleet inspections and recordkeeping Coordinate partner store refrigeration equipment inspections, logistics, and repairs Administrative Support Manage maintenance logs and filing systems, update asset management logs, co-manage facilities, fleet and equipment calendar Compliance & Safety Ensure adherence to DOT (Department of Transportation), OSHA, and local safety codes across vehicles and facilities Maintain warehouse safety standards Required Skills & Qualifications 1 to 3+ years of handyman work, facilities management, equipment maintenance, warehouse operations, janitorial work and/or vehicle maintenance experience Familiarity and aptitude with common hand tools, power tools, warehouse machinery (including but not limited to: pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, fork lift, balers, etc.) Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks for an 8-hour shift. Valid Class E Driver’s Permit (or equivalent) Basic digital literacy skills including office, communication, and file management programs. Strong organizational abilities, problem-solving, and clear communication Creative problem solving skills particularly in construction or repair Preferred Skills Aptitude for basic vehicle maintenance Proven experience driving vehicles up to 24’ in length. Electric Pallet Jack Certification Forklift Certification Pre-Employment Requirements: Complete a general background check. Negative drug test prior to employment. Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with a history of safe driving. Compensation & Benefits: Starting hourly rate: $22 - $25/hour (commensurate with experience). Full-time position with health insurance benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) available after 90 days of continuous employment Impact Description Within 1 month you will: Finish your orientation to the Kanbe’s mission, workflow, staff, current projects and get set up on all Kanbe’s systems Ride along with a delivery driver to see our community in person, see our coolers in operation and understand the daily lifecycle of the Kanbe’s operation Work a shift in the food sorting area learning about the Kanbe’s Redirection program Integrate into the warehouse daily operations, getting to know the facility and equipment Complete proficiency evaluation for driving Kanbe’s fleet vehicles Within 3 months you will: Begin routine inspections of partner store equipment Respond to maintenance requests Attain electric pallet jack and forklift certifications Regularly service deployed equipment Review Facilities, Fleet and Equipment files Regularly update Facilities, Fleet and Equipment calendar Kanbe’s Markets is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and a…

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