Job Description

Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, we pride ourselves on building best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services.

With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, our leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give your facilities our full attention.

Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

 

Want to become part of a winning team with opportunities for growth, career advancement and development? HES Facilities is proud to provide an environment where we support you and your drive for success. We have a passionate commitment to learning and investing in our associates looking to accelerate their careers. We offer a wide range of employment opportunities for professionals and entry level candidates who share our core values.

HES Facilities Management is an equal opportunity employer. HES Facilities Management does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Under general direction and within Corporate or regional policy and procedure, administers the personnel activities of the designated region to achieve company objectives through effective and efficient human resources management.  Plans and develops necessary procedures and directs the personnel activities of the region.  Directs, evaluates and approves the actions of subordinates.  Provides counsel, advice and recommendations where appropriate to assist superior in carrying out assigned duties. In addition, provides counsel, advice and recommendations where appropriate to assist group management achieve goals and plans.

 

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

 

·        Assures company compliance with state and federal labor legislation on such subjects as equal opportunity, wage and hour, workers’ and unemployment compensation, occupational health and safety, etc.

·        Responsible for interpretation and training of Collective Bargaining agreements.

·        Oversees and/or engages with employee concerns and union grievance procedures.  Makes final decision in consultation with operations, VPHR and/or General Counsel if appropriate. 

·        Initiates appropriate leadership training for leaders within assigned region.

·        Counsels’ operations management employees on work force utilization, turnover control, compensation, performance management and other personnel matters.

·        Assist Safety and Risk Department with safety program and recommends corrective action

·        Assists operations and Safety & Risk with workers compensation claims management and return to work programs.

·        Proactively supports the Recruitment Department by having a solid understanding of regional needs, posting job openings, brokering support or participating in job fairs.

·        Maintains and oversight of Human Resources records by recording new hires, transfers, terminations, addressing any changes and updates, and tracking specific required information. 

·        Orients new leaders; reviewing company policies; gathering withholding and other payroll information.

·        Documents Human Resources actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.

·        Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications.

·        Accomplishes Human Resources Department and Organization Mission by completing additional duties as needed 

 

Bachelor's Degree preferred

5+ years of HR-experience, including at least 2 years in labor management

Demonstrated knowledge of general HR policies, procedures, and practices

Ability to build relationships and influence others across multiple locations

Ability to occasionally travel, including overnight trips

Have experience with investigations including, but not limited to, accidents and harassment allegations

Ability to lead through change management

Bilingual in Spanish a plus

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.   

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this job.  Usual office working conditions: noise level in the work area is typical of most office environments with telephones, personal interruptions, and background noises. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects.  The position requires mobility.  Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 10 pounds on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc., and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 40 pounds.  Manual dexterity and coordination are required while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

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Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays