Who We Are

Vigor, a Titan Company, is a values-driven, diversified industrial business operating in six locations with approximately 1,800 people in Oregon, Washington and Alaska. Built around a collection of powerful, unique assets and differentiated capabilities, Vigor excels at specialized shipbuilding, ship repair and handling important, complex projects in support of energy generation, our nation’s infrastructure and national defense.

With deep respect for people and the planet, Vigor strives to be a positive, regenerative force for good – environmentally, in the lives of our employees and in the community. We have built a positive culture that honors the work we do, the workers who do it, and the world we live in.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The position provides a safe, comfortable, operating environment by directing installation, maintenance and repairs of machines, tools, equipment and utility systems. The individual will establish department goals, policies and departmental procedures. Ketchikan’s Facility Manager is a multifaceted role at Vigor Alaska. At all times it encompasses acting as the Facility Manager, Security Manager. 

Vigor Alaska Facility Manager:

Works with project managers with the availability and capabilities of work on docks and piers. The Facility Manager is in the first line of customer services for incoming vendors, government agencies, and facility visitors. Good customer service skills is required. Must have a solid understanding of marine operations and know CAD. The Dockmaster is responsible for the daily operations of the facility along with other duties including working with all craft supervisors, project supervisors and Safety in order to successfully and safely maintain the entire shipyard. Operate all internal programs in order to track invoices and work hours spent on maintenance items. Must have knowledge of OSHA and other environmental regulations. Must have knowledge of general maintenance methods, operation requirements and be safety minded. Facilities Manager also closely reports specific needs and items to governmental agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not intended to detail all aspects of the assigned work but is representative of the job’s overall responsibilities.)

Responsible for care of Vigor assets with the goal of maximizing shareholder value. Determine facility repair priorities. Plan and direct repairs, preventive maintenance and equipment installation/relocations. Review high cost assets for replacement or sub-contracting.  Perform as Preventive Maintenance leader and oversee PM team by reviewing manning, schedules, tasks, spot checks and timely feedback. Adjust program for potential efficiency and improvements.Assign Preventive Maintenance leader and oversee PM team by reviewing manning, schedules, tasks, spot checks and timely feedback. Adjust program for potential efficiency and improvements.Support product and process improvement by reviewing new plans, discussing equipment needs and modifications with interested parties, management and coordinating activities of facilities and docking staff.Identify maintenance requirements for enhanced productivity to support production, project management, and procurement. Produce estimates and analysis as required.Responsible for protecting employees and visitors by maintaining a safe and clean working environment.Responsible for management of any and all on-site duty berthing readiness, sanitary facilities, janitorial subcontract management, solid waste management, and parking.Responsible for developing budgets for the annual Facilities Business Plan including Maintenance & Repair, Dry Docks and Yard Services. Achieve financial objectives through project management.Work with Manager of Environmental/Occupational Safety and Health to sustain compliance with regulatory agency requirements.Investigate new opportunities for energy/utility conservation and recycling.Train employees to improve knowledge of facility processes.Design and plan improvements in CAD.Administer all facilities paperwork, track, report, and execute tests and inspections in addition to annual compliance items such as crane certifications, backflow preventers, fire systems etc.Ensure facility is fully operational with all utilities functioning properly.Responsible for all rolling stock and machinery maintenance and repairs in the facility.Schedule and supervise maintenance repair work and assist with checking installation and servicing building equipment.Maintain ongoing communication with contractors, regulatory bodies, clients and team.Control budgets for security operations and monitor expenses.Recruit, train, and supervise security personnel.Maintain security checkpoints and perform security process evaluations and inspections.Must be able to monitor surveillance systems and respond to emergency situations at any time.

JOB SCOPE:

While this position operates within the limits of company policy, there is a high degree of independent decision making required in carrying out this position. Equipment breakdowns or accidents can result in unsafe conditions or interruptions to production that required rapid and creative responses. Troubleshooting problems and developing appropriate responses is a critical skill in this position. The Facilities Manager is responsible for the largest overhead budget in the company which can run up to $4 million per year. This position also provides significant input into the capital budget for the company which can be $4 million or more. Single large repair or capital improvement projects can exceed $1 million each. This position directly impacts the safety and welfare of all employees. Awareness of and attention to safety are critically important. Failure to control expenditures and/or failure to ensure a safe shipyard could both have long term impacts to the company’s success. This position reports to the General Manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 

The Facilities Manager directly supervises Facilities Supervisor and subsequent craft personnel. Through these direct reports this position manages 10 to 15 craft personnel supporting the efforts of this position. At times, the Facilities Manager may have to directly manage maintenance staff.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS: 

The Facilities Manager works with a wide variety of people throughout the company as well as with subcontractors, vendors and external regulatory agency staff. This position does not have much interface with customers, but may be required to meet with external regulatory agency staff. Within the company the Facilities Manager may work with anyone from junior staff and craft personnel up to the CEO. Such contact may be in the course of providing support to internal customers or in obtaining assistance from other areas of the company.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written for constant interaction with all departments and employee levels and outside customers.Knowledge of marine-related equipment, ship repair/construction techniques and sequencing of ship repair activities, and shipyard safety practices.Ability to lead, manage and motivate employees in a production environment.Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.Must have the analytical ability to research problem areas and special requests.Must be a well-organized, detail and customer (internal and external) oriented self-starter.Ability to read and comprehend work specifications, work orders, blueprints, contracts and technical publications.Ability to handle competing priorities and deadlines effectively and respond well to last minute, high priority, time sensitive projects.Must be able to handle the pressure of constant interruptions.Must be able to schedule, direct and organize work within a diverse department and coordinate work with other departments to maintain efficiency.Must possess the ability to facilitate group decision-making, team building and conflict resolution.Ability to react and perform in emergency situations.Knowledge of accounting and cost accounting systems, material and procurement systems and data processing systems.Ability to read and interpret repair specifications, blue prints, marine repair/shipyard professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.Ability to use PC and software applications such as Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word and database programs.  Knowledge of OSHA and other environmental regulations.Must have thorough knowledge of shipyard production procedures, government regulations, craft jurisdictions, ship repair methods and administrative procedures.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED Certificate is required. BA degree in business or engineering or equivalent experience is preferred.

Minimum ten (10) years increasingly responsible experience in a shipyard or plant engineering environment in a marine industry. Minimum five (5) years increasingly responsible managerial experience with three (3) years supervisory experience. Specific experience and knowledge of shipyard operations. Specific experience and knowledge of industrial equipment, cranes and plant utilities. Must maintain professional and technical knowledge. Experience working with ship superintendents, port engineers, craft supervisors, Department Managers.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Work is conducted in a dynamic, fast-paced office setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. 50% normal office environment; 50% of time spent in production areas in yard and aboard ships. The individual will be required to be in production areas in yard and onboard ships. He/she must be able to walk to and from job sites. The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders; to enter confined areas and tanks; to work at heights. The incumbent must be able to frequently bend, squat, crawl, twist and may be required to lift up to 50 pounds. May be required to work local waterfront jobs and on vessels underway. He/she may be required to work more than 8-hour shifts and weekend work. There may be local travel and out-of-town travel (including air travel) up to 5% of the time with notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

While in production areas, will be exposed to all weather conditions, noise, dusts and odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Vigor Values

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

At Vigor we offer a generous benefits package that includes: 

Medical

RX

Dental

Vision

Life

AD&D

LTD

STD

EAP

Discretionary bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

FSA (Medical, Childcare, Transportation)

10 paid holidays

PTO

401(k)

Vigor and its wholly owned subsidiaries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veterans, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vigor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.