Job Summary:
The Housing & Transportation Manager oversees all aspects of employee housing, shuttles, vehicle operations, and transportation logistics within our Denali operations. This role is responsible for ensuring that housing facilities are safe, clean, and well-maintained, and that transportation services run smoothly, efficiently, and in compliance with all company and regulatory standards.
The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and an excellent communicator—capable of handling complex logistics, coordinating multiple teams, and providing a positive living and commuting experience for our seasonal and year-round employees.
Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
Operational Management
- Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures related to housing and transportation.
- Oversee daily housing and transportation operations to maintain a safe, smooth, and efficient workflow.
- Maintain accurate schedules for housing assignments, vehicle use, and transportation routes.
- Ensure all employee rooms are inspected, cleaned, maintained, and ready for occupancy.
- Coordinate Fairbanks shuttle trips weekly and employee outings monthly (food nights, northern lights viewing, BBQs, movie nights, etc.).
Housing Oversight
- Coordinate employee housing requests, assignments, check-ins, and check-outs.
- Ensure housing cleanliness, maintenance, and readiness upon arrival and departure.
- Oversee collection and reimbursement of housing deposits upon manager approval.
- Ensure employees care for company property and adhere to housing rules.
- Liaise with maintenance teams to address building repairs, cleaning needs, and facility support.
Transportation Oversight
- Ensure vehicles are properly maintained, inspected, safe, and compliant with regulations.
- Arrange repairs and schedule routine maintenance for all transportation assets.
- Verify that all drivers and equipment operators hold current, valid qualifications.
- Reduce risk of vehicle overloading and enforce transportation safety protocols.
- Ensure employees are transported to their work locations on time.
People & Administrative Management
- Coordinate with HR regarding employee relations concerns within housing or transportation.
- Maintain accurate records, logs, schedules, reports, and documentation.
- Keep organized communication channels and ensure timely updates to team members.
- Support seasonal workforce needs with clear, consistent communication and problem-solving.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong organizational and analytical thinking skills.
- Ability to oversee building maintenance, cleaning, hospitality, and security services.
- Knowledge of transportation methods, safety protocols, costs, and operational efficiencies.
- Ability to work well with others and coordinate across multiple teams.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Complex problem-solving skills and ability to handle challenges calmly and professionally.
Physical Demands:
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
- Role includes both office-based work and physically active duties throughout housing areas.
- Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and use of hands for handling objects or equipment.
- Extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, phone system, and digital communication tools.
- Regular communication and coordination with staff, drivers, and housing residents.