Facilities Manager Interview Questions
"Employers are looking for facilities managers with managerial experience and general knowledge of groundskeeping, equipment repair, and procurement. During the interview, expect questions about your leadership experience, communication skills, and attention to detail."
Given the fact that we have labor union employees here and the labor protects these employees by collective bargaining agreements... how would you deal with a poor perfuming employee whom you have limited influence on?
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I would be direct in describing the issue. I acknowledge feeling awkward about the situation and understand that my co-worker may feel embarrassed and defensive. I would think about exactly what I am requesting (e.g., do I want co-workers to stop wearing all scented products or just a certain one?) I would ask for their help, rather than making a demand. I avoid making judgments. I describe behaviors rather than attitudes and motivations. It's entirely possible my co-worker is unaware. It is inappropriate to suggest that a medical condition may be influencing their scent choices. I would treat my fragrant co-worker with the same respect and courtesy I want from him or her. Then thank him or her for understanding. Less
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I would conduct myself as I would with any problematic employee and managed the process though common performance counseling practices. I would start with informal verbal discussions, documenting these conversations afterwards to myself and HR only. I would do my best to establish a professional relationship with the employee and see if motivational discussions would yield any improvement. Second level of engagement would be a more formal and advertised documented conversations with the employee, stressing the importance that we are a team and we all must contribute our best efforts towards the best interest of the department and company. It would be communicated that further escalating performance discussions would require a higher level of involvement and, should the actions of the employee not be corrected, that further disciplinary actions up to and including termination could result. From this point, it's really in the employees hands to address the issues and resolve them. Less
Was asked about my past experiences in the property management arena with an irate client and how I handled their issue.
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Replied I had a CEO yelling at me about work being done in the parking lot and his employees having to walk into the building through dirt and debris. I explained there was never a good time to do this task but I would keep him in the loop as to what we were doing on a daily basis. (Was already informing his employees (and him) on a weekly basis) Less
Why do you want to work at R&R
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Professional development is promoted and encouraged through paid training and paid membership subscriptions. Less
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Looking for new challenge
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Looking for new challenge
How would you fix a hole in the ceiling if there was a leak?
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Measure the depth and diameter of the existing hole to determine size of filler piece. Cut and Attach the Scrap Wood. Cut a piece of scrap wood that is 1/2" thinner than the opening to allow for the thickness of drywall. cut and attach drywall. Cut and Attach the Drywall. fill gaps with coat of drywall compound. Less
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Measure the depth and diameter of the existing hole to determine size of filler piece. Cut and Attach the Scrap Wood. Cut a piece of scrap wood that is 1/2" thinner than the opening to allow for the thickness of drywall. cut and attach drywall. Cut and Attach the Drywall. fill gaps with coat of drywall compound. Less
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Measure the depth and diameter of the existing hole to determine size of filler piece. Cut and Attach the Scrap Wood. Cut a piece of scrap wood that is 1/2" thinner than the opening to allow for the thickness of drywall. cut and attach drywall. Cut and Attach the Drywall. fill gaps with coat of drywall compound. Less
How would you settle with the fact that your office is away from home at about 50 miles.
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I like to drive long distance.
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Name a time when you had to make a difficult decision.
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Daily weekly business is ever changing
Have you work multiple facilities
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Yes with description
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I have multiple skills, including working as the Night Manager for 4 years. I also have manager multiple buildings with cafes/restaurants/ and movies. An FM must have several skill sets, always have a positive and friendly demeanor, a great attitude and and must love their job and customers. Less
"Why do you like facilities?"
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"I enjoy the work...... And I'm really, really. good at it."
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What was your prior experience when applying to this position? Thanks
