Richard Johnson
About Richard Johnson
Richard Johnson is a Manager of Facility Maintenance at US Foods, with over 20 years of experience in maintenance and engineering roles. He previously held various positions at Americold Logistics and ADM, where he specialized in facility maintenance, energy management, and equipment troubleshooting.
Current Role at US Foods
Richard Johnson serves as the Manager of Facility Maintenance at US Foods, a position he has held since 2022. He is based in Montgomery, Alabama, where he oversees facility maintenance operations. His responsibilities include scheduling maintenance activities to ensure maximum uptime and meet operational needs. Johnson's role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency in equipment troubleshooting and repair.
Previous Experience at Americold Logistics, LLC
Before joining US Foods, Richard Johnson worked at Americold Logistics, LLC in various capacities. He served as the Lead Facility Service Manager from 2021 to 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina, and as a Facility Service Manager from 2020 to 2021 in Montgomery, Alabama. His earlier role at Americold was as a Maintenance Supervisor from 2019 to 2020 in Carthage, Missouri. In these positions, he developed skills in facility management and maintenance operations.
Background in Maintenance Supervision
Richard Johnson has a solid background in maintenance supervision, having worked as a Maintenance Supervisor at ADM from 2014 to 2017 in Carthage, Missouri. His experience in this role contributed to his expertise in managing maintenance teams and ensuring operational efficiency. He also held a Maintenance Supervisor position at Americold Logistics, further enhancing his leadership skills in facility maintenance.
Expertise in Facility Maintenance and Management
Johnson possesses extensive expertise in facility maintenance and management. He specializes in capital planning and executing energy management strategies. His technical skills include proficiency in SAP, CMMS, APSM, PSM, and refrigeration systems such as Ammonia and Freon. With over 20 years of experience in leadership, team building, and mentoring, he has established a strong foundation in maintenance and engineering roles.
Long-Term Career in Electrical and Facility Management
Richard Johnson began his career in electrical and facility management at B & R ELECTRIC, LLC, where he worked as a Project Manager/Electrician from 1998 to 2014 in the Joplin, Missouri area. This 16-year tenure provided him with a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems and project management, laying the groundwork for his subsequent roles in facility maintenance and management.