Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Facilities Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and improvement of all physical infrastructure across our properties, including retail stores, warehouses, and office spaces. This is a hands-on leadership role that ensures all locations operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Preventative and Corrective Maintenance
- Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and other systems.
- Respond to urgent repair needs and ensure minimal downtime across facilities.
- Coordinate and perform routine inspections to identify maintenance needs.
2. Vendor and Contractor Oversight
- Source, negotiate, and manage relationships with contractors, service providers, and equipment suppliers.
- Supervise and inspect the work of third-party vendors to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
3. Team Management
- Hire, train, and supervise a team of maintenance technicians, custodians, and handymen.
- Assign daily tasks, monitor performance, and provide on-the-job guidance.
- Ensure safety procedures and OSHA standards are followed by all team members.
4. Budgeting and Reporting
- Develop and manage the maintenance budget, track expenditures, and forecast capital improvement needs.
- Maintain records of repairs, equipment, warranties, and vendor agreements.
5. Compliance and Safety
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes and safety regulations.
- Conduct regular safety audits and maintain documentation.
- Implement energy-saving and sustainability initiatives as applicable.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in facilities or maintenance management (5+ years preferred).
- Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and security.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage multi-site operations.
- Proficiency with maintenance software (e.g., CMMS) is a plus.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Availability for on-call emergencies and occasional travel between locations.
- High school diploma or GED required; technical certifications or associate degree preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and operate tools/equipment.
- Must be able to work in varying conditions (indoors/outdoors, temperature extremes).