Manager - Facilities

Job Summary The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operational efficiency of all company properties, facilities, and equipment. This role ensures a safe, functional, and comfortable working environment for all employees and visitors while optimizing space utilization and minimizing operating costs. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate all building maintenance activities, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems. Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs and equipment. Oversee regular inspections of the facility to identify and resolve maintenance issues promptly. Manage the execution of repairs, renovations, and new projects, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and safety standards. Ensure facilities operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA standards and building codes. Develop and manage emergency preparedness plans, including fire safety, disaster recovery, and business continuity. Oversee facility security systems and protocols, including access control, surveillance, and alarm systems. Manage office layouts, seating arrangements, and departmental moves to optimize space utilization and efficiency. Coordinate with department heads on facility needs related to growth or changes in operations. Manage contracts with external vendors, contractors, and service providers (e.g., cleaning, security, landscaping, waste management). Work through the purchase order (PO) system for facility-related expenses, ensuring proper authorization and coding. Assist with ordering consumables (e.g., janitorial supplies, office supplies) and equipment necessary for various company programs and general facility operations. Experience and Education Required Minimum of 3 years of experience in facilities maintenance, property management, or a relevant supervisory/lead role High school diploma or GED Experience and Education Preferred Vocational/technical certification or Associate's degree preferred Professional certification such as Facilities Management Professional (FMP) or relevant trade certifications. OSHA Certification Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Work Environment Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Note This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or requirements associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change. I have read and understand the above job description. I further understand that this is not an all-inclusive list and does not constitute a contract. My employment remains at will as with all employees of Ancora Education.