Assistant Facilities Manager

JLL • Merritt Island, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Facilities Manager partners with the Facilities Manager to support daily operations across commercial properties and drive operational excellence. The role connects technical operations with strategic facility improvements, leading projects and maintaining reliable building performance while contributing to client satisfaction, operational efficiency, and facility innovation.

Responsibilities include overseeing building systems, managing improvement projects and vendors, inspecting properties, responding to tenant requests and emergencies, using facility management systems to monitor work and assets, and communicating with clients and tenants. The position is on-site in Merritt Island, Florida, and includes occasional evenings and weekends as well as an after-hours on-call rotation. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in facility management, building operations, or property management, preferably in commercial real estate, corporate facilities, or third-party service environments.
• Working knowledge of building mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, with familiarity with building automation systems and energy management platforms.
• Project management experience, including managing multiple priorities, developing project plans, managing budgets, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, equipment specifications, maintenance documentation, and building codes.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, customer service orientation, and an analytical mindset for data-driven decision-making.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for site visits.
• Physical ability to conduct facility inspections, including climbing ladders and accessing mechanical spaces.
• Professional demeanor suitable for a corporate environment, flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, and willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Facility Management Professional (FMP), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Project Management Professional (PMP), or CAPM certification.
• OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour safety certification and building system certifications or technical licenses.
• Experience with CMMS, work order systems, or facility management software platforms.
• Understanding of OSHA safety requirements, life safety systems testing protocols, and environmental compliance standards.
• Experience supporting budget development and forecasting, and identifying cost-saving opportunities through preventive maintenance and strategic vendor partnerships.
• Familiarity with workplace safety programs, incident response procedures, and coordinating life safety system inspections and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Facilities Manager to oversee daily property operations and ensure HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and automation control systems function efficiently.
• Lead facility improvement projects from conception through completion, including scope development, budget management, stakeholder coordination, and milestone tracking.
• Conduct regular property inspections, identify maintenance needs, and implement initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage vendor relationships and contractor performance by developing technical specifications, conducting performance reviews, and enforcing Service Level Agreements.
• Respond to tenant service requests and participate in an after-hours on-call rotation to provide emergency response for critical facility issues.
• Use building management systems, CMMS platforms, and facility management software to track work orders, monitor asset performance, and generate KPI reports.
• Build client and tenant relationships through proactive communication about facility activities, projects, and service delivery.
• Participate in Property Management meetings and present operational updates.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed