Director of Facilities

RPM Living • Chicago, IL

8d • Remote

About The Position

The Director of Facilities leads the facilities and maintenance function, supporting teams in delivering high-quality service across communities. The role manages Regional Facility Managers; develops maintenance training and preventative maintenance programs; identifies cost savings; manages vendor relationships and annual schedules; reviews capital expenditure scopes; assists with complex maintenance issues; recruits and onboards technicians; inspects properties; and develops monthly safety meetings. Other duties may be assigned.

This is a remote position requiring up to 80% travel across the Midwest and Northeast. The role may involve working in an open office setting with bright lights, constant noise, and distractions. The anticipated annual pay range is $150,000–$160,000 plus bonuses and benefits; compensation may vary by work location, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

• One-year certificate from a college or technical school, or three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior experience as a Regional Maintenance Director in the multifamily industry.
• Previous experience creating company-wide standard operating procedures and training.
• EPA or HVAC certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project management, Adobe, and Yardi.
• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to read documents, computer screens, and data; hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer; and operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• May occasionally need to lift or carry files or office supplies weighing up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• CPO certification preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Regional Facility Managers.
• Develop and manage the maintenance training curriculum using outside vendor trainings and in partnership with the RPM Living Training Department.
• Design and implement a preventative maintenance program for all properties.
• Work with vendors, regional managers, and lead maintenance technicians to identify vendor-related cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiate and manage an annual schedule of items to reduce long-term costs.
• Assist with and review scopes of work for capital expenditure items.
• Assist Regional Managers with troubleshooting larger maintenance issues.
• Recruit, interview, and onboard maintenance technicians.
• Inspect properties.
• Develop monthly safety meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for full-time, regular associates.
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs.
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans.
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging programs and Employee Resource Groups.
• Paid time off, floating holidays, and volunteer days.
• Discounts on Costco membership, movie tickets, health and wellness, entertainment, and travel.
• Bonuses and a generous benefit plan.

What This Job Offers

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