Facilities Maintenance Manager

T. Parker Host•Avondale, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance, repair, safety, and overall condition of company facilities and related building systems. Reporting to the Director of Site Development, this position serves as the primary point of responsibility for ensuring facilities remain safe, functional, well maintained, and operationally ready. The Facility Maintenance Manager will oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs, coordinate vendors and contractors, manage facility-related work orders and projects, and proactively identify maintenance needs before they impact operations. This position will work closely with the Director of Site Development to support facility improvements, renovations, capital projects, and long-term facility planning.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in facilities, building, or industrial maintenance, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
Working knowledge of building systems and general facility maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance programs.
Experience managing contractors, vendors, service agreements, and repair projects.
Ability to manage multiple facilities, projects, and competing priorities.
Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience reviewing proposals, monitoring maintenance costs, and making repair or replacement recommendations.
Ability to respond to urgent facility needs outside normal business hours when necessary.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel between company locations as required.
Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience supporting facilities in an industrial, maritime, transportation, logistics, manufacturing, or similar operational environment.
Relevant facilities, maintenance, or safety training/certifications.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily maintenance, repair, and general condition of company facilities, grounds, and building systems.
Develop, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, roofing, generators, fire/life safety systems, and other facility equipment.
Conduct routine facility inspections and proactively identify maintenance, safety, and operational concerns.
Manage facility work orders from initial request through completion and ensure appropriate documentation and follow-up.
Prioritize maintenance requests based on safety, operational impact, urgency, and business needs.
Supervise maintenance personnel and/or contractors, including assigning work, monitoring completion, and maintaining accountability for quality and timeliness.
Coordinate outside vendors and contractors for repairs, inspections, maintenance, and specialized facility services.
Obtain and review vendor proposals and estimates and make recommendations to the Director of Site Development.
Monitor vendor performance and ensure contracted work meets company expectations.
Assist the Director of Site Development with facility renovations, expansions, equipment installations, construction projects, and other site-development initiatives.
Identify and recommend capital repairs and equipment replacements based on condition, useful life, operational impact, and cost.
Track facility maintenance expenses and assist with development and management of the annual facilities budget.
Maintain records related to inspections, preventive maintenance, warranties, permits, service agreements, repairs, and facility equipment.
Ensure facility maintenance activities comply with applicable OSHA requirements, building and fire codes, environmental requirements, and company safety policies.
Coordinate emergency repairs and respond to urgent facility issues, including after-hours situations when necessary.
Maintain appropriate inventory of maintenance tools, supplies, and critical replacement parts.
Partner with Operations, Safety, IT, HR, and other departments to address facility-related needs.
Identify opportunities to improve facility reliability, appearance, energy efficiency, and overall operating costs.
Provide regular updates to the Director of Site Development regarding outstanding maintenance items, significant repairs, facility risks, vendor performance, and upcoming needs.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.