Facilities Manager

Downtown Dog Lounge LLC•Seattle, WA

About The Position

The Facilities Manager works as a management team member and leadership team, overseeing all aspects of building functions and guaranteeing the safety of all facilities for our staff, clients, and dogs. This position exhibits high multitasking and organizational abilities, optimizing the use of space and maintaining operating costs. Duties of this role include routine safety inspections and compliance at all times, record maintenance, facility and vehicle maintenance, vendor management, and repairs management.

Requirements

Previous Experience - 3 plus years preferred
Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated experience with drywall repair, basic plumbing, and basic electrical work
Ability to safely use hand and power tools
Strong problem-solving and time-management skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Reliable transportation and ability to travel between locations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Results-driven and solutions-oriented problem-solving
Ability to sense urgency in issues that arise
Strong attention to detail
Excellent time management and multitasking skills
Great leadership and problem-solving skills
Experience planning and maintaining facility budgets
Contract handling experience
Advanced mechanical and plumbing skills
Knowledge of HVAC and other building systems
Ability to lift heavy objects and do other labor-intensive tasks
Comfortable working within close proximity to dogs
Travel between locations as needed during scheduled work hours

Nice To Haves

Certified Facility Manager (CFM) credential, or equivalent, is a huge plus

Responsibilities

Live out and be a positive advocate for Downtown Dog Lounge’s safety culture
Plan and coordinate all installations (telecommunications, heat, electricity, etc.) and refurbishments
Monitor interior and exterior areas of buildings for cleanliness and general conservation
Comply with all health, and safety policies and procedures
Keep the company in compliance with Osha and LNI laws.
Work with the government and other authorities on all inspections to ensure that the company is always compliant and up-to-date
Manage the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards
Inspect buildings’ structures to determine the need for repairs or renovations
Run routine maintenance inspections on equipment as needed
Control activities like parking space allocation, waste disposal, building security, etc
Schedule outsourced repairs as needed
Maintain the company vehicles: Land Rover and a work van, which this role would have access to during business hours
Perform routine and corrective maintenance across all assigned locations
Repair drywall, patching, painting, and general finish work
Perform basic plumbing repairs (leaks, fixtures, clogs, toilets, sinks)
Perform basic electrical work (outlets, switches, lighting, troubleshooting)
Repair and maintain gates, doors, locks, fencing, and hardware
Conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and costly repairs
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and urgent facility issues
Support with IT-related projects with guidance from BeInventiv (IT Team) or Leadership Team
Prepare and implement project budgets and timeframes
Manage insurance plans and service contracts
Negotiate optimal pricing and create a vendor and maintenance list for the company