HVAC Building Services Manager - Realty Investors

Nationwide•Columbus, OH

13d•$97,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Nationwide Realty Investors is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Building Manager to lead maintenance and service operations for commercial properties throughout the Arena District in Columbus, Ohio. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with people leadership, operational oversight, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate brings extensive HVAC experience, strong troubleshooting capabilities, and a proven ability to develop and lead high-performing teams. The successful candidate is a hands-on leader who can provide technical guidance when needed while effectively managing people, processes, and customer expectations. They are committed to maintaining high service standards, developing talent, and ensuring operational excellence across the HVAC service organization. Providing a safe, comfortable and reliable work environment to cultivate innovation and growth is our priority. It takes a diverse set of skills, talents and abilities to operate and maintain Nationwide Realty facilities with integrity and excellence. If you love providing outstanding customer service and take pride in contributing to an exceptional associate experience, we want to know more about you!

Requirements

Undergraduate or technical/vocational studies with equivalent work experience.
Specialist training in property management.
Eight years of relevant experience in facility maintenance services including carpentry/structural, painting, plastering.
Prior managerial/supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
Proven knowledge facility maintenance and planning methods, programs, practices and procedures.
Must have extensive knowledge in facility management.
Strong understanding of project management concepts and practices.
Have a detailed understanding of all buildings, electrical, fire EPA, and other federal, state and local codes and regulations.
Must have a thorough knowledge of financial statement preparation, budgeting and financial analysis concepts and techniques.
Must have the ability to lead a facility maintenance staff responsible for the planning, installation, maintenance, testing, repair and operations of building, electrical, HVAC and life safety systems.
Must have the ability to develop and implement facility maintenance programs and practices.
Ability to lead and plan diverse facility maintenance and operation projects.
Must have the ability to lead staff and evaluate and recommend solutions to facility maintenance problems and incidents.
Must have strong project management and leadership skills.
Must have a command of all skills necessary for verbal and written communication with all levels of associates and external contractors.
A valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required.
Due to the fiduciary accountabilities within this job, a valid credit and/or background check will be required as part of the selection process.
This job has been identified as a Safety Sensitive position and, according to our substance free workplace program, may be subject to random alcohol and other drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Extensive experience servicing and maintaining commercial HVAC systems.
Advanced mechanical aptitude with strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
Demonstrated expertise with TRANE controls, building automation systems, and related technologies.
Previous leadership experience managing HVAC technicians or field service teams.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively balance technical responsibilities with team leadership and operational management.
Proven ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
Certifications in Level I Vibration Analyst and Thermographer; relevant State Hydronics License, State HVAC License and CFC refrigerant.

Responsibilities

Leads a staff of facilities maintenance supervisors and workers who perform general maintenance service and repairs.
Ensures efficient care of all grounds and support equipment, through the direction of a technical support staff made up of skilled and unskilled trades and the purchase of necessary outside technical and non-technical support services.
Leads staff responsible for the general maintenance of electrical systems as well as electrical fixtures, apparatus, equipment and wiring such as motors, lighting fixtures, generators, circuit breakers and transformers and general maintenance of HVAC and life safety systems.
Leads staff responsible for janitorial and yard labor functions.
Develops innovative work procedures and methods to minimize property management expense.
Develops and administers appropriate safety policies and procedures. Responsible for performance of safety measures.
Identifies current maintenance needs and formalizes and approves operating plans and budgets to increase quality and efficiency within the company's facilities. Handles the negotiation and selection of outside contractor services and products to meet and align with facility maintenance objectives.
Contributes to overall strategic visions and integrates a broad range of ideas regarding facility maintenance and operations.
Manages associates, including performance management, salary planning and administration, training and development, workflow planning and day-to-day administration, hiring and placement and disciplinary actions.
May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

medical/dental/vision
life insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
nine paid holidays
8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
company-paid pension plan
business casual attire