Maintenance and Facility Manager

Symbiotic Services•Denton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Symbiotic Services is recruiting a Maintenance and Facility Manager for a client in the manufacturing industry. The role oversees maintenance operations, facility infrastructure, equipment commissioning, and facility support during both the startup and operational phases of a manufacturing facility. During greenfield startup, the manager leads equipment installation coordination, commissioning, utility-system validation, regulatory inspections, contractor management, and overall facility readiness. As operations mature, the role focuses on establishing preventive maintenance programs, improving equipment reliability, optimizing facility performance, and implementing long-term maintenance strategies. The position combines departmental leadership and administrative responsibilities with hands-on technical oversight. It involves coordination with engineering teams, contractors, regulators, utility providers, and manufacturing personnel, with strict attention to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent technical experience will be considered.
3–5 years of leadership experience managing maintenance, facilities, engineering, or technical teams.
Strong technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems; HVAC and compressed air equipment; fire protection systems; and building infrastructure and utility systems.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and understand English-language instructions and technical documentation.
Strong verbal communication skills for interacting effectively with employees, contractors, and management.
Basic mathematical proficiency, including arithmetic with whole numbers and fractions.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk regularly throughout the workday.
Frequent use of hands to handle equipment, tools, and documentation.
Ability to lift or move objects weighing up to 70 pounds.
Good visual acuity, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; adequate depth perception and ability to adjust visual focus.
Ability to communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating contractors, regulatory inspections, and construction-related activities.
Experience implementing CMMS platforms and maintenance management programs.
Project management and execution skills.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
Contractor and vendor management experience.
Root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
Budget planning and cost-control skills.
Risk assessment and mitigation skills.
OSHA compliance and safety leadership.
Regulatory and environmental compliance experience.
Preventive and predictive maintenance planning experience.
Equipment reliability and continuous improvement experience.
Leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.

Responsibilities

Oversee equipment readiness, functionality, and safety compliance before production startup.
Coordinate equipment installations, facility improvements, automation integration, and infrastructure modifications with internal teams and external suppliers.
Lead startup, testing, validation, and operational readiness of HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, fire protection, process cooling, and building management systems.
Manage facility and equipment turnover documentation, punch lists, and acceptance procedures.
Coordinate with inspectors, regulatory authorities, utility providers, insurance auditors, and code enforcement officials.
Ensure facility infrastructure and equipment meet applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs and maintenance management systems, including CMMS.
Create equipment asset hierarchies, maintenance schedules, and standardized maintenance documentation.
Implement spare-parts management programs and equipment criticality assessments.
Develop reliability initiatives to reduce equipment downtime and improve operational efficiency.
Maintain maintenance records, technical manuals, digital documentation, and facility asset information.
Establish maintenance procedures and performance standards for long-term manufacturing operations.
Manage contractors performing installation, mechanical, electrical, utility, controls integration, and facility improvement work.
Monitor contractor safety, schedules, work quality, and project execution, and ensure projects meet startup milestones and operational requirements.
Provide technical leadership and support for complex facility and maintenance projects.
Work with internal teams and external service providers to resolve technical and operational challenges.
Build, lead, and develop maintenance, facilities, and custodial teams.
Manage workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, training, and succession development.
Coach and guide employees and conduct performance evaluations.
Establish departmental processes, KPIs, and maintenance performance metrics.
Promote accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency.
Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, ISO, environmental regulations, local building codes, and applicable safety standards.
Lead risk assessments, safety initiatives, and corrective action programs.
Oversee facility physical security protocols and systems, conduct security audits, and implement corrective measures.
Maintain a safe and compliant environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.