Facilities Maintenance Manager

Facilities Maintenance Manager

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Facilities Maintenance Manager to oversee operations across two warehouse and distribution centers, totaling 200,000 square feet. This role is responsible for 24/7 coverage and leads a team to maintain critical infrastructure in support of food distribution and cold storage operations. The Facilities Maintenance Manager ensures compliance, safety, and uptime of all facility systems, managing both internal technicians and external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of facilities operations across DC and VA facilities, requiring commuting.
• Ensure 24-hour coverage through staffing plans, on-call schedules, and emergency protocols.
• Oversee all warehouse systems including Building Management Systems (BMS) for HVAC, lighting, and mechanical controls.
• Manage sprinkler systems and fire safety equipment in partnership with vendors.
• Supervise backup generators and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems.
• Oversee elevators, dock doors, roll-up gates, and material handling infrastructure.
• Manage security access systems, alarms, and cameras.
• Maintain cold storage/freezer infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain a robust Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedule using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and perform corrective repairs.
• Lead facility audits and inspections to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
• Maintain facility compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA, NFPA, ADA, and AIB annual audit.
• Ensure up-to-date records of inspections, testing, permits, and safety logs.
• Lead, train, and develop a facilities maintenance team.
• Manage external vendors and contractors for specialized services.
• Oversee janitorial, lawn care, snow removal, and parking lot maintenance.
• Develop and manage the annual facilities maintenance budget, including planning for capital improvement projects.
• Track spending and identify cost savings through vendor negotiations, energy management, and lifecycle planning.
• Support long-term facilities planning, including expansion, renovations, system upgrades and supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 7 years of experience in facilities or maintenance management in a warehouse, manufacturing, or food distribution environment.
• In-depth technical knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Expertise in fire/life safety, sprinklers, and alarm systems.
• Proven experience managing 24/7 facility operations and multi-site responsibilities.
• Proficiency in CMMS and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and project management skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CFM, BOC, and EPA Universal HVAC Certification preferred.
• Experience in regulated environments (FDA, USDA, food-grade warehouses) preferred.
• Familiarity with LEAN or 5S facility practices preferred.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy great benefits while working for a non-profit organization that values its employees.

Work Environment

Manage operations at two facilities, including warehouse and refrigeration sites located in Lorton, VA and DC.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lorton, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $83818.00 - $93678.00/yr.

We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits including competitive compensation and benefits, free onsite parking, complimentary shuttle to metro, professional development, growth, and volunteer opportunities, fun work in a diverse environment. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Insurance covered at 75% Multiple providers offered Optional program through Nonstop Health that covers all deductible expenses 401k retirement savings with matching Company contributes up to 9% in employee matching PTO: New employees start at 3 paid weeks per year 4 paid weeks in fourth year Sick Leave 10 days of paid sick leave per year Paid Holidays 12 holidays per year 2 floating holidays Paid week off between Christmas and New Years (in addition to PTO) Summer Fridays (2 hours early release) Professional Development: Generous annual professional development stipend Annual technology stipend Outings and events: Regular sponsored staff events (ex: holiday parties, summer barbeque, bowling, museum outings, and more) Monthly staff lunches Baby Bonding Leave Life, AD&D, Short & Long Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account (Medical, Dependent Care, & Transportation) Employee Assistance Program Free on-site parking and shuttle service to two nearest Metro stations Office stocked with free coffee and snacks

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Washington D.C., DC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.