Maintenance and Facility Manager

Job Title: Maintenance and Facility Manager

Job Summary

Symbiotic Services is seeking an experienced and results-driven Maintenance and Facility Manager for an opportunity with one of our clients in the manufacturing industry.

The Maintenance and Facility Manager will be responsible for overseeing maintenance operations, facility infrastructure, equipment commissioning, and facility support activities during both the startup and operational phases of a manufacturing facility.

During the initial greenfield startup phase, this position will lead equipment installation coordination, commissioning, utility system validation, regulatory inspections, contractor management, and overall facility readiness. As manufacturing operations mature, the role will transition toward establishing preventive maintenance programs, improving equipment reliability, optimizing facility performance, and implementing long-term maintenance strategies.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, project management experience, and a commitment to operational excellence and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities

Facility Startup and Equipment Commissioning

• Oversee equipment readiness, operational functionality, and safety compliance before production startup.
  

• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Safety, and external suppliers to coordinate equipment installations, facility improvements, automation integration, and infrastructure modifications.
  

• Lead the startup, testing, validation, and operational readiness of critical facility utility systems, including:
  

  • HVAC systems
    

  • Compressed air systems
    

  • Electrical distribution
    

  • Fire protection systems
    

  • Process cooling systems
    

  • Building management systems
    

• Manage equipment and facility turnover documentation, punch lists, and acceptance procedures.
  

• Coordinate with local inspectors, regulatory authorities, utility providers, insurance auditors, and code enforcement officials.
  

• Ensure facility infrastructure and equipment meet applicable regulatory and safety requirements before operations begin.
  

Maintenance and Reliability Management

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
  

• Establish maintenance management systems, including Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
  

• Create equipment asset hierarchies, maintenance schedules, and standardized maintenance documentation.
  

• Implement spare parts management programs and equipment criticality assessments.
  

• Develop reliability improvement initiatives to minimize equipment downtime and improve operational efficiency.
  

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, technical manuals, digital documentation, and facility asset information.
  

• Establish maintenance procedures and performance standards that support long-term manufacturing operations.
  

Contractor and Project Management

• Manage contractors responsible for equipment installation, mechanical systems, electrical systems, utilities, controls integration, and facility improvements.
  

• Monitor contractor safety, scheduling, work quality, and project execution.
  

• Ensure projects are completed according to startup milestones and operational requirements.
  

• Provide technical leadership and support for complex facility and maintenance projects.
  

• Collaborate with internal teams and external service providers to resolve technical and operational challenges.
  

Team Leadership and Department Management

• Build, lead, and develop maintenance, facilities, and custodial teams.
  

• Manage workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, training, and succession development.
  

• Provide coaching, technical guidance, and performance evaluations.
  

• Establish departmental processes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and maintenance performance metrics.
  

• Promote accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency.
  

• Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  

Safety, Compliance, and Facility Security

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ISO, environmental regulations, local building codes, and applicable safety standards.
  

• Lead risk assessments, safety initiatives, and corrective action programs.
  

• Oversee physical security protocols and systems across assigned facilities.
  

• Conduct security audits and implement corrective measures when necessary.
  

• Maintain a safe and compliant working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent technical experience will be considered.
  

• Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience managing maintenance, facilities, engineering, or technical teams.
  

• Strong technical understanding of:
  

  • Mechanical systems
    

  • Electrical systems
    

  • Pneumatic systems
    

  • HVAC equipment
    

  • Compressed air systems
    

  • Fire protection systems
    

  • Building infrastructure and utility systems
    

• Experience coordinating contractors, regulatory inspections, and construction-related activities preferred.
  

• Experience implementing CMMS platforms and maintenance management programs preferred.
  

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a manufacturing environment.
  

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Project management and execution
  

• Lean manufacturing principles
  

• Contractor and vendor management
  

• Root cause analysis and problem-solving
  

• Budget planning and cost control
  

• Risk assessment and mitigation
  

• OSHA compliance and safety leadership
  

• Regulatory and environmental compliance
  

• Preventive and predictive maintenance planning
  

• Equipment reliability and continuous improvement
  

• Leadership, coaching, and team development
  

Communication and Mathematical Skills

• Ability to read and understand English-language instructions and technical documentation.
  

• Strong verbal communication skills for effectively interacting with employees, contractors, and management.
  

• Basic mathematical proficiency, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving whole numbers and fractions.
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk regularly throughout the workday.
  

• Frequent use of hands for handling 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.
  

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
  

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility undergoing startup, commissioning, and ongoing production operations.
  

• Work involving industrial equipment, utility systems, facility infrastructure, and maintenance activities.
  

• Regular coordination with engineering teams, contractors, regulatory authorities, and manufacturing personnel.
  

• Responsibilities spanning both administrative leadership and hands-on technical oversight.
  

• Strict adherence to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational standards.
  

About Symbiotic Services

Symbiotic Services is a staffing and recruitment firm dedicated to connecting qualified professionals with employment opportunities across manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and industrial sectors. We are recruiting for this position on behalf of a client while maintaining client confidentiality.