Facility Manager

SUMMARY: The Lighthouse Facility Manager plays a vital role in maintaining the health safety and functionality of the organizations facilities. This working manager position ensures that building systems and infrastructure support the organizations mission and operations. The Facility Manager collaborates closely with the Maintenance & Repair Manager Safety & Quality Assurance Manager and other senior leaders to coordinate facility needs and ensure a safe compliant and welcoming environment for all staff and visitors.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Facility Manager will be responsible for the following core job duties:

1. Facility Operations & Maintenance: Oversee daily operations of building infrastructure and systems of all Lighthouse locations to include: HVAC plumbing electrical housekeeping grounds care and fire safety. Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure optimal facility performance. Respond to facility emergencies and service requests promptly. Maintain inventory of tools supplies and equipment related to facility operations. Communicate with property management as needed to address facility issues for leased offices.
2. Safety & Compliance: Partner with the Safety & Quality Assurance Manager to support a safe work environment for all employees. Prioritize compliance with OSHA ADA NFPA and other relevant health and safety regulations by ensuring all facilities and systems are up to code. Develop and implement emergency response plans and safety protocols.
3. Vendor & Contract Management: Source negotiate and manage contracts with service providers for utilities janitorial landscaping pest control and other facility-related services. Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to service level agreements.
4. Budget & Planning: Assist in developing and managing the facilities budget including forecasting and cost control. Recommend capital improvement and facility upgrades aligned with organizational goals. Suggest and apply cost saving ideas and principles whenever possible.
5. Collaboration & Communication: Work in partnership with the MRM to coordinate shared resources and support. Communicate effectively with staff across departments to address facility-related needs. Serve as a member of the Lighthouse Safety Committee and Emergency On-Call Team. Represent the Lighthouse with polish and professionalism when communicating with vendors and contractors.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

1. Education: High School Diploma or GED required; associates or bachelors degree in Facilities Management or related field preferred.
2. Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong knowledge of facility systems to include electrical plumbing internet HVAC and security. Knowledge of safety regulations and building codes. Excellent communication problem-solving and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
3. Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years managing facility operations vendor contracts and building maintenance. Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
4. Supervisory Responsibility: Oversight of staff volunteers and contractors designated to facility maintenance operational systems or special projects. Responsible for addressing complaints and problem-solving issues related to facility operations.
5. Physical: Able to lift 60 lbs. bend stoop climb and walk frequently throughout the day. Able to travel throughout the facility and respond to emergencies.
6. Personality: Dependable proactive detail-oriented collaborative self-directed and professional.
7. Working Conditions: Inside and outside facility environments to include manufacturing facility grounds and multiple office locations. Valid drivers license and clear driving record required with valid Louisiana insurance coverage.
8. Work Schedule: Full time Exempt. Occasional on-call responsibilities.
9. Background Check and Drug Testing required: Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results.

This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Upon request the employee in this position will perform such other tasks as required for the effective operation of the Facilities Department.

Accomplishments in these areas of responsibility will be the basis of the employees evaluation continuation of employment and change in compensation.

At Lighthouse Louisiana we are committed to the principles of equal employment. We comply with all federal state and local laws providing equal employment opportunities and all other employment laws and regulations. We are dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy regarding all aspects of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring placement transfer training promotion rates of pay (and other compensation) termination and all other terms conditions and privileges of addition we take affirmative actions to recruit hire promote and retain veterans.