Facilities and Safety Manager

The Facilities and Safety Manager is a working manager responsible for the day-to-day operation maintenance and safety compliance of Mitteras facility or facilities. This is a hands-on leadership role: the individual is expected to actively participate in maintenance tasks alongside managing the department. The Facilities and Safety Manager owns the EHS function oversees the maintenance team and ensures that buildings equipment and infrastructure are maintained to the highest operational and safety standards. This role may involve oversight of multiple buildings or locations.

Essential Duties Facilities & Maintenance

Perform hands-on preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC electrical plumbing mechanical systems and general building infrastructure

Manage and prioritize work orders ensuring timely response to urgent repair requests and planned maintenance schedules

Maintain asset and equipment maintenance logs service records and PM schedules

Coordinate with and manage outside contractors and vendors for specialized repairs inspections and capital projects

Manage maintenance parts inventory and procurement; source and negotiate with suppliers as needed

Oversee facility operations across multiple buildings or locations where applicable ensuring consistent standards at each site

Evaluate condition of building systems and infrastructure; recommend and prioritize capital improvements

Conduct new equipment and process acceptance inspections prior to deployment

Respond to facility emergencies including after-hours situations as required

Ensure all facilities meet applicable building codes fire codes and regulatory requirements

Recruit interview hire and train maintenance staff

Oversee daily workflow of the maintenance department and provide constructive timely performance evaluations

Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy

Essential Duties Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Review and update health and safety procedures as needed; create and implement safety plans and ensure daily adherence

Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal State and Local regulations including OSHA ANSI NFPA DOT Fire Department and Company safety rules

Develop and improve key safety programs; conduct safety walks daily and formal site safety inspections monthly

Lead safety committee meetings and educate employees on safety standards expectations and safe machinery operation

Investigate on-site accidents and near misses; conduct root cause analysis for OSHA recordables in coordination with Regional EHS Manager

Assist with safety compliance training including LOTO Forklift Electric Pallet Jack and Machine Safeguarding

Determine regulatory requirements and permitting needs for new and modified processes (air hazardous/non-hazardous waste stormwater green initiatives)

Conduct environmental compliance inspections including waste accumulation stormwater and SPCC

Partner with Human Resources to manage OSHA 300 log and maintain documentation of safety procedures accidents and related events

Act as liaison between management and external safety agencies including fire and insurance personnel

Serve as the site representative for all EHS activities; lead Emergency Response Team training and coordination

Analyze new equipment for operator safety; research and recommend safety equipment as needed

Coordinate and inspect fire extinguishers cranes/hoists emergency lights first aid cabinets and eyewash stations

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability keeping with Mitteras philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree in Environmental Health & Safety Facilities Management or a related field highly preferred

35 years of experience in building/facilities maintenance with at least 12 years in a supervisory or lead capacity

Hands-on experience with general building systems: HVAC electrical plumbing carpentry and mechanical maintenance

Experience managing or coordinating maintenance across multiple buildings or locations preferred

Knowledge of local state and federal safety regulations; OSHA compliance experience required

Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) or work order management tools preferred

Trade certifications (e.g. HVAC electrical plumbing) a plus but not required

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals schematics and work instructions

Strong organizational skills; able to plan prioritize and follow through on multiple projects with minimal supervision

Effective communicator across all levels of the organization; demonstrated leadership ability

Self-motivated reliable safety-oriented and able to perform effectively under pressure and deadlines

Ability to anticipate problems and implement appropriate preventative measures

Physical Requirements

Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing pulling reaching lifting squatting kneeling and bending

Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs

Requires fine motor hand and arm movement manual dexterity and coordination

Requires near visual acuity

Requires working around and operating departmental equipment

Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility

Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.