Facilities & Lab Operations Manager

RenewCO₂; New Jersey; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RenewCO2 is seeking a Facilities Manager to own the physical plant, including building systems, equipment, and site safety. You will be the first responder for chiller alerts, contractor escorts, and maintenance issues, balancing strategic planning with hands-on problem solving.

You will coordinate contractors, manage preventive maintenance, and support safety programs while ensuring reliable operations for lab, pilot, and office spaces in a small company setting.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in facilities, building maintenance, lab operations, or plant maintenance.
• Hands-on troubleshooting with HVAC and building mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with plumbing and low-voltage electrical work.
• Willingness to learn new building systems and BMS/BAS platforms.
• Experience coordinating and supervising outside contractors and service vendors.
• Comfort with basic hand and power tools and mechanical repair.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational habits and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Buildng operations: oversee day-to-day upkeep of lab, pilot, and office space.
• HVAC, ventilation, and process systems: monitor and troubleshoot; manage BMS alarms.
• Scientific and process equipment maintenance; schedule calibration and service contracts.
• Contractor management: scope work, obtain quotes, supervise trades, verify quality.
• Compliance and safety support: assist with safety programs, inspections, and records.
• Vendors, inventory, and records: track spares, maintenance logs, and spend against budget.
• Capital and buildout projects: support equipment installs and reconfigurations with engineering.

Skills

HVAC troubleshooting

Plumbing

Electrical work

BMS/BAS basics

Contractor management

Tools & maintenance

Self-motivated

Organizational skills

Independent work

Physical stamina

Tools

BMS platforms

CMMS

Maintenance software

Job description

RenewCO2 is seeking a Facilities Manager to own the physical plant, including building systems, equipment, and site safety. You will be the first responder for chiller alerts, contractor escorts, and maintenance issues, balancing strategic planning with hands-on problem solving.

You will coordinate contractors, manage preventive maintenance, and support safety programs while ensuring reliable operations for lab, pilot, and office spaces in a small company setting.