Facilities Lead – Operations & Space Planning

Patterson Companies, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

LifeWorks (EAP)

Patterson Perks Program

Job summary

Patterson Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Facilities Associate Lead to coordinate complex facilities operations and planning. You will drive safety, efficiency, and cost-effective workplace environments, guiding daily activities and improving facilities processes.

Roles involve leading site operations, vendor management, lease support, and security controls while maintaining accurate records. The position requires strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5 years Experience in a facilities, office support, building operations, or related environment
• Proficiency with facilities management systems, work order tracking tools, and access control systems
• Strong customer service and collaboration across teams, employees, contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills to address facilities issues and coordinate timely solutions
• Functional knowledge of corporate office and warehouse building systems and maintenance operations
• Project management, organizational, planning, and prioritization skills to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail when managing work orders, access authorizations, and documentation
• Ability to operate MS Office and related software (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams)
• Clear verbal and written communication skills and ability to read and exchange information in documents
• Compliance with safety protocols and PPE requirements for office and warehouse environments
• Preferred certifications: CAPM, PMP, or FMP
• Preferred driving license with clean record

Responsibilities

• Lead daily facilities operations for assigned sites, ensuring workplace safety and service standards
• Escalate and prioritize complex facilities issues; coordinate resources and drive timely resolution
• Direct work by vendors and internal teams to ensure quality and contractual compliance
• Assess facility conditions and space utilization; coordinate improvements and corrective actions
• Plan office layouts, furniture moves, and space reconfigurations with stakeholder coordination
• Support lease administration and monitor vendor contracts and service issues
• Administer and safeguard security and access systems; align controls with policy
• Contribute to process improvements and train others on procedures or systems
• Travel locally to Patterson sites up to 10% for business needs
• Maintain accurate facilities documentation and records

Skills

Facilities management

Vendor coordination

Project planning

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Reading/writing documents

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

Access control systems

Job description

Patterson Companies, Inc. is seeking an experienced Facilities Associate Lead to coordinate complex facilities operations and planning. You will drive safety, efficiency, and cost-effective workplace environments, guiding daily activities and improving facilities processes.

Roles involve leading site operations, vendor management, lease support, and security controls while maintaining accurate records. The position requires strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills,