Facilities Leader: Oversee Ops, HVAC & Critical Systems

Total Quality Logistics; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Financial wellness planning

Tuition reimbursement

Great Place to Work award

Job summary

Total Quality Logistics is seeking an Associate Director of Facilities to lead the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and upkeep of TQL’s office facilities across the country. You will manage a 15+ person team and ensure workplaces are safe, reliable and well maintained for over 9,000 employees.

You will supervise building systems including HVAC and data center infrastructure, coordinate contractors, and implement preventive maintenance to minimize downtime while supporting company growth and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, building operations or commercial property maintenance.
• 5+ years of experience leading and developing facilities or maintenance teams.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial building systems including HVAC, data center, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration and critical power infrastructure.
• Experience organizing maintenance work, setting priorities and holding teams accountable for quality and timely completion.
• Experience developing preventive maintenance programs, inspection schedules and SOPs.
• Experience overseeing facility repairs, renovations, equipment installations and improvement projects.
• Proven ability to manage contractors and vendors, evaluate proposals and ensure work is completed correctly.
• Knowledge of building codes, workplace safety requirements and facility compliance practices.
• Experience supporting commercial kitchen equipment, critical power systems or data center infrastructure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a team of 15+ through coaching, training, performance management and clear expectations.
• Oversee daily building operations, maintenance and repairs, including HVAC, data center, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, lighting and critical power systems.
• Set daily and weekly work priorities, assign responsibilities and ensure maintenance requests are completed accurately and on time.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance programs, inspection schedules and procedures to keep equipment reliable and reduce unexpected repairs.
• Oversee facility repairs, renovations, equipment replacements and improvement projects from planning through final inspection.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors and service providers, reviewing proposals and ensuring work meets expectations for quality, cost and completion.
• Monitor building conditions and system performance, identify recurring issues and ensure lasting repairs.
• Oversee maintenance of commercial kitchen equipment and related systems to support safe, dependable food service operations.
• Ensure facilities meet applicable building codes, safety requirements and federal, state and local regulations.
• Coordinate maintenance and service for critical power systems and data center infrastructure with internal teams and outside providers.
• Respond to urgent facility issues, coordinate repairs and keep the Director and affected stakeholders informed.
• Partner with the Director and department leaders to address workplace needs, recommend improvements and coordinate work with minimal disruption to employees.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

HVAC systems

Data center infrastructure

Contractor management

Preventive maintenance

Regulatory compliance

Safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Experience in facilities management

Job description

Total Quality Logistics is seeking an Associate Director of Facilities to lead the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and upkeep of TQL’s office facilities across the country. You will manage a 15+ person team and ensure workplaces are safe, reliable and well maintained for over 9,000 employees.

You will supervise building systems including HVAC and data center infrastructure, coordinate contractors, and implement preventive maintenance to minimize downtime while supporting company growth and