Facilities Maintenance Director

Custom Filters Direct; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Filters Direct seeks an experienced Facilities & Building Maintenance Director to manage upkeep, repairs, and overall condition of company properties. The role requires proactive inspection, vendor coordination, and direct collaboration with ownership on improvements.

Onsite, with travel between Bloomsburg and other properties as needed. Strong organizational skills and practical maintenance knowledge are essential for keeping facilities safe, functional, and well maintained.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in facilities management, commercial/industrial maintenance, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience coordinating vendors/contractors and reviewing estimates.
• Ability to assess repair needs and determine when specialists are required.
• Excellent organization, problem-solving, and follow-through.
• Effective communication with ownership and site leadership.

Responsibilities

• Visit and inspect properties to identify repair needs and safety concerns.
• Oversee upkeep of buildings, grounds, and systems (roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, doors).
• Schedule repairs, manage vendors, and ensure quality of work.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and routine inspections.
• Coordinate renovations and project work across multiple properties.
• Track repair status, deadlines, and maintenance expenses.
• Provide updates to ownership and optimize property conditions.

Skills

Facilities management

Building maintenance

Vendor coordination

Preventive maintenance

Project management

Leadership

Tools

CMMS

MS Excel

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Director

Primary Location: 20 Union Lane, Bloomsburg, PA
Properties: Bloomsburg, Berwick, Vandling, and other company properties as assigned
Travel: Approximately 80% based in Bloomsburg, with travel to other properties as needed

Take pride in keeping our properties in great shape.

Custom Filters Direct is seeking an experienced Director of Facilities & Building Maintenance to manage the upkeep, repairs, and overall condition of our company buildings and properties.

We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, notices what needs attention, and follows through to make sure problems are resolved. You’ll regularly inspect properties, coordinate vendors and contractors, arrange repairs, and work directly with ownership on building needs and improvements.

This is an active, onsite role for someone with practical building maintenance knowledge, strong organizational skills, and the ability to keep multiple projects moving.

Responsibilities

• Visit and inspect company properties to identify repair needs, safety concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee the condition and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and building systems, including roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and doors.
• Identify maintenance priorities and coordinate timely repairs.
• Find and coordinate qualified vendors and contractors, obtain quotes, compare options, and schedule service.
• Monitor contractor progress and inspect completed work to ensure repairs meet expectations.
• Establish preventive maintenance schedules and arrange routine inspections and services.
• Coordinate building repairs, renovations, and property improvement projects.
• Track outstanding repairs, project deadlines, maintenance expenses, and service records.
• Recommend practical, cost-effective solutions to ownership and provide updates on property conditions and project status.
• Coordinate work with site leadership to minimize disruption to daily operations.
• Ensure contracted work follows company safety procedures and applicable building requirements.
• Travel between company properties and coordinate responses to occasional urgent building issues.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in facilities management, commercial or industrial building maintenance, property maintenance, or a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of building systems, general repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Experience coordinating vendors and contractors, reviewing estimates, and checking completed work.
• Ability to assess repair needs and determine when qualified trade professionals are required.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple properties.
• Clear communication skills and comfort working directly with ownership, contractors, and site leadership.
• Comfortable using email, spreadsheets, and maintenance tracking tools.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between company properties.
• Availability to coordinate occasional urgent facility issues outside regular working hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining multiple buildings or properties.
• Experience with manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial facilities.
• Experience coordinating renovations and managing project costs.
• Relevant trade training or facilities management credentials.

Why Join Custom Filters Direct?

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of property upkeep, work directly with company leadership, and make visible improvements to our buildings and facilities.

If you’re resourceful, dependable, and take pride in keeping properties safe, functional, and well maintained, we encourage you to apply.