Facilities Maintenance Leader - HVAC, Grounds & Tech

The Sports Facilities Companies; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus in Middlesex County (NJ) is seeking a Facility Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance, grounds, and custodial operations for a busy sport and entertainment district in Middlesex County.

You will develop preventive maintenance schedules, oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, manage inventory, and lead a team to ensure safety, compliance, and high standards of facility operations for all venues and fields.

Qualifications

• 5+ years facility/grounds maintenance experience with supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and maintenance best practices
• Experience in landscape or exterior facility upkeep preferred
• Ability to read blueprints, maintenance manuals, and safety regulations
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and respond to facility emergencies as needed
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and local building codes

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise maintenance, grounds, and janitorial team members
• Provide clear direction, coaching, and performance feedback to ensure team accountability and growth
• Ensure safety protocols are understood and followed by all team members
• Collaborate with department heads to coordinate maintenance needs and minimize disruptions to operations
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate contracted services as needed
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all buildings, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve facility issues in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Monitor and maintain facility infrastructure, ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and maintenance supplies
• Respond to urgent repair needs and emergencies promptly
• Oversee grounds upkeep, landscaping, lighting, irrigation, and seasonal tasks

Skills

Facilities leadership

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical & plumbing understanding

Reading blueprints & manuals

Team leadership

Weekend/evening flexibility

Job description

Nexus in Middlesex County (NJ) is seeking a Facility Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance, grounds, and custodial operations for a busy sport and entertainment district in Middlesex County.

You will develop preventive maintenance schedules, oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, manage inventory, and lead a team to ensure safety, compliance, and high standards of facility operations for all venues and fields.