Facilities Manager

Jobtailor; Fort Dix (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Fort Dix, New Jersey seeks a seasoned Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and repair at a federal installation. This role manages budgets, sets service goals, and directs teams across buildings, electrical, HVAC, and utilities.

You will implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs, coordinate tasks, and ensure safety compliance. Required are 5+ years in facilities maintenance with supervisory experience, plus a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and possible security

Qualifications

• Five+ years in facilities maintenance with at least three years in supervision.
• Budget management experience including profit and loss responsibility.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Fed Security Clearance may be required depending on local/state/contract requirements.
• Valid Driver's License may be required depending on local/state/contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage maintenance and repair functions at a federal installation
• Develop and manage facilities support budgets
• Set goals and objectives for facilities support services
• Coordinate, direct, and manage maintenance and repair services for buildings, structures, electrical systems, utility systems, and HVAC systems
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs, including predictive testing and inspection
• Supervise staff through hiring, training, counseling, supervision, and performance reviews
• Schedule and prioritize tasks while ensuring adherence to procedures, regulations, guidelines, and safety requirements
• Participate regularly in departmental and other meetings
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Skills

Facilities Management

Budget Management

Supervisory Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Database Software

Presentation Software

Job description

• Oversee and manage maintenance and repair functions at a federal installation
• Develop and manage facilities support budgets
• Set goals and objectives for facilities support services
• Coordinate, direct, and manage maintenance and repair services for buildings, structures, electrical systems, utility systems, and HVAC systems
• Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance programs, including predictive testing and inspection
• Supervise staff through hiring, training, counseling, supervision, and performance reviews
• Schedule and prioritize tasks while ensuring adherence to procedures, regulations, guidelines, and safety requirements
• Participate regularly in departmental and other meetings
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Five or more years of experience in building maintenance and construction, including at least three years in a supervisory position
• Three years or more of business management experience including profit and loss responsibility and budgeting
• Knowledge of planning, purchasing, and project management
• Knowledge of specialized departmental equipment including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general carpentry equipment
• Ability to read and understand construction, electrical, and equipment drawings, blueprints, and schematics
• Knowledge of refrigeration and boilers; electrical circuits and voltage; plumbing; general carpentry; masonry and concrete applications and processes
• Supervisory skills covering hiring, professional development, performance management, disciplinary processes, and employee relations
• Ability to supervise and develop teams while adhering to safety policies and rules
• Effective oral and written communication, presentation, and inquiry-response skills
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, reasoning, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Human relations skills
• Advanced computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software
• Knowledge of business English, including vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
• Mathematical skills involving fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Ability to establish priorities and solve business, operational, and strategic management problems
• Flexibility to respond to changing priorities and manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• A comparable combination of formal education and work experience will be considered
• Fed Security Clearance may be required depending on local, state, and/or contract requirements
• Valid Driver's License may be required depending on local, state, and/or contract requirements

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in facilities management, including maintenance and repair of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, while effectively managing budgets and supervising teams. Possesses strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Facilities Management
• Budget Management
• Supervisory Skills
• Preventive Maintenance Programs
• Project Management

Hard Skills

• Building Maintenance
• Construction Management
• HVAC Systems
• Electrical Systems
• Plumbing
• Blueprint Reading
• Mathematical Skills
• Preventive Maintenance
• Project Planning
• Performance Management

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Customer Service
• Problem-Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Human Relations

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Fed Security Clearance
• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Facilities Support Services
• Maintenance and Repair Functions
• Safety Policies
• Performance Reviews
• Employee Relations

Tools & Technologies

• Word Processing Software
• Spreadsheet Software
• Database Software
• Presentation Software