Facilities Manager

MEA Energy; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $39.00-$44.00 (DOE)

Annual bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) & match

PTO 108 hours

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Rush Companies in Washington state is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee the operation and maintenance of a growing portfolio of commercial buildings in the Puget Sound region. This mobile role works from a company service vehicle and aims to increase portfolio value through proactive maintenance and efficient service.

The position is full-time with a $3,500 signing bonus, on-call scheduling, and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial facilities maintenance experience.
• Technical training on HVAC, plumbing or electrical trades.
• Washington state driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Experience managing commercial construction and tenant improvements.
• Experience with HVAC controls and building operating systems.
• Experience using mobile work orders and timecard systems.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and work indoors/outdoors in all weather.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to tenant service requests with the in-office team.
• Represent the company professionally in all interactions with tenants/vendors.
• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance.
• Lead maintenance projects with outside vendors and coordinate assignments.
• Manage vendor relationships and train on procedures.
• Assist in preparing operating and capital budgets.
• Use mobile devices for work orders, email, and training.
• Maintain the Operations & Maintenance Manual for each building.
• Serve as go-to person for maintenance challenges.

Skills

HVAC/Mechanical

Electrical trades

Plumbing

Facilities maintenance

Driver's license

Construction management

HVAC controls

Mobile work orders

Timecard system

Financial basics

Clear communication

Indoors outdoors

Teamwork

Problem solving

Positive mindset

Written and oral communication

Microsoft Office Mobile

Tools

Building Operating Systems

HVAC controls systems

Mobile work order system

Timekeeping systems

Microsoft Office Mobile Suite

Job description

Company

The Rush Companies is a fully integrated real estate organization delivering development, construction, and property management services throughout the Puget Sound region. Since 1987, we’ve built a reputation for dependability, teamwork, and excellence by uniting every phase of the project lifecycle under one collaborative team. We’re guided by core values of commitment, resourcefulness, integrity, and well-being — principles that shape how we work and how we support one another. Our culture emphasizes growth, empowerment, and meaningful contributions, whether you’re in the field, the office, or supporting our communities.

At Rush, we’re not just building spaces—we’re building relationships, strengthening communities, and creating long-lasting value for the people and projects that shape our region. If you’re passionate about making an impact and growing with a team that values purpose and partnership, we’d love to connect.

Job Summary

Rush Properties is currently seeking a Facilities Manager to join our team and be responsible for the first-class operation and management of a growing portfolio of commercial buildings in the Puget Sound region. The purpose of this position is to increase the value of our portfolio by performing and overseeing the efficient maintenance of an assigned group of commercial buildings. This is a mobile maintenance position working from a company service vehicle.

This role includes a $3,500 signing bonus.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Partners with the in-office service team to respond quickly and effectively to tenant requests for service.


• Represents the company professionally during all interactions with tenants, vendors and team members.


• Performs diagnostics, repairs, and routine building maintenance in an efficient and effective manner.


• Serves as lead project manager for maintenance and improvement work performed by outside vendors. Researches and coordinate work assignments accordingly.


• Manages relationships and trains vendors on work order and billing procedures.


• Assists in the preparation of operations and capital budgets.


• Uses PC, mobile applications and/or tablets for work order system, email, and process and procedure training.


• Manages the Operations and Maintenance Manual for each assigned building.


• Serves as the go-to-person on certain types of maintenance challenges.

Facilities Manager Qualifications & Skills

• Technical training on HVAC/mechanical, plumbing, and electrical trades preferred. EL07 Electrical license or trainee card preferred.


• Stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs and using ladders.


• Ability to carry heavy loads of 50 lbs or more.


• Minimum of 3 years of prior commercial facilities maintenance experience.


• Valid Washington state driver’s license and acceptable Driver’s Abstract.


• Experience successfully managing commercial construction & tenant improvement projects.


• Experience with computer-based HVAC controls systems and Building Operating Systems.


• Experience using mobile work order and timecard system.


• Basic knowledge of financial terms and principles.


• Ability to comprehend instructions and ask clarifying questions to ensure understanding.


• Works indoors and outdoors, in all-weather as necessary.


• Ability to self-direct while working alone or as part of a team.


• Willingness to help others to achieve overall company goals.


• Great decision-making skills with a goal-oriented organizational attitude.


• Strive to create a collaborative and unified environment with a positive mindset.


• Ability to effectively communicate written and orally with customers, vendors, and team members.


• Experience using the Microsoft Office Mobile Suite.

Work Hours & Employee Benefits

• This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position requiring participation in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned. The role requires availability to work beyond standard business hours based on operational needs. Overtime will be compensated in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and company policy.


• Time Off: Our Paid Time Off (PTO) system uses a 4-Tier-based program with a maximum annual amount of up to 20 days.


• Our team enjoys time off for team building events such as Rush Round-Up, a twice annual companywide event, and community service days such as volunteering for Habitat for Humanity.


• Investing in You: We offer competitive salaries, routine team member check-ins, performance reviews, ongoing training and development, educational assistance and tuition reimbursement.


• Our team is also given the opportunity to invest in Rush projects, through periodic investment offerings, an uncommon benefit in our industry.

Pre-Employment Screening Notice

This position is classified as safety sensitive. As such, all candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to undergo a background check and a drug screening that includes testing for Cannabis.

Please note: For non-safety-sensitive roles, our drug screening process does not include Cannabis, in alignment with Washington State law.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly Range: $39.00-$44.00 (DOE)


• Annual bonus potential of $6,500, paid quarterly, based on company and individual performance.


• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Insurance, HSA, FSA, Employee Assistance Program, Short Term Disability Insurance, 401 (k), 401 (k) Match. Other supplemental plans available upon request.


• PTO: 108 hours of paid time off (combined vacation and sick leave) per year.


• Paid Holidays: 8 paid company holidays annually.

For more information about The Rush Companies, go to: www.therushcompanies.com

Equal Opportunity & Drug-Free Employer

Disclaimer: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job duties and responsibilities.