Facilities Operations & Reliability Manager

METRO; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

METRO is seeking a seasoned Facilities Maintenance Leader to plan, organize, direct, and continually improve maintenance, cleanliness, safety, reliability, and cost efficiency across Metro-owned facilities. You will manage preventive and corrective programs, asset condition, contracts, and budgets, while guiding a team to ensure safe, dependable transit operations.

The role emphasizes leading PM programs, KPI tracking, vendor management, and collaboration with multiple departments to sustain

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Experience leading maintenance programs and teams in a complex facility environment.
• Knowledge of PM and work-order systems; ability to develop KPIs and monitor performance.
• Familiarity with safety, regulatory compliance, and cost control in facilities management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and improve facility maintenance and operations.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance, budgets, and staffing.
• Oversee contractors, vendors, and service agreements to meet quality and safety standards.
• Develop long-range maintenance plans and capital improvement projects.
• Prepare reports and analyze maintenance data to drive improvements.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Facilities Management or related field

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

METRO is seeking a seasoned Facilities Maintenance Leader to plan, organize, direct, and continually improve maintenance, cleanliness, safety, reliability, and cost efficiency across Metro-owned facilities. You will manage preventive and corrective programs, asset condition, contracts, and budgets, while guiding a team to ensure safe, dependable transit operations.

The role emphasizes leading PM programs, KPI tracking, vendor management, and collaboration with multiple departments to sustain