Lead Facilities Manager

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 42,705 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Northern Division Headquarters in Roseville, MN seeks a Lead Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance, repairs, and improvements across Twin Cities properties. The role ensures safe, efficient operations with technical leadership for building systems and contractors.

Salary is hourly, with options for advancement; the position requires on-site work, a Minnesota boiler license or ability to obtain one, and travel within the division. Remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade school preferred.
• Minimum five years of commercial building maintenance experience, including HVAC, boilers, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Must possess Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler License or obtain within 120 days.
• Valid driver's license and DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate preventative, routine, corrective, and emergency maintenance across Twin Cities Salvation Army facilities.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and support HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems while completing work orders.
• Coordinate repairs and improvements, oversee contractors and vendors, monitor project progress and communicate with site leadership and the Divisional Property Manager.
• Maintain preventative maintenance programs and boiler logs, support licensing, inspections, and equipment lifecycle planning.
• Provide technical guidance and training to site maintenance staff; promote safe work practices and maintain maintenance standards.
• Identify hazards and support compliance with codes, OSHA requirements, and organizational policies.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical systems

Boiler systems

Carpentry

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler License

Job description

Position Summary

The Salvation Army Northern Division Headquarters (DHQ) in Roseville, MN, is committed to “Doing the Most Good” by supporting worship, housing, and service centers, and addressing community needs across Minnesota and North Dakota.

Position Summary

The Salvation Army Northern Division Headquarters (DHQ) in Roseville, MN, is committed to “Doing the Most Good” by supporting worship, housing, and service centers, and addressing community needs across Minnesota and North Dakota.

The Lead Facilities Manager is responsible for coordinating facilities maintenance, repair, and improvement projects across Twin Cities Salvation Army properties. The position provides technical leadership for commercial building systems, supports site-based maintenance staff, oversees contractors and projects, and assists the Divisional Property Manager in maintaining safe, efficient, and well-maintained facilities.

$31.54 - $35.58 per hour, 40 hours per week

2445 Prior Avenue North, Roseville MN 55113

Essential Functions (Approximate Time Spent)

All work is performed within the scope of applicable training, licensure, and safety regulations.

• Facilities Maintenance & Technical Support (35%): Perform and coordinate preventative, routine, corrective, and emergency maintenance across Twin Cities Salvation Army facilities. Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and support HVAC (including boilers and controls), electrical, plumbing, carpentry, vehicles, grounds, and other building systems while completing assigned work orders.
• Project Management & Contractor Coordination (20%): Evaluate facility needs, develop project recommendations, coordinate repairs and improvements, oversee contractors and vendors, monitor project progress, and communicate with site leadership and the Divisional Property Manager.
• Preventative Maintenance & Asset Management (15%): Maintain preventative maintenance programs, inspect and monitor building systems, maintain required records and boiler logs, and support licensing, inspections, and equipment lifecycle planning.
• Technical Leadership & Staff Support (15%): Provide technical guidance, training, and functional oversight to site maintenance staff. Assist with complex troubleshooting, promote safe work practices, and support consistent maintenance standards throughout the Division.
• Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance (10%): Promote safe facility operations by identifying hazards, supporting compliance with applicable codes, OSHA requirements, and organizational policies, and recommending improvements that protect Salvation Army facilities and occupants.
• Divisional Property Support (5%): Support the Divisional Property Manager through facility assessments, technical recommendations, project planning, contractor coordination, and other property management initiatives.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.
• Five or more years of commercial building maintenance experience, including HVAC, boilers, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Must possess a Minnesota Special Engineer Boiler License or obtain one within 120 days of employment. The Salvation Army supports continued boiler licensure advancement to meet organizational needs.
• Valid driver's license, acceptable MVR, and DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (or ability to obtain within 90 days).
• Must pass background checks.

Competencies

• Working knowledge of commercial building systems and maintenance practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient with computers and standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

• Perform the physical requirements of the position, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and facility conditions.
• Position is not eligible for remote work.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and training to site maintenance staff; no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Driving/Travel Requirements

• Frequent travel throughout the Twin Cities with occasional travel throughout the Northern Division using Salvation Army vehicles.

Other Duties

• All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree to support its mission as employees.
• This job description is not all-inclusive and is intended to outline primary responsibilities of the position. The supervisor may assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.