Transit Facility Manager - Lead Maintenance & Projects

Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit Inc; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit Inc is seeking an experienced Facility Manager to lead maintenance, repair, and improvement of transit facilities and passenger amenities across TCAT infrastructure. You will oversee facility staff, coordinate with contractors, and ensure safety and reliability of critical systems.

The role requires hands-on leadership, project management, and a proven track record in commercial/industrial facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of commercial/industrial facility maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, security systems, and hydraulic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Direct maintenance, repair, and operations across TCAT facilities and infrastructure.
• Lead facility improvement projects from planning through completion.
• Oversee bus shelters, passenger amenities, and related infrastructure.
• Manage contracts, vendors, and service providers; ensure compliance with contracts and quality standards.
• Serve as primary on-call contact for facility emergencies and after-hours responses.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Supervisory experience

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Emergency response

Education

Facility Management degree or certification

Job description

Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit Inc is seeking an experienced Facility Manager to lead maintenance, repair, and improvement of transit facilities and passenger amenities across TCAT infrastructure. You will oversee facility staff, coordinate with contractors, and ensure safety and reliability of critical systems.

The role requires hands-on leadership, project management, and a proven track record in commercial/industrial facilities.