Facilities Maintenance & Safety Manager

Full-time Salaried, Exempt

Reports to:

CEOSupports: APAA Company

Alaska Premier Auctions & Appraisals (APAA) is a locally grown, Alaskan-owned small business committed to excellence in auction services. We connect people to meaningful items, antique treasures, historical artifacts, fine art, vehicles, equipment, firearms, jewelry, and everyday collectibles, and bring their stories to light through our expertise, professionalism, and care.

We're proud to have been named one of the 2025 Best Workplaces in Alaska by the Alaska Journal of Commerce. This recognition reflects our commitment to safety, integrity, teamwork, and operational excellence.

At APAA, you'll join a collaborative, hands‑on team that values accountability, preparedness, continuous improvement, and leadership. If you enjoy solving problems, leading by example, and helping maintain a safe and efficient workplace, we'd love to hear from you.

The Facilities Maintenance & Safety Manager oversees APAA's buildings, grounds, vehicles, and equipment, as well as the workplace safety program, to ensure a safe, compliant, functional, and well‑maintained work environment. This position leads facility operations, preventative maintenance, safety compliance, emergency preparedness, vendor coordination, and infrastructure planning while managing the Facilities Department and supporting operational excellence across the organization.

• Oversee the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and appearance of all company facilities, grounds, warehouse, and yard.
• Plan, prioritize, and manage preventative maintenance programs for buildings, equipment, and facility systems.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance; complete repairs or coordinate with qualified vendors as needed.
• Prepare facilities for seasonal conditions, including snow and ice removal, lawn care, weather‑related maintenance, and execution of the company's Snow Mitigation Plan.
• Oversee routine maintenance, inspections, licensing coordination, and service scheduling for company vehicles and equipment.
• Monitor the cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness of all interior and exterior spaces.
• Coordinate facility improvement projects and assist leadership with long‑term facility planning and budgeting.
• Ensure proper workplace security through coordination of locks, access control, alarm systems, surveillance equipment, and security vendors.

• Administer and continuously improve APAA's Health & Safety Program.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and workplace safety standards.
• Conduct routine safety inspections of facilities, warehouse operations, equipment, vehicles, and outdoor work areas.
• Identify, document, and coordinate correction of workplace hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain safety inspection records, corrective action logs, and compliance documentation.
• Maintain the company's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) program and Hazard Communication requirements.
• Oversee the company‑wide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) program, ensuring equipment is available, maintained, and properly utilized.
• Coordinate new hire safety orientations, annual safety training, toolbox talks, and refresher training.
• Ensure fire extinguishers, first aid kits, eyewash stations, emergency exits, safety signage, and other emergency equipment remain compliant, accessible, and inspection‑ready.
• Conduct periodic safety audits and recommend continuous improvements to workplace safety practices.
• Coordinate contractor and vendor safety requirements while work is being performed on company property.

• Supervise Facilities Department staff, providing leadership, coaching, scheduling, and performance oversight.
• Assign, prioritize, and monitor daily maintenance, repair, and safety‑related work assignments.
• Coordinate and oversee third‑party contractors and vendors performing work on company property.
• Prepare maintenance, safety, facility, and operational reports for leadership.
• Monitor department budgets, recommend capital improvements, and…