Facilities Maintenance Manager

Job Description:

Facilities Maintenance Manager

Job Type: Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Director of Operations

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Facilities Maintenance Manager to lead all aspects of facility and equipment maintenance at our Baltimore industrial laundry plant. This hybrid role blends strategic oversight with hands‑on technical expertise, ensuring optimal equipment performance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The Manager will supervise the maintenance team, drive capital projects, and directly support complex repairs and upgrades to washers, dryers, boilers, conveyors, and building systems.

• Oversee daily maintenance operations across all equipment, systems, and facilities
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repairs on washers, dryers, conveyors, boilers, HVAC units, and building infrastructure
• Lead and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and extend asset life
• Conduct boiler chemical testing and adjust treatments to meet performance benchmarks
• Execute welding and fabrication tasks (MIG, TIG, ARC, brazing) as needed
• Maintain a safe, organized, and fully stocked maintenance workspace

• Develop and implement long‑term maintenance strategies aligned with reliability, safety, and cost‑efficiency goals
• Lead capital expenditure (Cap Ex) projects including equipment upgrades and facility improvements
• Use KPIs (e.g., MTBF, OEE, uptime) to guide performance improvements
• Champion CMMS implementation and digital maintenance practices
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to drive process optimization

• Manage the maintenance department’s annual budget, including labor, materials, and capital projects
• Oversee spare parts inventory to balance cost and availability
• Coordinate major repairs, overhauls, and asset replacements
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to align maintenance with operational needs

• Assign tasks, manage scheduling, and oversee daily workflow of maintenance staff
• Provide hands‑on training, mentorship, and technical guidance to junior technicians
• Conduct performance reviews and foster a culture of safety and continuous learning
• Partner with Plant Manager on team development and strategic planning

• Ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and internal safety protocols including lockout/tagout and hazard communication
• Support audits and inspections with thorough documentation and staff training
• Maintain building systems including lighting, plumbing, drywall, and painting

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Diagnostic tools, PLCs, and building automation systems
• Blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals

• Equipment uptime and reliability
• Preventive maintenance schedule adherence
• Safety compliance and incident reduction
• Team performance and mentorship effectiveness
• Accuracy of documentation and work order completion

• 5–10 years of industrial maintenance experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Strong proficiency in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Hands‑on experience with boilers, welding, and industrial water chemistry
• Proven ability to manage budgets, inventory, and documentation
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and time management skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or equivalent experience
• HVAC and welding certifications
• 3rd Grade Stationary Engineer License (active)
• Familiarity with predictive maintenance tools and lean principles

• Maintain active certifications and complete continuing education as needed
• Company‑sponsored training available for advanced technical development

• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods while performing inspections, repairs, and installations
• Capable of lifting, carrying, and maneuvering…