Facilities & Maintenance Manager (Multi-Site Operations) - Dallas, TX

Job Highlights
Make a Splash in a Mission-Driven Organization

At Emler Swim & Gym, we’re on a mission to save lives by teaching children to swim—and we’re growing. We’re looking for a Facilities Manager to lead maintenance operations across multiple locations, ensuring our schools are safe, high-performing, and always ready to deliver exceptional experiences to families. This is a high-impact role for a leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, and team leadership.

• Facilities operate safely and efficiently with minimal downtime
• Maintenance issues are resolved proactively—not reactively
• Strong vendor partnerships delivering quality and cost control
• Scalable systems that support Emler’s continued growth

As Facilities Manager, you will own the performance, reliability, and scalability of maintenance operations across our swim schools:

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and develop maintenance coordinators and team members
• Build scalable processes, standards, and preventive maintenance programs
• Partner with Operations and Construction on facility planning and capital projects

Operations & Execution

• Oversee all facility systems: pools, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building infrastructure
• Ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues with minimal disruption to operations
• Implement systems to track maintenance activity, trends, and performance

Vendor & Budget Management

• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance
• Negotiate cost-effective service agreements
• Develop and manage annual maintenance budgets and forecasts

Continuous Improvement

• Use data and reporting to anticipate needs and drive proactive planning
• Standardize best practices across all locations
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards

Experience:

• 5+ years in facilities, maintenance, or construction management
• 2+ years of leadership experience
• Experience managing multi-site operations (strongly preferred)
• Knowledge of HVAC, pool systems, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills
• Proven ability to build systems, processes, and scalable solutions
• High ownership mindset with strong prioritization and decision-making skills

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Mission-driven, people-first culture
• Growing, multi-state organization with career advancement opportunities
• High visibility role partnering with operations and construction leadership
• Opportunity to build scalable systems and influence long-term facility strategy

• Combination of office, on-site facility, and pool environments
• Hybrid flexibility based on business needs
• Full-time schedule with occasional evenings/weekends as needed

• Regular travel to local and regional locations
• Occasional out-of-state travel