Facilities Manager, Corporate

ABOUT SLATE

At Slate, we’re building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them.

The Facilities Manager supports the Head of Facilities in the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and project execution across the company's corporate and satellite office portfolio. This role serves as the operational backbone of the facilities function — managing vendor relationships, coordinating maintenance activities, supporting office buildouts, and ensuring each location runs safely, efficiently, and to company standards. The Facilities Manager is a hands‑on problem solver who can balance routine operational demands with project coordination across multiple sites in Troy, MI;
Chicago, IL;
Phoenix, AZ;
Louisville, KY; and Los Angeles, CA, as well as future sales office locations.

Manage the daily operational needs of all corporate and satellite office facilities, serving as the primary point of escalation for facilities issues across all locations. Coordinate and oversee scheduled and reactive maintenance for building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, fire/life safety, and access control. Implement and maintain a preventive maintenance program, tracking work orders and service history through the facilities management system.

Conduct periodic walkthroughs and site inspections to assess facility conditions and identify maintenance, safety, or aesthetic issues requiring attention. Serve as the on‑site liaison with landlords and property management teams at leased locations, coordinating building services and escalating issues as appropriate.

Solicit bids, schedule, and supervise facilities service vendors including janitorial, landscaping, pest control, waste management, security, and general maintenance contractors. Monitor vendor performance against service‑level agreements and elevate deficiencies to the Director of Facilities. Process purchase orders, invoices, and work authorizations in coordination with Finance, ensuring proper documentation and budget coding.

Support the Director of Facilities in the planning and execution of office renovations, tenant improvements, and new sales office buildouts. Coordinate scheduling, access, and logistics for contractors and vendors during construction or improvement projects to minimize disruption to business operations. Track project milestones, document issues, and communicate status updates to the Director and relevant internal stakeholders.

Ensure all facilities maintain compliance with OSHA, ADA, fire codes, and applicable local and state regulations. Maintain up‑to‑date records of inspections, permits, certificates of occupancy, and safety‑related documentation for all locations. Conduct and coordinate regular safety drills, emergency preparedness activities, and workplace safety training in partnership with HR. Serve as a point of contact for facilities‑related emergency situations, coordinating response and communicating with appropriate parties.

Coordinate office moves, furniture reconfigurations, and workstation assignments in response to headcount and organizational changes. Manage relationships with office supply, furniture, and equipment vendors to support employee workspace needs. Respond promptly to employee facilities requests, ensuring a high standard of workplace experience across all locations. Support…