Facilities Leader

Overview

We empower smarter business operations by connecting equipment, software, and services to protect, control and optimize assets within electrical infrastructures. The business provides customers across various industries with end‑to‑end product and service solutions ensuring the reliability and protection of their electrical infrastructure. Our culture is one of quality and operational excellence fueled and supported by talented people, tools, processes, and expertise.

The Facilities Leader is responsible for overseeing all core facilities services (budgeting, compliance, reporting, and administrative functions), soft services (janitorial, security, landscaping, cafeteria, and employee experience deliverables), and hard services (technical maintenance, preventive maintenance, and equipment repairs). The role applies strong project management skills to plan, schedule, execute, and monitor projects, prepares specifications, cost estimates, and ensures work is completed with minimal disruption to site operations.

This role will be located at our Plano, TX HQ and report to the Global EHS & Sustainability Director.

• Create and execute maintenance plans for all facility building equipment, including scheduled, routine, and emergency maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies during maintenance activities, conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
• Manage and prioritize maintenance work orders, ensuring proper documentation and communication with relevant departments.
• Manage site access control and surveillance systems, fire and intrusion alarms, and emergency procedures to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Serve as the primary salvage and restoration lead for post‑incident site stabilization, directing the assessment and preservation of critical facility infrastructure and assets to minimize financial and operational loss.
• Lead all maintenance and service vendors/contractors for fire protection, plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation & air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance and other services to ensure the building operates effectively.
• Responsible for managing and meeting the OPEX budget for the facilities department.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements for reliability and efficiency.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
• Maintain an energy management program to ensure measures are taken to operate all systems in the most efficient manner to keep operating costs at a minimum.
• Ensure property inspections are completed and documented as required, and that all locations remain compliant with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
• Perform annual/as‑needed site inspections to determine the need for facility CAPEX improvements and/or renovations.
• Track and coordinate the scheduling and funding of capital projects in conjunction with the Manufacturing Excellence Director.
• Assist in the review of contracts for compliance for all contractors and third‑party vendors.
• Maintain and develop vendor relationships.
• Oversee the coordination of building space allocation and layout, communication services, and facilities modifications, expansions and new sites.
• Travel to domestic sites (5%).
• Perform any other reasonable duties as directed by line management.

• Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field with 3‑5 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management; or high school diploma or GED, an associate’s degree or technical certification in a related field with 8 years or more of experience in maintenance coordination, facilities management, or a related role and 3‑5 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
  
  Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing) and maintenance best practices. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams). Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and capital projects. Strong electrical safety experience.
• Desired Characteristics: Experience managing complex vendor contracts and service agreements. Experience implementing process automation initiatives that increased operational efficiency and reduced manual overhead. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with vendors, contractors, and other departments. Familiarity with OSHA or other regulatory standards related to maintenance and safety. Ability to collaborate with all levels in the organization. Familiarity with energy management and sustainability.
  
  Knowledge of basic accounting and finance principles.
• Certification in facility management or safety is a plus.