Job Description

Facility Manager/Chief Building Engineer
Hornell, NY, United States of America
$80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Overview

Established in 1990, Owens Realty Services is a full-service commercial brokerage, investment, management, maintenance, housekeeping and environmental services company. Our comprehensive roster of services efficiently and economically manages the operation of sophisticated real estate investment portfolios, residential apartment and condominium complexes, government buildings, educational facilities, corporate campuses, high-profile venues and family entertainment parks in both the public and private sector. Owens Realty Services affiliates with significant industry associations to stay on the forefront of the development of new management models, marketing strategies, maintenance techniques and industry product lines. We integrate industry best practices to achieve the highest quality of service delivery for our clients. 

With an emphasis on customized management plans, our services result in maintaining the maximum life cycles for critical capital investments, a healthy and clean environment for all building tenants and visitors, as well as substantial cost savings. Owens Realty Services saves our clients, on average, approximately $1.00 per square foot in operational cost savings. 

Owens Realty Services portfolio includes over 25 million square feet of first class, high profile facilities in Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, and New York with a value of more than $8 billion in real estate net worth and $30 million in gross annual revenue. With over 1,000 industry professionals company-wide, our organization continues to experience extraordinary growth attributed to our overwhelming commitment and dedication to the absolute best and most innovative services in the industry.

Job Skills / Requirements

Salary
$80,000 - $90,000 depending on experience

Summary:  Responsible for maintaining an assigned property in a safe, efficient, attractive, and comfortable condition. This position will develop and execute maintenance functions and supervise work flow. Approximately 50% of time to be spent in supervisory and administrative functions, 50% of time to be spent on “hands-on” maintenance issues, leading a maintenance team. Responsible for managing time-keeping for direct reports, to ensure accuracy. Responsible for training team, and performance evaluations.
 
Duties:
  • Reports directly to the Owens VP of Facility Operations.
  • Maintains professional relationship with the Client Representative to ensure all assigned duties are communicated and discussed. Provide timely responses to the client.
  • Maintains relationships with other departments within Owens, such as HR, Accounting, Safety & Risk Management.
  • Responsible for preparation of monthly financial reports with narrative with regard to financial expenses, budget to actual, with explanation of variances.
  • Responsible for all maintenance, scheduling, work orders and other on-site activities.  
  • Maintains relationships with other staff members, building tenants, residents and vendors.
  • Directs the activities of the Maintenance Mechanics and Porters.
  • Maintains relationships with all contractors and contractors’ representatives working on the property.
  • Satisfies service requests per work orders, following company and owner procedures.
  • Schedules and coordinates ongoing maintenance of facility, including, preventative maintenance of the building’s air handlers, roof top exhaust fans, plumbing, electrical and related tasks as necessary to operate the facility at peak performance.
  • Completes daily inspection of the building and grounds to ensure proper functioning 
  • Involved with bidding out services for preventative maintenance as well as project work as required by the client. Issues Purchase Orders, approves invoices for payments, and responsible for strict adherence to operating budget.
  • Perform routine maintenance and inspections of grounds, buildings, structures, plumbing, electrical fixtures, appliances, HVAC equipment and other facility components.
  • Manages the approved budget for the property.   
  • Utilizing a CMMS system, assigns, monitors and updates the work order system as duties are completed. 
  • Maintains accurate records and documentation of work completed at the property.
  • Responsible for maintaining inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
  • Reports all needed repairs to Client.
  • Assists with other types of maintenance, when necessary.
  • Attends all instructional classes conducted by management.
 
 
Experience and/or Educational Requirements:
·         HS Diploma or GED required
·         10 Years’ Experience in the Facility Management & Maintenance field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
·         Prior Leadership experience required (professional and educational).
·         Proven teamwork, interpersonal, written and verbal skills.
·         Building Credentials, such as; CFM, RPA, S-12 License, S-13 License; HVAC certification
·         Background Check, Motor Vehicle Check, and Drug Screen required.
-         Must possess valid NY state driver's license.
 
 
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; push/pull equipment; use arm, leg and back muscles for their entire work shift; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects and tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb, stoop, kneel or crouch; talk or hear; and taste or smell.
 
The employee must routinely lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Additional Information / Benefits

Our employees experience a dynamic and rewarding place to work. We have a reputation for outstanding customer service, professionalism, teamwork, and exceeding client expectations. We consider the employees of Owens Realty Services and Owens Facility Services to be one of our most valuable resources. Our employees treat others in a friendly and courteous manner and have respect for other employees, tenants, visitors and our clients property.

We look for employees who will:

  • Strive for professional excellence in the performance of their jobs
  • Understand and support the company's direction
  • Provide superior service to our customers and employees
  • Be flexible, innovative, and responsible to change
  • Manage human and financial resources wisely
  • Be a team player, helping others to succeed
  • Encourage open communication throughout the company
  • Treat all individuals with dignity and respect
  • Have pride in and sell Owens Realty Services to others
  • Be energetic and excited about their field of work and of others around them
  • Be able to go above and beyond what is expected of them
  • Be involved and enveloped in the entire business of our company
Owens Realty Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, 401K with Employer Match


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This is a Full-Time position

Number of Openings for this position: 1