Facilities Maintenance Manager

Company: Aerotek
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Manager Job Description We are seeking a highly experienced and technically skilled Facilities Maintenance Manager to oversee facilities operations across two warehouse and distribution centers, totaling 200,000 square feet. This role is responsible for 24/7 coverage and leads a team to maintain all critical infrastructure in support of food distribution and cold storage operations. The Facilities Maintenance Manager ensures compliance, safety, and uptime of all facility systems, and manages both internal technicians and external contractors. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety systems, solar energy, Building Management Systems (BMS), sprinkler systems, and general warehouse maintenance. Responsibilities Provide leadership and day-to-day management of facilities operations across DC and VA facilities, requiring commuting. Ensure 24-hour coverage through staffing plans, on-call schedules, and emergency protocols. Oversee all warehouse systems including Building Management Systems (BMS) for HVAC, lighting, and mechanical controls, sprinkler systems, backup generators, elevators, security systems, and cold storage infrastructure. Develop and maintain a robust Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedule using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and perform corrective repairs. Lead facility audits and inspections to ensure optimal performance and compliance. Maintain facility compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA, NFPA, ADA, and AIB. Ensure up-to-date records of inspections, testing, permits, and safety logs. Lead, train, and develop a facilities maintenance team, ensuring strong communication, accountability, and performance. Manage external vendors and contractors for specialized services. Oversee janitorial, lawn care, snow removal, and parking lot maintenance. Develop and manage the annual facilities maintenance budget, including planning for capital improvement projects. Track spending and identify cost savings through vendor negotiations, energy management, and lifecycle planning. Support long-term facilities planning, including expansion, renovations, and system upgrades. Essential Skills Minimum 7 years of experience in facilities or maintenance management in a warehouse, manufacturing, or food distribution environment. In-depth technical knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical systems, fire/life safety, sprinklers, and alarm systems. Experience managing 24/7 facility operations and multi-site responsibilities. Proficient in CMMS and Microsoft Office applications. Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and project management skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field. Professional certifications such as CFM, BOC, EPA Universal HVAC Certification. Experiance in regulated environments (FDA, USDA, food-grade warehouses). Familiarity with LEAN or 5S facility practices. Why Work Here? Enjoy great benefits while working for a non-profit organization. Be part of a team that values work-life balance and offers opportunities for professional growth. Work Environment Manage two facilities located in Lorton, VA and Washington, DC, including warehouse and refrigeration environments. This role involves hands-on leadership in a dynamic and challenging setting. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Washington D.C., DC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $83818.00 - $93678.00/yr. health, medical, vision, pto competitive compensation and benefits, free onsite parking, complimentary shuttle to metro, professional development, growth, and volunteer opportunities, fun work in a diverse environment. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Washington D.C.,DC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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