Harbor Freight Tools

Corporate Facilities Site Lead

Harbor Freight Tools$87K — $131K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-year associate's degree or vocational certification required; 4-year bachelor's degree preferred
  • 6-8 years of facilities maintenance experience; vendor management expertise essential
  • Advanced knowledge of building systems: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical systems
  • Experience with CMMS platforms for maintenance management and reporting
  • Understanding of safety compliance and standards (OSHA, NEC)
  • Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead on-site facilities operations for two corporate locations.
  • Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs of building systems as needed.
  • Ensure facilities maintain operational readiness and cleanliness at all times.
  • Manage vendor and contractor coordination for service and maintenance needs.
  • Oversee adherence to safety standards and manage risk compliance effectively.
  • Track and manage facility-related budgeting and spending for improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate site conditions and project updates.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for associates and families.
  • 401k plan with company contribution options available.
  • Paid time off accrued up to 236 hours annually, including holidays.
  • Paid sick leave with up to 80 hours per year.
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Corporate Facilities Site Lead is the primary on-site facilities professional responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of up to two corporate facilities within the South Carolina market. This hands-on leadership role combines technical maintenance expertise, vendor management, budgeting, and operational ownership to support business continuity and workplace excellence.

Serving as the dedicated on-site Facilities resource, this position partners closely with a centralized multi-state Facilities team to ensure alignment with corporate standards, systems, strategic initiatives, and escalation processes. The position reports directly to the Corporate Facilities Manager.

Success in this role requires the ability to balance independent decision-making, vendor coordination, and hands-on technical execution while maintaining facility performance, supporting business operations, and driving continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Facility Operations & Maintenance
  • Serve as the primary on-site facilities contact for assigned locations.
  • Perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of building systems
  • Ensure facility uptime, operational readiness, cleanliness, and overall site functionality.
  • Respond to facility emergencies, equipment failures, and critical facility issues.
2. Vendor & Contractor Management
  • Coordinate vendors, contractors, and service providers across assigned sites
  • Oversee work quality, safety compliance, and scope execution
  • Support landlord and property management coordination compliant to lease obligations
3. Work Order, CMMS & Administrative Management
  • Manage work orders, maintenance requests, and service prioritization
  • Maintain accurate CMMS records, reporting, and facility documentation
  • Process purchase orders, invoices, and supporting administrative tasks
  • Comply with corporate SOP's, reporting standards and internal controls
4. Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
  • Maintain OSHA, safety, and regulatory compliance standards
  • Conduct inspections and support risk mitigation efforts
  • Escalate operational risks and critical facility concerns
5. Budgeting & Financial Oversight
  • Manage CapEx and OpEx facility-related spending
  • Track bids, invoices, accruals, and cost reporting
  • Identify cost-control and operational efficiency opportunities
6. Team Collaboration & Communication
  • Partner with Corporate Facilities and cross-functional teams
  • Provide updates on site conditions, priorities, and project status
  • Support process improvements, special projects, and additional duties as needed
Scope
  • Staff supervision and development: No
  • Decision making:
    • Staff supervision and development: No direct reports; provides day-to-day direction of vendors and contractors, informal leadership and vendor oversight
  • Decision making: Yes - Site-level operational decisions related to maintenance, vendors, and facility reliability; escalates capital and strategic decisions
  • Travel: Up to 25%
  • Flex Designation: In Office
The anticipated salary range for this position is $87,600 - $131,500 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.

Requirements

Education and Experience
Education Requirements
  • Minimum: 2 Year / Associate's Degree or vocational school certification
  • Preferred: 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Years of Experience
  • 6-8+ years of progressive facilities maintenance or building operations experience, including responsibility for vendor management, troubleshooting, and independent site support
  • Strong working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression)
Skills
  • Advanced knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BMS, and fire/life safety systems.
  • Strong experience using CMMS platforms for work orders, asset tracking, preventive maintenance, and reporting.
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and automated building systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Experience with preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance practices.
  • Strong vendor, contractor, and service provider coordination skills.
  • Solid understanding of safety standards and compliance requirements, including Lockout/Tagout, Arc Flash, and NEC guidelines.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and standard business software applications.
  • Ability to safely operate standard hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
  • Exposure to PLC systems, industrial controls, or automated equipment.
  • Ability to use standard hand and power tools safely and effectively
  • Regular on-site attendance is required to support daily facility operations, maintenance, vendor coordination, and site readiness across assigned locations
  • Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Electrical, HVAC, or related skilled trade license/certification.
  • Forklift, aerial lift, or scissor lift certification.
  • OSHA training or certification (OSHA 10/30 preferred).
Physical Requirements
Corporate Facilities -
  • Standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching heights on an intermittent basis for up to eight hours per day.
  • Maintain industrial machines, moving furniture and equipment, and extensive use of hand and power tools.
  • Hand manipulation including simple grasping, power grasping, pushing and pulling of materials, and fine manipulation.
  • Reach and work above and below the shoulder level is frequently performed on a continuous basis for as many as five hours a day.
  • Lift and carry items weighing 25-75lbs or less on a frequent basis throughout the day or work week.
  • Drive automobiles, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
  • Work with hazardous machinery and power tools on a regular basis.
  • Perform tasks while using a ladder up to fifteen feet in elevation above floor surface.
Safety
Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

About Harbor Freight Tools

Harbor Freight Tools is a privately held discount tool and equipment retailer headquartered in Calabasas, California. The company was founded in 1977 by Eric Smidt and has grown to become one of the largest tool and equipment retailers in the United States. Harbor Freight Tools offers a wide range of products, including hand tools, power tools, automotive tools, generators, air compressors, and welding equipment. The company operates over 1,000 stores across the United States and employs over 20,000 people.
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20,000 employees
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Founded
1977

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