Federal Signal Corporation

Facilities Manager

Federal Signal Corporation$85K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associates degree or equivalent experience required; bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 3+ years of related work experience and training.
  • Experience managing facilities and equipment; Lean/Six Sigma experience preferred.
  • Strong mechanical problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily workflow, scheduling, and assignments in the maintenance department.
  • Train and direct maintenance technicians as needed.
  • Inspect and maintain assigned equipment and facilities.
  • Maintain records of warranties, licenses, inspections, and service agreements.
  • Conduct required testing of facility systems for compliance.
  • Identify and repair malfunctions in production facilities and equipment.
  • Prepare maintenance progress or status reports.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield with four options available.
  • Dental and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield and EyeMed.
  • Company-paid basic life insurance policy of $20,000.
  • Retirement savings plan with automatic 2% enrollment and 4% company match.
  • Eligible for paid time off (PTO) after 90 days of employment.
Full Job Description
As the Facilities Manager for OSW Equipment, you are responsible for, and supervises the maintenance, care, and efficient operation of all equipment and facilities used by the organization, in addition to driving cost reductions through preventive maintenance, equipment and process improvements in all aspects of the facility. If you are bright, highly motivated, and a team player we encourage you to apply!

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Oversees the daily workflow, scheduling, and assignments of the equipment and maintenance / facilities department.
  • Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.


Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Train and direct maintenance technicians when required.
  • Inspects and performs maintenance on assigned equipment and facilities.
  • Ensure assigned facilities and equipment are ready for regular business and special events.
  • Maintain files of warranties, records, licenses, inspections, service agreements, and contracts for various pieces of equipment.
  • Conduct all governmental required testing of facility systems
  • Utilize and maintain Preventive Maintenance programs and provide feedback on the avoidance of malfunctions in equipment.
  • Identify and repair malfunctions on production facility and equipment including (but not limited to) electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning.
  • Maintains the inventory, storage, and distribution of equipment.
  • Prepare equipment and facility maintenance progress or status reports.
  • Provides recommendations for purchases of new equipment.
  • Manage construction activities.
  • Conduct employee training programs.
  • Purchase materials, equipment, or other resources.
  • Oversee the planning, scheduling and prioritization of maintenance activities.
  • Complete administrative responsibilities accurately and on a timely basis.
  • Participate in requisition maintenance parts and supplies, providing recommendations for appropriate materials.
  • Work closely with production and management to identify and improve equipment and production processes / flow through process improvement activities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Basic understanding of or ability to quickly learn the equipment and facilities to be maintained.
  • Ability to maintain basic records and warranties.
  • Ability to understand written directions in manuals and on manufacturer websites.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software as required to complete and maintain records.
  • Strong mechanical problem-solving skills.
  • Works well independently and with others.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Organized with attention to detail.
  • Ability to self-motivate while working in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Education and Experience
  • Associates degree, or equivalent experience required, bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience managing the company's type of facilities, equipment, and events preferred.
  • 3+ or more years of related work experience and training, or a combination of higher education and experience.
  • Lean / Six Sigma methodology experience preferred

Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged periods standing and walking.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
  • Must be able to visually inspect machines.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities.
  • Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment.

Additional Job Information:
  • Wage Expectations: $85,000 - 100,000 annually
  • Pay: This is a exempt, salaried position and employees are paid on a bi-weekly basis
  • Typical Schedule: Four (4) Ten (10) hour days M-Th
  • Location: On Site - 20812 Broadway Ave; Snohomish, WA 98296
  • Travel: Very minimal to none


Benefits:

You will be eligible for coverage under OSW's Comprehensive Benefits Program, beginning on the first of the month following your start date.
  • Medical: Choice of four benefit levels offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Dental: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Vision: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield and EyeMed/Insight Network
  • Basic Life Insurance Policy of $20,000, paid for by company
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Retirement Savings Plan: Offered through Vanguard. Automatically enrolled at 2% of Annual Salary, can be updated at any time. Company match up to 4%
  • Benefit enrollment information will be provided within your first few weeks of employment. Enrollment must be completed by the last business day of the month prior to the employee's first day of eligibility coverage.
  • Upon the Completion of 90 days employees are eligible for:
    • PTO
    • 9 Paid Holidays

About Federal Signal Corporation

Federal Signal Corporation is a global corporation with about 3200 employees located in Oak Brook, Illinois. Federal Signal designs, develops, and manufactures security systems, fire rescue products, street sweepers, and industrial vacuums. The company operates in two segments: Environmental Solutions Group and Safety and Security Systems Group. The Environmental Solutions Group segment manufactures and supplies a range of street sweepers, vacuum trucks, and other specialty vehicles. The Safety and Security Systems Group segment offers systems and products for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, and industrial communications.
Learn more about Federal Signal Corporation
Size
3,900 employees
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$96.2 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+11.4%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
NASDAQ

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