Facilities Manager

FACILITIES MANAGER

Start Date: January/February 2026

Florida Studio Theatre, a LORT D regional theatre in Sarasota, FL seeks highly motivated and experienced Facilities Manager for its 5-theatre complex. This role will oversee maintenance of all facilities - 5 major commercial facilities and 16 residential facilities as well as play a major part in the planning for the construction of a new 8-story building.

Duties include:

• Responsible for the safety & cleanliness of all interior and exterior areas, including theatres, restaurant, offices, parking lots, etc.
• Oversee day to day operations of all facilities –managing all work orders, ensuring they are handled in a timely manner.
• Hire and Manage facility vendors and vendor contracts.
• Develop and execute a business continuity plan (how/where the business would resume quickly in the event of a facility failure).
• Oversee a team of 3-4 employees, delegating and supervising their work.

Requirements:

• At least 5 years hands-on experience with building and equipment maintenance required, including

- Proven experience as Facilities Manager or relevant position

- Well versed in technical engineering operations, facilities, and management best practices

- Knowledge of finance principals and budget management

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Good critical thinker

• Supervisory experience/strong leadership skills.
• Must be willing to be on-call evenings & weekends in the event of emergencies.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, climb ladders, etc.
• Verbal & written communication skills, organizational skills, and leadership skills
• Knowledge of and experience with HVAC, electrical, plumbing and mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of cleaning materials, methods & equipment.
• Knowledge of safety precautions.
• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of personalities from executives to outside contractors.
• Responsible for budget creation and management
• Knowledge of UpKeep is a plus.

Salary - $70,000-$85,000 annually, based on experience.

Benefits include: Health Insurance (option to add vision and dental), 401k (after one year of employment, with 25% employer match), paid vacation, paid parental leave, social security, Medicare, Medicaid, unemployment insurance, comp tickets to every show and restaurant discount.

Florida Studio Theatre is working towards becoming a more inclusive and accessible organization. FST is thus committed to developing a work environment that is reflective of the diverse world that it serves. Applicants from all populations and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Consideration for employment will be given to all applicants without regard to race/ethnicity, gender identity/sexual orientation, age or ability.

To apply, please fill out the form located here: https://www.cognitoforms.com/FloridaStudioTheatre1/FloridaStudioTheatreHiring

Florida Studio Theatre is a LORT D regional theatre and operates five stages: the 173 seat Keating Theatre, the 237 seat Gompertz Theatre, the 109 seat Goldstein Cabaret Theatre, the 110 seat John C. Court Cabaret Theatre and the 100 seat Bowne's Lab Theatre.

For more information, log onto our website at www.floridastudiotheatre.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Maintenance: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Sarasota, FL 34236 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sarasota, FL 34236: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person