Facilities Manager, Operations

Position Title: Facilities Manager

Organization: Jewish Family Service of San Diego

Department: Operations & Organizational Capacity

Position Type: Full-Time (37.5+ hours/week), Exempt

Work Setting: Fully Onsite

Reports To: Director of Operations

Pay Range: $71k to $78k/ year

Total Compensation:

In addition to standard pay, compensation for this position includes:

• Comprehensive, low-cost healthcare coverage for employees
• Generous employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer-covered life insurance

Time Away from Work:

Being able to take time away from work is critical in bringing your best self to work. Time off benefits for this position include:

• Paid vacation time and sick leave
• 15 paid holidays, including Federal and Jewish holidays (as long as the holiday lands on a normal scheduled work day), and floating holidays
• 2 Wellness Days to be taken any time during the year to support employees’ mental wellness

Position Overview:

The Facilities Manager plays a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all JFS facilities. This position provides advanced technical support and leadership, using strong organizational, troubleshooting, and facility maintenance skills to support agency-wide operations. The role oversees vendors, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance, supports physical security implementation, and contributes to special projects and capital improvements. The Facilities Manager works under the Director of Operations and collaborates closely with the Facilities Coordinator, Senior Facilities Project Manager, Director of Safety, Security, and Facilities Operations, and the Business Services team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage vendor relationships, oversee contract performance, and ensure high-quality service delivery and compliance
• Lead and coordinate daily preventive and corrective maintenance across all JFS facilities, including Safe Parking Program locations, the Mission Gorge property, the affordable housing complex, and future sites as they come online, covering mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and related building systems
• Respond to and prioritize facility service requests from staff, such as furniture moves, vendor access, and deliveries
• Oversee building systems procedures, including fire alarms, HVAC systems, and building security alarms, ensuring proper functioning and documentation
• Coordinate with the Director of Safety, Security and Facilities Operations to implement and maintain physical security measures
• Assist with and help oversee special projects, including capital improvements, renovations, and facility upgrades
• Support compliance with Cal/OSHA requirements and maintain up-to-date Cal/OSHA safety training certification
• Provide facilities support for onsite and offsite events, including setup, breakdown, and logistical coordination
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment issues, and facility concerns to the supervisor promptly
• Respond to emergency situations quickly and effectively, including after-hours and weekend emergencies when required
• Perform additional duties, assignments, or projects as needed

Skills/Experience/Abilities That Are a Must-Have:

• Valid California driver’s license
• Minimum of 5 years of building maintenance experience, including general repairs and facility upkeep
• Experience overseeing projects and coordinating or guiding team members
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in key trades, including electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, painting, carpet care, and appliance repair
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate Microsoft Word and Outlook 360

Skills/Abilities We’d Like You to Have:

• Understanding of government permitting processes (preferred)
• Advanced project management skills (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to stand, walk, lift, twist, and bend on a frequent basis, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to operate vehicles, tools, and equipment necessary to complete assignments

Important Notice:

Please submit your resume and cover letter on your application.

Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Please, no phone calls. Please, principals only. Please, local candidates only (relocation is not provided).

About Jewish Family Service of San Diego
Jewish Family Service of San Diego is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, more resilient community. For over 100 years, Jewish Family Service has been a trusted resource for the entire community, offering an array of services that are always life-changing, and often life-saving. At Jewish Family Service, we believe our employees are the backbone of our Agency. We strive to ensure that each employee is treated with dignity and respect. Our goal is your success. Come work at JFS and be our partner in Moving Forward Together. To learn more about JFS, please visit jfssd.org.

• Jewish Family Service is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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