Manager, Facility Maintenance

Who We Are:
Minnesota United FC (MNUFC) is a professional soccer club competing in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier of soccer in North America. As a club driven by passion and community, we operate under the oversight of the U.S. Soccer Federation, a member of FIFA. Our headquarters are in Golden Valley, MN, with soccer operations based at the MNUFC Training Center in Blaine. On matchdays, we call Allianz Field in St. Paul home—one of the premier soccer-specific stadiums in the country.

Position:
The Manager of Facility Maintenance is part of the Stadium Operations Department for Minnesota United FC (MNUFC), a sports business located in the Twins Cities area of Minnesota and a member of Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier soccer league in North America.

Position Summary:
Minnesota United FC is looking for a Manager of Facility Maintenance. This role will provide hands on mechanical aptitude to ensure safe and efficient building maintenance practices are being followed at Allianz Field. While collaborating with other departments and stakeholders, this position will manage the maintenance department in all maintenance activities before, during, and after stadium events. Leading the response to breakdowns and repairs of building systems, along with daily responsibilities related to the preventative maintenance and oversight of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, life safety and building automation systems.

This is a full-time position based at Allianz Field in St. Paul, MN, reporting to the Vice President, Facility Operations.

Why You’ll Love It Here:
At Minnesota United, we believe our people matter — and that includes the people who keep our Club running behind the scenes. In this role, your impact will ripple far and wide — from the players in the locker room, to the fans in the stands, to every staff member who counts on a safe and reliable place to work.

We lead with empathy, sweat the details, and show up for each other day in and day out. If you take pride in a building that works as hard as the people in it, thrive on solving problems before they happen, and find fulfillment in resolving issues, we’d love to welcome you to the team.

What You’ll Do:

• Execute troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing systems.
• Manage the preventative maintenance and repair program to ensure building machinery and systems meet or exceed their expected useful life.
• Prioritize in-bound service requests within the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and identifying capabilities of in-house staff as well as the need for third-party contractors.
• Complete work order and preventative maintenance requests from the CMMS in a timely and efficient manner by hands-on troubleshooting and repairing issues.
• Assures Company complies with city, state and federal safety and environmental laws, codes, standards and regulations.
• Manage and monitor building automation systems to ensure proper start and end timing, set point ranges, settings, and comfort levels are met for all guests, staff, and players.
• Monitor and track utility usage within Energy Star Portfolio Manager
• Utilize part-time staff as needed for facility and preventative maintenance needs.
• Maintain proper documentation within the CMMS related to completing tasks, work order progress, inventory of supplies and equipment, and expenses related to work on building infrastructure and equipment.
• Use of hand & power tools to troubleshoot, repair, install, operate, and perform preventative maintenance on a wide range of mechanical systems and equipment.
• At times, perform physically demanding labor that may include standing, climbing and maneuvering for long periods of time.
• Proactively seek to exceed world class standards across facilities through needs such as patch, paint, lighting replacements, repairs to doors, windows, drywall, etc.
• Assist with managing projects and contractors for work related to major building systems.
• Maintain accurate records, schedules, and documentation related to MEP equipment, fire safety, and other building systems.
• Manage and develop other Full Time Facility Maintenance staff members.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience within a facility maintenance setting preferred, including an in-depth knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing components, systems and equipment in a commercial facility.
• Holding a Minnesota First-Class engineer, Grade C boiler license or above is preferred.
• Comprehension of basic MEP, and carpentry trades.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and procedures.
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to accomplish goals under strict timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to independently seek proactive solutions to problems and situations before and/or after they arise.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines at once.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Calendar.
• Previous building automation experience is preferred.
• Provide support and assistance as needed at other MNUFC related facilities.
• Any additional relevant certification will be considered an advantage (HVAC, CMRP etc.).
• Ability to lift and/or carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
• Fundamental knowledge of ADA and OSHA regulations; uniform building codes; standard practices, materials and processes of the electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting trades; hazard communication laws.

Compensation and Benefits:
Minnesota United FC values the contributions of our team members and is committed to transparency in our compensation practices. The compensation range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 annually, with the final offer based on experience and qualifications. We provide a competitive benefits package that includes health coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and additional perks to support you both personally and professionally.

MNUFC is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.