Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Tanque Verde Flea Market is seeking an experienced, dependable, and hands-on Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day operational success of the market.

This leadership position is responsible for coordinating facility operations, grounds maintenance, janitorial services, property upkeep, safety, staffing, and operational readiness . The Operations Manager will lead multiple teams while ensuring the market is clean, safe, properly maintained, and fully prepared for customers and sellers each market day.

We are looking for a leader who is comfortable balancing team management with hands-on problem solving. The ideal candidate is organized, mechanically inclined, safety-conscious, and willing to step in alongside the team when needed.

Full weekend availability is required.

What You’ll DoOperations & Facility Leadership

• Oversee daily operations related to facilities, grounds maintenance, janitorial services, and general property upkeep.
• Ensure the marketplace is operationally prepared, clean, safe, and ready to open for business.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance, repair, cleanliness, and safety needs.
• Prioritize operational projects and coordinate materials, staffing, assignments, and completion timelines.
• Partner with market leadership and the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor to ensure operational priorities are completed.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce unnecessary costs, and minimize reliance on outside repair services when work can safely and appropriately be completed internally.

Maintenance & Property Upkeep

• Troubleshoot and assist with repairs involving plumbing, electrical systems, refrigeration, HVAC equipment, concession equipment, food carts, restrooms, market equipment, and other facility needs.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and timely repair of market facilities, vehicles, carts, rides, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure team members have the tools, materials, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform their responsibilities.
• Maintain equipment in safe and operational condition and escalate significant repair needs when appropriate.

Team Leadership

• Directly supervise team members assigned to Grounds Maintenance, Janitorial, and Facilities operations.
• Schedule employees to maintain appropriate coverage based on market and operational needs.
• Assign daily responsibilities and monitor completion and quality of work.
• Train and coach employees on job responsibilities, equipment use, workplace safety, and operational expectations.
• Maintain accurate employee time records and support attendance and performance accountability.
• Lead by example and assist with operational work when business needs require it.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong culture of workplace safety across operational departments.
• Ensure employees follow established safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.
• Identify potential hazards and implement appropriate corrective or preventive measures.
• Ensure required daily inspections, task sheets, maintenance documentation, and ride inspection records are completed accurately and timely.
• Maintain organized records of required operational and safety documentation.

Market-Day Operations

• Monitor traffic flow, parking, property conditions, cleanliness, and other operational concerns during market hours.
• Recognize developing problems and take prompt action before they negatively affect sellers, customers, or employees.
• Use radios, phones, and other communication tools to coordinate teams and maintain efficient market operations.
• Respond quickly to unexpected operational or facility needs during busy market days.
• Support special events, projects, and other operational priorities as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous operations, facilities, maintenance, property management, or similar leadership experience.
• Previous experience supervising and developing employees.
• Strong working knowledge of general facility maintenance and repair.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot operational problems.
• Familiarity with basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, equipment, or general building maintenance strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with market leadership.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability and willingness to perform hands-on operational duties when necessary.
• Reliable attendance and full weekend availability required .

Full-Time Benefits & Perks

Tanque Verde Flea Market offers eligible full-time team members a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

Health & Financial Benefits

• Medical insurance with the company contributing up to 85% of the employee-only premium
• Dental insurance with 100% of the employee-only premium paid by the company
• Vision insurance with 100% of the employee-only premium paid by the company
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Employer HSA contributions for eligible medical plans
• Optional supplemental insurance and benefit programs

Time Off & Employee Perks

• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and personal time
• DailyPay access
• Discounted employee meals on market days
• Free on-site parking
• Employee referral program
• ADP employee discounts
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• Professional development and opportunities for career growth

Join the Tanque Verde Team

If you enjoy leading people, solving problems, improving operations, and being directly involved in keeping a large property running safely and efficiently, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today and help lead the day-to-day operations of Tanque Verde Flea Market.