Head of Facilities (Full-Time)

Job Description
Location: Rosemead, CA
Compensation: $100,000 - $110,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Make an Impact Beyond Facilities
Are you a hands-on Facilities Manager who enjoys leading teams, solving challenges, and taking ownership of large-scale facilities operations? Do you thrive in environments where your work directly supports a meaningful mission?
Join an award-winning nonprofit organization that has been serving children, families, and communities. This organization provides critical services that heal, educate, and empower those who need them most. As their Facilities Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring their facilities remain safe, functional, welcoming, and well-maintained for the thousands of individuals they serve.
This is not a desk-only management role. We're seeking a true facilities leader who is willing to roll up their sleeves, work alongside their team when needed, and bring strong facilities expertise across multiple trades and building systems.
Position Overview
The Facilities Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, safety, housekeeping, and overall physical condition of multiple facilities across Los Angeles County. This individual will lead facilities and housekeeping staff, manage vendors and contractors, support facilities improvement projects, and ensure all facilities operate efficiently and safely.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing large campuses, multiple facilities, preventative maintenance programs, and facilities teams while maintaining a hands-on approach to leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities Leadership & Operations
Direct all facilities operations, maintenance activities, and building services across multiple facilities.
Lead and mentor Facilities Associates and Housekeeping staff.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and excellent facilities service.
Ensure facilities remain clean, safe, functional, and compliant at all times.
Assist with oversight of additional organizational properties as assigned.
Facilities Maintenance & Building Systems
Oversee preventative maintenance programs for all facilities and equipment.
Manage repairs and maintenance involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, landscaping, and structural systems.
Conduct routine facilities inspections and identify opportunities for improvement.
Troubleshoot facilities issues and coordinate timely resolutions.
Serve as a hands-on facilities resource during critical maintenance needs or emergencies.
Projects & Capital Improvements
Manage facilities improvement projects, renovations, and construction activities.
Coordinate contractors, vendors, and service providers.
Monitor project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Support long-term facilities planning and capital improvements.
Compliance & Safety
Ensure facilities compliance with OSHA, local regulations, safety standards, and agency requirements.
Develop and maintain facilities safety programs and emergency preparedness plans.
Conduct facilities audits and inspections.
Maintain documentation related to facilities operations, repairs, maintenance, and compliance activities.
Budget & Vendor Management
Manage facilities budgets and operational expenses.
Oversee vendor contracts, procurement activities, and service agreements.
Evaluate vendor performance and negotiate services when appropriate.
Track facilities expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Qualifications Required
Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in facilities management, building maintenance, or facilities operations.
Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing facilities teams.
Experience overseeing multiple facilities, campuses, or properties.
Strong working knowledge of facilities maintenance trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical systems, and general building maintenance.
Experience with facilities budgeting, procurement, vendor management, and contract administration.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role and actively support facilities operations when needed.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Relevant facilities certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
OSHA 30-Hour Certification or other facilities, safety, or construction-related certifications.
Experience in nonprofit, education, healthcare, residential, campus, social services, or community-based environments.
Experience managing large-scale facilities and extensive equipment inventories.
What We're Looking For
This role is ideal for a hands-on Facilities Manager who:
Leads by example and works alongside their facilities team when needed.
Understands the technical side of facilities management and building systems.
Has experience managing facilities across large campuses or multiple sites.
Can balance strategic planning with day-to-day facilities operations.
Takes pride in maintaining high-quality facilities that support staff, families, and the community.
Remains calm and responsive during facilities emergencies or urgent maintenance situations.
Schedule & Flexibility

This is a full-time position. Because facilities operations run beyond standard business hours, candidates must be flexible and available to respond to occasional after-hours, weekend, or emergency facilities situations when necessary.
Why Apply?
Competitive salary of $100,000-$110,000
Direct hire opportunity
Leadership role with significant impact
Opportunity to oversee multiple facilities and a large campus environment
Mission-driven organization serving children and families throughout Los Angeles County
Collaborative and purpose-driven culture
Chance to make a meaningful difference while leading critical facilities operations
If you're a passionate Facilities Manager with strong facilities leadership, facilities maintenance expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to join an organization where exceptional facilities management directly supports life-changing services for children, families, and communities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -102026-433857