Facilities Maintenance Leader

Facilities Maintenance Leader

Full-Time Dayton, Ohio

Overview

We’re hiring a Facilities Maintenance Leader to oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and reliability of key mechanical and utility systems at a large industrial site.

This role focuses on critical infrastructure including multiple chiller systems, steam systems, air compressors, and associated pumps, tanks, and support equipment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable operation across active work areas, while also supporting major outages, construction integration, and commissioning efforts.

Note: This position includes on-call responsibilities and may require flexibility in scheduling, including weekends.

Key Responsibilities

Chiller Systems Operations & Maintenance

• Oversee operation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of multiple chiller systems
• Support lift planning, delivery coordination, outage schedules, and installation sequencing for new equipment
• Ensure proper operation of pumps, glycol systems, piping, and controls
• Maintain documentation related to refrigerant handling and system performance

Steam System Operations & Maintenance

• Supervise operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of steam plant systems
• Maintain steam pressure and quality to meet operational requirements
• Coordinate outage planning and shutdown scheduling

Air Compressors & Utility Systems

• Manage operation and maintenance of air compressors and pneumatic distribution systems
• Ensure consistent support of plant processes and mechanical systems

Control Systems & Monitoring

• Support integration and monitoring of building and energy management systems
• Ensure operational data, alarms, and performance metrics are tracked and addressed in real time

Team Leadership & Site Coordination

• Lead and supervise a team of multi-disciplinary O&M technicians
• Coordinate daily activities with site stakeholders and subcontractors
• Lead troubleshooting efforts, system walkdowns, lockout/tagout reviews, and readiness assessments
• Communicate site status, risks, and constraints clearly to leadership and project teams

Safety, Compliance & Documentation

• Enforce safety standards, environmental regulations, and permit-to-work processes
• Maintain accurate documentation including logs, outage plans, equipment data, and system drawings

What They’re Looking For

Required

• 5+ years of operations & maintenance experience with mechanical systems, HVAC, process chillers, or industrial utilities
• Strong understanding of BAS/BMS systems, pumps, steam systems, and piping layouts
• Experience leading teams in an industrial or large-scale facility environment
• EPA Section 608 Certification

Preferred

• Experience supporting major utility outages
• Ohio Boiler & Pressure Vessel Operator License
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs (SLC)
• Experience with Ignition SCADA/HMI
• Familiarity with modern building or energy management platforms

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $76,100 – $104,600 (DOE)
• Comprehensive benefits package included
• Opportunities for growth within a large, stable organization