Associate Director of Facilities

About the role

The Associate Director of Facilities, West Coast, is responsible for overseeing facility operations, budgets, and projects. This role is based in UOVO’s Los Angeles facility with frequent travel to other California locations.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance management of mechanical equipment, fire suppression systems, security systems, overhead doors, HVAC equipment, pumps, water filtration systems, dock equipment, electrical systems, and office space
• Project management for small facilities projects, project coordination and supervision for larger facilities renovation projects in support of a construction team, including scheduling and reporting, project execution, punchlisting, and commissioning activities
• Respond immediately to any equipment or facility-related incidents, acting as primary point of contact for all facilities related emergencies
• Manage access control systems, security camera systems, and fire detection systems; maintain call lists and escalation procedures
• Monitor Building Management Systems (BMS/BAS), develop and provide performance reports
• Conduct regular fire/life safety drills for existing staff in five UOVO California locations
• Manage utility service providers, maintenance contractors, and cleaning contractors
• Procure activities related to facilities services and materials
• Support client requests and manage employee satisfaction and well-being through the provision of a healthy and suitable workplace
• Communicate with local and remote team members on all facilities activities and issues
• Develop operating budgets and capital plans, manage facilities and projects to those budgets
• Aid with procuring estimates and proposals from various third parties
• Monitor and track attic stock and materials required to service the building effectively
• Schedule and assist any and all inspections related to the facility
• Escort facilities vendors and contractors working within Uovo’s facilities
• Manage facility to code compliance with local, state and federal requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Team player, active problem solver, able to work in a dynamic environment with high level of accountability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to provide clear and concise details regarding building issues
• The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while ensuring the utmost attention to detail
• Innate ability to make quick sound decisions
• Must be team oriented with the ability to work across various departments
• Occasional nights and weekends are required; a flexible schedule is preferable
• On call availability for emergency response
• HVAC, Journeyman, or PE license/certification are preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license and/or reliable transportation
• Ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid
• Ability to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet
• Ability to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold rain, and snow
• Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies, and other necessary warehouse equipment