Facilities Manager

Job Title: Facilities Manager – Multi-Location (12 Jiffy Lube Centers)

Reports To: Director of Operations

Location: Regional / Multi-Site – Regular travel to all 12 locations

Position Overview

The Facilities Manager is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of 12 Jiffy Lube service centers. This role oversees all aspects of facilities, including building systems, shop equipment, property upkeep, and exterior curb appeal. The Facilities Manager develops preventative maintenance programs, manages vendors and contractors, ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and supports store managers in addressing facility needs.

In addition to management responsibilities, the Facilities Manager must possess the technical skills and hands-on experience to personally perform repairs and maintenance on machinery, equipment, systems, and facilities.

Hands-On Role

This position is not supervisory or administrative. The successful candidate must have the ability and knowledge to perform a wide variety of facility and equipment repairs directly, including but not limited to:

• Troubleshooting and repairing shop machinery (lifts, compressors, etc.)
• Servicing and maintaining HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Performing carpentry, painting, and general facility upkeep
• Completing both preventative and emergency maintenance tasks without outside assistance when necessary

While vendor management and budgeting are key components of the role, this position requires a working manager who is comfortable performing skilled repairs alongside coordinating external service providers.

Key Responsibilities
Facility & Equipment Maintenance

• Oversee the repair, maintenance, and servicing of equipment, tools, lifts, compressors, and shop systems.
• Personally perform hands-on repairs and maintenance as required, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasks.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance schedules to extend the life of assets and minimize service interruptions.
• Monitor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and other systems to ensure proper functionality.
• Coordinate and perform emergency repairs to minimize downtime.

Property & Curb Appeal

• Ensure all facilities and grounds are maintained to brand and safety standards.
• Oversee landscaping, parking lot maintenance, signage, and exterior cleaning.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure locations present a professional, customer-ready appearance.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Source, evaluate, and manage vendors for maintenance, landscaping, cleaning, and repair services.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor vendor performance for cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Maintain positive relationships with service providers to ensure timely and reliable support.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure facilities are compliant with OSHA, EPA, fire safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain required records, permits, and inspection documentation.
• Proactively identify risks and implement corrective actions.

Budget & Reporting

• Develop and manage the facilities budget for all 12 locations.
• Track facility expenses, repairs, and capital improvement projects.
• Prepare regular reports on facility condition, repair status, and cost savings opportunities.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Partner with operations management to assess needs, prioritize repairs, and minimize operational disruptions.
• Provide clear communication and updates to operations leadership.
• Lead special projects including remodels, expansions, or capital improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities management, property management, or maintenance leadership experience (multi-site strongly preferred).
• Proven hands-on experience in facility and equipment repair, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lifts, compressors, carpentry, and painting.
• Ability to personally troubleshoot and repair shop machinery, building systems, and facility components as needed.
• Experience creating and managing preventative maintenance programs.
• Skilled in vendor sourcing, contract negotiation, and performance oversight.
• Ability to manage budgets, track expenses, and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills; able to juggle multiple priorities across multiple locations.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Effective communication skills; able to work cross-functionally with store managers, vendors, and executives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regularly across assigned locations in company provided vehicle

Preferred Experience

• Background in automotive service, retail, or franchise operations.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ADA, and other regulatory compliance standards.
• Experience overseeing capital improvement projects, renovations, or construction.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to all 12 Jiffy Lube locations around Chicagoland on a regular basis.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform on-site inspections (including climbing ladders, accessing rooftops, or walking large properties).
• Must be able to safely use hand tools, power tools, and equipment required for maintenance and repair work.

Jiffy Lube is a leading provider of automotive preventive maintenance. With a national footprint of more than 2,000 franchisee owned service centers across the country, Jiffy Lube offers a range of services from oil changes and tire rotations, to everything in between.

Jiffy Lube technicians are not just highly trained in preventive maintenance, they are also highly trained in customer service. So if you have any questions about vehicle maintenance or the services performed at any Jiffy Lube service center, your technician will help you find the resources and information you need, whether it's in-store, online or by accessing your vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. It's just another way Jiffy Lube strives each and every day to help you Leave Worry Behind .

Pay: $ $ / year

Pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program
• Employee discount
• Paid training

Job Type: fulltime

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education: High school degree

Work location: On-site

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