Facilities Lead

Loft Orbital is seeking a Facilities Lead to ensure the safety and optimal functionality of our three buildings/locations. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the facilities and associated infrastructure. Working closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Security, IT, and Office Management, you will coordinate facility projects and proactively maintain equipment and systems. Join us as a Facilities Lead and play a vital role in creating a conducive and efficient work environment for our teams.

Responsibilities

Proactively inspect facilities to assess need for repair/refurbishments and plan and coordinate project execution; Manage equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards and minimize costs; Serve as Loft’s primary point of contact for all facilities-related issues (e.g., contractors, landlords, municipal representatives); Individually perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting maintenance/repair work, as required

Requirements

6+ years’ experience in facilities maintenance operations; Able to prioritize and balance multitude of projects happening concurrently with constrained timelines; Excellent communication skills (both written and oral); Self-starter; Works independently with limited to no supervision; Ability to use basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and custodial tools; Able to hand lift/carry ~50 lbs, and operate pallet jack pushing heavier loads; Will occasionally work with hazardous chemicals and/or tools/equipment; May require working in uncomfortable positions and/or dangerous environments

Nice to have

Forklift certification; Previous experience with facilities databases and condition-based monitoring systems; Trade license (e.g., Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC); Relevant industry certification (e.g., CFM) and/or collegiate degrees in facilities maintenance, engineering, or similar field

Benefits

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents; Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA; 100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance; Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays; 401(k) plan and equity options; Daily catered lunches and snacks; International exposure to our team in France; Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for primary caregiver and 10 weeks for secondary caregiver; Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support; Off-sites and many social events and celebrations; Relocation assistance when applicable