Assistant Facilities Manager
The Assistant Facilities Manager at Public Storage plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the functionality and safety of multiple locations across various states. This position involves managing both reactive maintenance tasks and planned improvement projects, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives. Public Storage, established in 1972, has grown to become the world's largest owner and operator of self-storage facilities, with thousands of locations across the U.S. and Europe.
Key responsibilities include scoping, prioritizing, and executing projects based on urgency, budget considerations, and safety priorities. The role requires driving project completions on schedule, maintaining quality standards, and managing costs by holding vendors accountable to defined scopes and specifications. Additionally, the Assistant Facilities Manager serves as the primary point of contact for project-related inquiries, providing timely updates to internal stakeholders and ensuring smooth operations through cross-functional coordination.
Candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional technical or vocational training considered a plus. A minimum of two years' experience in maintenance coordination, facilities management, project management, or a related field is required. Essential skills include strong organizational and multitasking abilities, excellent communication skills, proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems, and a solid understanding of construction procedures and equipment. A valid driver's license is also necessary for this role.
Public Storage offers a competitive salary, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement plan options, and professional development opportunities. The company fosters a collaborative work environment, emphasizing in-person collaboration while offering some flexibility. Employees are expected to work in the office five days each week, with the option to take up to three flexible remote days per month.