Facilities Manager

Position Title: Facilities Manager

Reports to: Chief Operations Officer

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Days and Hours: Monday - Friday (~40 hours/week); 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. Occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Location: Onsite across two facilities in Goleta, CA and Santa Maria, CA. Regular travel between locations is required.

Salary Range: $67,000 - $85,000, depending on experience

About the Organization

The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County (Foodbank) is committed to ending hunger and transforming the health of Santa Barbara County through good nutrition. With nutrition education, disaster preparedness, environmental sustainability, and community resilience at the forefront of our mission, we are working to solve the underlying causes of hunger in Santa Barbara County.

About the Position

The Facilities Manager plays a vital role in advancing the Foodbank's mission by ensuring our spaces, equipment, and infrastructure operate safely, efficiently, and reliably every day. This role shapes the physical environment that makes food distribution, disaster response, and community programs possible across Santa Barbara County.

Working across two facilities in Goleta and Santa Maria, the Facilities Manager leads capital planning, maintenance strategy, safety practices, and vendor partnerships that keep operations running smoothly today while preparing for future growth. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys improving systems, managing complex projects, and working collaboratively to solve operational challenges that have meaningful community impact.

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilities and Capital Asset Management

Lead long-term planning for buildings, fleet, equipment, and infrastructure, including lifecycle forecasting and capital improvement priorities

Ensure facilities operate safely, efficiently, and reliably in support of daily operations and organizational growth

Identify and implement improvements that strengthen sustainability, safety, and operational effectiveness

Plan and coordinate facility upgrades, renovations, and infrastructure projects in partnership with leadership

Maintain asset tracking systems and preventive maintenance schedules Maintenance, Safety, and Compliance

Oversee maintenance, inspections, and repairs across facilities, grounds, warehouse equipment, and fleet

Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective completion of services

Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and operational standards, including OSHA guidelines where applicable

Support implementation of workplace safety practices, trainings, and documentation

Monitor security and building systems to support safe working environments

Track and communicate maintenance activity, safety metrics, and operational risks Leadership and Collaboration

Supervise and support the Operations and Disaster Services Specialist through coaching, goal setting, and performance feedback

Partner with department leaders to align facilities planning with program needs, emergency response readiness, and organizational priorities

Develop and manage budgets related to facility operations, maintenance, and capital improvements

Review vendor proposals, negotiate agreements, and approve expenses within delegated authority

Participate in cross-functional planning groups related to safety, food defense, and operational continuity

Support hiring, onboarding, and process improvement initiatives as needed Essential Skills and Experience

4 to 6 years of experience in facilities management, capital asset management, industrial maintenance, or related field

Demonstrated experience managing vendors, contracts, and maintenance projects

Experience planning and implementing facility improvements or infrastructure projects

Ability to interpret and apply safety standards and operational regulations

Mechanical aptitude and ability to assess equipment or facility issues

Experience managing budgets or tracking project costs

Strong organizational and project management skills

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities across two locations Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in warehouse, food distribution, nonprofit, or logistics environments

Familiarity with OSHA or workplace safety compliance practices

Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification after hire

Spanish language proficiency Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This role includes both office and operational environments, including warehouse settings. Responsibilities will require:

lifting up to 50 pounds

standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing

operating warehouse equipment

traveling between Goleta and Santa Maria locations Additional Requirements

Valid California Driver's License and reliable transportation

Ability to travel regularly between facilities located approximately 60 miles apart

Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen where permitted by law

Occasional evening or weekend availability as operational needs require We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of this role, please let us know.

The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County embraces a philosophy that recognizes and values diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, professional growth, and overall well-being:

18 days of Paid Time Off for new hires, with increases over time

13 paid holidays annually

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100 percent of employee premium covered

Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 3 percent

$500 annual wellness benefit

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services