Facilities Maintenance Manager

About Chefman Chefman is one of North America’s leading small kitchen appliance brands, with a growing portfolio of products. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a reliable and hands-on Facilities and Maintenance Manager to support our Houston-area properties.

About The Role

Chefman is seeking a Facilities and Maintenance Manager to oversee the day-to-day facilities needs across our Houston locations. This person will be responsible for ensuring that our properties are well-maintained, safe, clean, secure, and operating smoothly. This is an independent, hands-on role for someone who is proactive, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple properties, vendors, and maintenance needs.

The Facilities and Maintenance Manager will oversee the physical properties and exterior/site-related operations, while warehouse operations will continue to be managed separately by the Warehouse Manager. This role will report to the Director of Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain all facilities-related needs across multiple Houston-area properties Oversee vendor relationships for landscaping, janitorial services, garbage removal, recycling, security, and other property services Coordinate preventive and reactive maintenance for building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, access control, and general repairs Conduct regular property walkthroughs to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, or areas requiring attention Ensure all properties remain clean, safe, secure, and compliant with applicable local regulations and company standards Coordinate repairs, maintenance projects, and property improvements with outside contractors and service providers Manage vendor scheduling, service quality, and follow-up to ensure work is completed properly and on time Oversee exterior property needs, including parking lots, lighting, grounds, fencing, gates, signage, and general upkeep Respond to urgent facilities or maintenance issues as they arise Manage access control, keys, security systems, and related building protocols Support internal teams by ensuring workspaces and shared areas are properly maintained and operational Track facilities-related spending and assist with budgeting for repairs, services, and property needs Serve as the main point of contact for all facilities and maintenance matters across the Houston properties

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in facilities management, property management, building operations, maintenance management, or a related field Experience managing vendors, contractors, and service providers Working knowledge of general building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, security, and basic maintenance Ability to manage multiple properties or locations simultaneously Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing needs Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal day-to-day oversight Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate with internal teams and external vendors Comfortable being hands-on and addressing issues directly when needed Valid driver’s license required, with the ability to travel between Houston-area properties

What We’Re Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes ownership, follows through, and keeps facilities running smoothly without needing constant direction. The ideal candidate is practical, dependable, responsive, and able to spot issues before they become larger problems. Why Join Chefman This is an opportunity to take ownership of an important function within a growing company.

You will play a key role in supporting our Houston operations and ensuring that our properties are safe, efficient, and well-maintained as the business continues to expand.