Facilities Management Specialist

Job Summary Kairos Power is looking for a Facilities Management Specialist to own and lead facilities improvement projects, manage facilities contracts, and perform various duties at the Kairos Power headquarters site in Alameda, CA. The ideal candidate has excellent customer service skills; is eager to contribute to office, lab, R&D, and manufacturing facility management; has experience managing multiple vendor contracts and relationships; and demonstrated proficiency in managing building operations. You will work cross-functionally with other internal departments to support on-site operational needs. Responsibilities Manage facilities improvement projects for engineering teams or to support improved building efficiency. Manage repair and maintenance projects to support the building's preventive maintenance programs. Utilize the Building Management System (BMS) HVAC controls to adjust temperature and manage unscheduled repair work. Manage work orders and scheduling in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Partner with the facilities manager to track project costs and invoicing. Understand and use service request systems, including CMMS and maintenance folders. Oversee contractors on-site; ensure compliance with visitor policies and Covid-19 protocols. Coordinate permitting for facilities project work. Maintain effective relationships with other departments to complete projects. Assist with planning and communicating shutdown maintenance work. Develop scopes of work and request proposals from vendors for facilities maintenance. Evaluate contractor performance to ensure quality and performance. Support space planning and project scopes for operations at the headquarters site. Assist with site access control program administration. Provide on-call support for facilities emergencies or repairs. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in maintenance operations, project management, or facilities management. Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred. Experience with troubleshooting and/or repair of HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems is strongly desired. Facilities management experience in a critical environment is preferred. Experience with card access control software and building automation software is required. Strong project management fundamentals, verbal and written communication skills, and organizational skills are required. Must be organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines. Familiarity with safety lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures is required. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required. Physical Conditions Ability to ascend or descend ladders and scaffolding. Ability to move and transport objects up to 50 pounds. Ability to communicate with others to exchange information. Environmental Conditions General office environment with potential exposure to outdoor elements. Travel Some travel may be required for training or assistance to other facilities, up to 5%. Certification Capable of obtaining forklift and boom lift certification. Additional Requirements Requires occasional overtime and schedule flexibility. The hourly range for this position is $45 to $52 for employees working onsite at our Alameda, CA headquarters. The range provided represents the typical starting rate for candidates hired in California. #LI-Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-01