Job Description

A-1 Self Storage is a division of the Caster Group, a third-generation family-owned company headquartered in San Diego, California. Founded in 1959, the Caster Group specializes in acquisitions, development, and management of A-1 Self Storage and other commercial properties throughout California. With more than 50 self storage locations and plans to open additional locations in the future. 

We are seeking a highly skilled Facilities Maintenance Manager to oversee our Facilities/ Maintenance Department.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Prior Facilities Management experience 
• Construction experience & ability to read construction plans preferred 
• Confident use of Microsoft Office specifically Excel and Word. 
• Bluebeam and Microsoft Project experience a plus 
• Ability to travel to facilities regularly throughout California
• Strong work ethic and commitment to high-quality work. 
• Excellent multitasking abilities with strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines. 
• Motivated self-starter capable of both detailed execution and high-level review. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset. 
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams. 
• Proven leadership and team development experience. 
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance. 
• Demonstrated integrity and professionalism. 
• Clean driving record. 

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Facilities Maintenance Manager’s main responsibility is to maintain all A-1 Self Storage properties in a “like new” condition in the most cost-effective way. This position oversees the Maintenance team with direct oversite of the Maintenance Support position and the Property Maintenance positions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES  

IN-HOUSE MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL  

• Manages Maintenance Support Position & Property Maintenance positions.
• Approves timecards. 
• Reviews all expenditures in AR /AP. 
• Equip personnel with necessary uniforms and tools. 
• Confirms Work order completions. 
• Reviews incoming work requests to confirm scopes and details to complete 
• Sees urgent requests prior to field personnel going out. Coordinates these repairs if needed and reports to Maintenance Support Position that work was assigned. 
• Meets quarterly for updates and safety meetings. 
• Confirms Truck maintenance monthly. 
• Meets monthly with Operations and IT department regarding workorder completion status.

SELF STORAGE MAINTENANCE  

• Reviews and coordinates work orders and schedules in-house or subcontractors’ work.
• Reviews work orders frequently. 
• Answers trouble calls from Area Managers, and storage personnel. Assess and schedule corrective action.
• Visit all sites to verify “like new” condition and confirm task completions.
• Opens new sites with maintenance contracts, flags, signs, office set up and set up maintenance unit with tools and shelving.
• Confirms Vendor contracts are per scope and vendor is keeping site in a like new condition. 
• Coordinates cell site installation, modification and maintenance at all applicable sites. 
• As needed, meet with City, State or Government Rep. on any issues involved on Self Storage Properties.
• Ensures ongoing ADA compliance 

MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS  

• Annually Solicits bids per service. 
• Develops the scope of work for vendors. 
• Negotiates and writes contracts. 
• Notifies Area Managers, storage personnel for change of vendors. 
• Annual site walks to develop “Special Projects” budgets. 
• Oversite of vendor quality of work (example: Janitorial) 
• Solicits feedback from Area Managers regarding ongoing vendor relationships.
• Strategic Review of annual contracts like (maintenance & janitorial) to reduce expenses with the same “like new” requirement 

GENERAL DUTIES  

• Schedules truck service and maintain tracking log for maintenance vehicles. 
• Elevator inspection: set log and confirm annual completions. 
• Back flow testing: Set log and confirm annual completions. 
• Extinguishers: Set log and confirm annual completions. 
• Fire pump systems: Set log Confirm testing and operation 
• Best Management Practices “BMPs”: Confirm site log and keep binder of active sites. 
• Sump pumps: confirm yearly operations and testing. 
• Pest control: confirm and add services as needed. 
• Security: Confirm systems active and working properly. 
• Review Emergency Binder with New Site Property Manager.
• Oversees unplanned project completion (example: break-in damage)

BUDGETS  

• Prepares all maintenance budgets for self storage sites. 
• Reviews budget with Area Managers. 
• Assists Area Managers with monthly narratives on budget variances. 
• Prepares Maintenance Dept. Budget 
• Prepares Special projects list and calendar yearly.
• Allocates maintenance labor costs for Self Storage budgets. 

OTHER  

• On call to respond 24/7 for after-hours emergencies, trouble calls from alarm companies, answering service contact. 

OTHER DUTIES  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL JOB DUTIES  

This position will be both in office and out in the field. When visiting our self storage facilities, part of the essential functions of this position will involve regularly climbing ladders, consistently walking, standing, bending lifting & carrying objects up to 50lbs. C andidate must be able to perform all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 

PAY SCALE & BENEFITS  

The Pay Scale for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 - range includes both base pay and intermittent bonus potential. When calculating offers, we make salary decisions based on market data and candidates' skills and experience.

Additionally, Caster Properties offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees, including full medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, on-site gym facility, paid vacation, and sick leave. 

This position will also receive a monthly auto allowance and fuel reimbursement as well as a monthly cell phone stipend.

Caster Properties is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

Our Company complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources. 

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