Best Practices, Billing, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Documentation, Environmental Compliance, Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Facilities and Maintenance, Groundskeeping, Health Plan, Healthcare, Life Insurance, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Management Certification, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Property Maintenance, Purchase Orders, Quality Monitoring, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Testing, Total Productive Maintenance, Trend Analysis
Senior Facility Specialist
Dunbridge, OH
The Senior Facility Specialist is responsible for the execution, optimization, and continuous improvement of the facility preventative maintenance (PM) program and related systems across PBE facilities. This role partners cross-functionally to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient facility operations, while providing technical expertise, vendor coordination, and support to facility team members.
The position operates as a senior individual contributor, supporting the Facilities Supervisor by managing programs, analyzing performance, and improving processes that drive operational reliability and safety.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Preventative Maintenance Program Management
- Administers and continuously improves the facility PM program, ensuring alignment with operational needs under direction of the Facilities Supervisor
- Plans, schedules, and tracks PM activities within the eMaint system to maximize equipment reliability
- Investigates equipment failures, conducts root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions
- Develops and maintains PM documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and standardized PM packages
- Partners with Maintenance/TPM to maintain accurate asset records and ensure PM coverage for all facility equipment
- Evaluates PM effectiveness and recommends improvements to optimize performance and reduce downtime
- Facility Operations & Technical Support
- Performs and supports preventative maintenance, inspections, testing, and basic facility repairs
- Ensures accurate documentation of maintenance activities and findings
- Identifies trends, analyzes data, and recommends improvements to facility operations and equipment reliability
- Ensures necessary tools, materials, and resources are available to support facility work execution
- Vendor & Contractor Coordination
- Solicits and reviews bids, provides recommendations to the Facilities Supervisor, and monitors work quality, progress, and completion.
- Verifies completed contractor/vendor work for Facilities Supervisor review and approval, including any related invoices, purchase orders, or spending commitments.
- Ensures contractor onboarding and annual safety/environmental compliance requirements are completed before work begins.
- Partners with internal stakeholders to ensure vendor work aligns with operational priorities, safety expectations, and approved scope of work.
- Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborates with Maintenance, TPM, and other functional teams to improve facility systems and processes
- Identifies operational constraints and implements process improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability (Specialist expectation)
- Uses data and analysis to support decision-making and prioritize improvement opportunities
- Supports continuous improvement initiatives aligned with company goals
- Team Support & Knowledge Sharing
- Provides technical guidance and support to Facility Technicians and Custodians (without direct supervisory authority)
- Assists in onboarding and training of team members on PM processes and systems
- Acts as a subject matter resource for facility systems, procedures, and best practices
- Serves as a backup resource to the Facilities Supervisor, as needed
- Safety, Compliance & Documentation
- Ensures compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout and PPE requirements
- Supports and reinforces a strong culture of safety across facility operations
- Maintains accurate documentation, reports, and records related to facility operations and maintenance
- Contributes to the development and maintenance of facility procedures and safety documentation
Minimum Qualifications
Experience in facility maintenance, manufacturing, or a related technical environment
Demonstrated ability to manage programs, analyze data, and improve processes (aligned to Specialist level)
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project coordination skills
Effective communication and collaboration skills across all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems (e.g., eMaint)
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical training or education in building maintenance or related field
- Knowledge of facility systems and equipment
- Experience supporting continuous improvement or TPM initiatives
- Project management experience or certification preferred
Join a Team That Changes Lives
Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. (PBE) is a family-run, value-driven organization with a deep commitment to improving lives. With over 60 years of service to the healthcare field and more than 30 years as a pioneer in incontinence and moisture management solutions, we''re proud of the impact our products and people make every day.
We offer excellent health benefits including free access to onsite and local health clinics, paid personal and vacation time, an annual profit-sharing bonus, a 401k plan with company match, company-paid disability and life insurance, and more. We foster a supportive environment where safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement come first.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
As a federal contractor, PBE complies with the Vietnam Era Veterans'' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and hiring process.