Facilities Manager

The Utah Royals FC, Real Salt Lake (RSL), and RSL Training Academy are dedicated to the growth and success of soccer in Utah. The Utah Royals FC is committed to empowerment, while RSL represents the state with pride and fosters a winning culture. The RSL Training Academy nurtures young athletes and instills values of discipline and teamwork. Together, they are committed to inspiring the soccer culture of Utah and creating lasting impressions one winning experience at a time.    

The Facilities Manager plays a vital role in maintaining a world-class training and stadium environment across both Zions Bank Training Center campus in Herriman and America First Field in Sandy.  This position is responsible for the overall functionality, safety, and presentation of the facilities, ensuring an optimal environment for players, staff, and guests.

Overseeing a team of three Facility Technicians, the Facilities Manager is accountable for general building maintenance, facility systems, preventive maintenance programs, vendor coordination, access controls, lighting systems, and capital improvement projects. The role requires strong leadership, technical skills, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This position requires availability during games/events including weekends, evenings, and midweek days, and participation in the emergency contact rotation.

RESPONSIBLITIES INCLUDE:

• Responsible for all building maintenance, repair and mechanical systems.
• Conduct regular inspections of all building systems and areas, including:
  • Plumbing, HVAC, exhaust systems, hot/cold tubs, electrical, elevators, fire suppression, lighting systems
  • All Front and Back-of-house areas including utility/storage rooms, hallways, concourses, restrooms, locker rooms, showers, film rooms, suites, seating, offices, common areas, drainage, water fountains, fire/life safety, and team specific areas
  • Parking lots: irregular conditions, striping, and unauthorized parking, parking lot lights
  • Garbage and recycling: inspect weekly and thorough cleaning one time per year
• Manage and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for all mechanical systems
• Operate and manage HVAC control applications to maintain optimal room temperatures.
• Operate and manage the Light Leeder system & Pharos game lighting systems.
• Establish and maintain inventory of all items needed to perform duties. 
• Maintain facility inventory, purchase equipment, services and supplies as routinely required within parameters set by the budget and the Sr. Director of Facilities. 
• Manage, prioritize, assign, and track work orders using work management software (e.g.,Monday.com).
• Manage Facility Technicians schedules and tasks/projects.
• Coordinate and prioritize large-scale projects with the Sr. Director of Facilities. These projects may involve multiple departments and require collaborative efforts.
• Participate in project bid processes as needed, create a summary and proposal, and ensure that contracted work is performed satisfactorily and agreed upon.
• Ensure all permits (i.e. elevator, fire, occupancy) are current and posted properly.
• Contact and coordinate with outside service vendors, schedule and monitor work.
• Oversee on-site contract vendors, including, but not limited to refuse hauling, elevator, pest control, gate/building entry maintenance, fire sprinkler/alarm monitor/repair, generator, hot water heaters, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire/life safety.
• Maintain system records, vendor contracts, key/code access lists, and maintenance logs.
• Lead weekly one-on-one meetings and monthly team meetings with Facility Technicians.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and any necessary disciplinary actions.
• Attend weekly meetings with Senior Director of Facilities.
• Respond to emergency calls or situations as necessary, including after-hours or weekend incidents.
• Schedule games/events for Facilities coverage on weekends and midweek nights as needed.
• Travel between facilities as required.
• Other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 3+ years of supervisory experience managing a team of three or more staff.
• 2+ years of experience using work management software.
• 2+ years of experience with HVAC, lighting, and access control systems.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks & projects.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of building systems (plumbing, pumps, HVAC, generators, electrical, fire/life safety).
• Ability to operate power tools and heavy equipment safely.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance software and recordkeeping.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, HVAC and work order system software.
• Must be able to work in wet and cold conditions, heat, and various weather conditions.
• Must be able to work in conditions of extended period of standing, walking, bending reaching and balancing.
• Must be comfortable and able to work at heights over 100' (e.g. catwalk, video board).
• Must be comfortable and able to work on ladders at heights of up to 25 feet and operate a 40’ scissor lift.
• Ability to pass a background check and become SafeSport Certified.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Trade licenses or certifications a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The job requires regularly lifting/pushing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting/pushing more than 100 pounds or exerting heavy force, in a wide disparity or environmental conditions. The job involves climbing stairs, kneeling, squatting, crawling, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, typing, etc.

Real Salt Lake provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and Real Salt Lake reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.