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Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond When you join the Federal Reserve—the nation's central bank—you’ll play a key role, collaborating with a dynamic team of mission-driven professionals to strengthen and protect our economy and our communities.Bring your passion and expertise, and we’ll provide the opportunities that will challenge you and propel your growth—along with a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition assistance, generous paid time off, top-notch health care benefits, child and family care leave, professional development opportunities, a 401(k) match, pension, and more. All brought together in a work environment where you can truly find balance.
About the Opportunity
The Facilities Plan Operations Supervisor will provide input and operationalize strategic and long-term plans for equipment and maintenance. You will direct and control activities for the overall critical 24 x 7 critical plant operations for the 5th District, Board of Governors, and Federal Reserve System to ensure the operations of the electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems and readiness for back-up systems in the event of system failures. You will lead and execute capital improvement projects including concept, development, engineering design, bidding and implementation. In addition, you will develop, lead and execute business continuity plans in the event of a critical outage or maintenance requirement.
What You Will Do:
- Ensures that expense, accounting, and budget data is produced in adherence to processes and policies
- Tracks and reports utility usage to respective outside agencies for gas and water usage as required
- Works closely with Building Automation System, Building Operators and Automation Team to address operational issues and optimize the building systems
- Provides oversight of the activities of those responsible for ensuring that all work is performed in adherence to accepted industry standards and regulations
- Monitors team budgets and resources
- Responsible for ensuring quality and operating standards are met by plant operations team
- Decisions are tactical, judgment is exercised within defined procedures and policies to determine proper action
Qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge of HVAC principles, and ability to interpret and apply those principles within the functional trade area of focus
- Comprehensive understanding of a range of equipment within functional trade area of focus
- Knowledge and experience with OSHA regulations
- Expertise in problem solving, creativity and innovation to determine problem areas and provide fresh approaches to solving complex plant operations problems
- Advanced analytical, planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills required to direct and lead staff
- Outstanding oral and written communication, ability to interact on required information and interact with all levels of Bank management, the Board of Governors and staff
- Advanced computer skill with Microsoft Office sufficient to perform routine plant operations work
- Provides functional leadership to small team focused on a craft trade building function such as air conditioning, emergency power generation, or sewer/plumbing systems.
Education and Experience:
- 5 to 7+ years of relevant work experience in critical facilities operations, including hands-on experience with HVAC and electrical systems
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems (chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, cooling towers, and airflow management) and electrical systems (UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, and power distribution)
- Trade certifications and/or licensures (such as journeyman electrician, HVAC/EPA, or stationary engineer) preferred
- Prior leadership and/or project management experience preferred
Other/Physical Requirements:
- Position requires continuous visual concentration and manual dexterity to operate PC
- Regular minor lifting and carrying, and occasionally lift and/or move up 50 pounds
- May require extended work hours and/or schedule flexibility as unexpected situations and/or workflow dictate
Discover the Reason Why So Many People Love It Here!
When you join the Richmond Fed, not only will you find a challenging and purposeful career, you’ll also have access to a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health and wealth, including:
- Great medical benefits
- Pension and 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid volunteer leave
- Onsite amenities that make working here fun!
Other Requirements and Considerations:
- Candidates should review the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict-of-interest rules and personal investment restrictions.
- If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify rich.recruit@rich.frb.org.
- The hiring range of the Facilities Plant Operations Supervisor is $93,400 – $128,300 annually.
- Salary offered will be based on the job responsibilities and the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as defined in the job qualifications.
- Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Always verify and apply to jobs on Federal Reserve System Careers or through verified Federal Reserve Bank social media channels.
Full Time / Part Time
Full timeRegular / Temporary
RegularJob Exempt (Yes / No)
YesJob Category
Facilities/Real Estate Family GroupWork Shift
First (United States of America)The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.
Always verify and apply to jobs on Federal Reserve System Careers (https://rb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/FRS) or through verified Federal Reserve Bank social media channels.
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Company
Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond When you join the Federal Reserve—the nation's central bank—you’ll play a key role, collaborating with a dynamic team of mission-driven professionals to strengthen and protect our economy and our communities.Bring your passion and expertise, and we’ll provide the opportunities that will challenge you and propel your growth—along with a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health, wealth, and life. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes tuition assistance, generous paid time off, top-notch health care benefits, child and family care leave, professional development opportunities, a 401(k) match, pension, and more. All brought together in a work environment where you can truly find balance.
About the Opportunity
The Facilities Plan Operations Supervisor will provide input and operationalize strategic and long-term plans for equipment and maintenance. You will direct and control activities for the overall critical 24 x 7 critical plant operations for the 5th District, Board of Governors, and Federal Reserve System to ensure the operations of the electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems and readiness for back-up systems in the event of system failures. You will lead and execute capital improvement projects including concept, development, engineering design, bidding and implementation. In addition, you will develop, lead and execute business continuity plans in the event of a critical outage or maintenance requirement.
What You Will Do:
- Ensures that expense, accounting, and budget data is produced in adherence to processes and policies
- Tracks and reports utility usage to respective outside agencies for gas and water usage as required
- Works closely with Building Automation System, Building Operators and Automation Team to address operational issues and optimize the building systems
- Provides oversight of the activities of those responsible for ensuring that all work is performed in adherence to accepted industry standards and regulations
- Monitors team budgets and resources
- Responsible for ensuring quality and operating standards are met by plant operations team
- Decisions are tactical, judgment is exercised within defined procedures and policies to determine proper action
Qualifications:
- Thorough knowledge of HVAC principles, and ability to interpret and apply those principles within the functional trade area of focus
- Comprehensive understanding of a range of equipment within functional trade area of focus
- Knowledge and experience with OSHA regulations
- Expertise in problem solving, creativity and innovation to determine problem areas and provide fresh approaches to solving complex plant operations problems
- Advanced analytical, planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills required to direct and lead staff
- Outstanding oral and written communication, ability to interact on required information and interact with all levels of Bank management, the Board of Governors and staff
- Advanced computer skill with Microsoft Office sufficient to perform routine plant operations work
- Provides functional leadership to small team focused on a craft trade building function such as air conditioning, emergency power generation, or sewer/plumbing systems.
Education and Experience:
- 5 to 7+ years of relevant work experience in critical facilities operations, including hands-on experience with HVAC and electrical systems
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems (chillers, CRAC/CRAH units, cooling towers, and airflow management) and electrical systems (UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, and power distribution)
- Trade certifications and/or licensures (such as journeyman electrician, HVAC/EPA, or stationary engineer) preferred
- Prior leadership and/or project management experience preferred
Other/Physical Requirements:
- Position requires continuous visual concentration and manual dexterity to operate PC
- Regular minor lifting and carrying, and occasionally lift and/or move up 50 pounds
- May require extended work hours and/or schedule flexibility as unexpected situations and/or workflow dictate
Discover the Reason Why So Many People Love It Here!
When you join the Richmond Fed, not only will you find a challenging and purposeful career, you’ll also have access to a wide range of benefits and perks that support your health and wealth, including:
- Great medical benefits
- Pension and 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid volunteer leave
- Onsite amenities that make working here fun!
Other Requirements and Considerations:
- Candidates should review the Bank’s Employee Code of Conduct to ensure compliance with conflict-of-interest rules and personal investment restrictions.
- If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please notify rich.recruit@rich.frb.org.
- The hiring range of the Facilities Plant Operations Supervisor is $93,400 – $128,300 annually.
- Salary offered will be based on the job responsibilities and the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as defined in the job qualifications.
- Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Always verify and apply to jobs on Federal Reserve System Careers or through verified Federal Reserve Bank social media channels.
Full Time / Part Time
Full timeRegular / Temporary
RegularJob Exempt (Yes / No)
YesJob Category
Facilities/Real Estate Family GroupWork Shift
First (United States of America)The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.
Always verify and apply to jobs on Federal Reserve System Careers (https://rb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/FRS) or through verified Federal Reserve Bank social media channels.
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Who's Hiring
- Sodexo16
- Apple8
- Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas8
- JLL7
- Oracle7
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Technology & Software
- Food & Beverage
- Science & Research
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in facilities operations specialist jobs.
- Three to five years of facilities operations or building maintenance management experience
- Proficiency with a Computerized Maintenance Management System such as Maximo, Archibus, or similar
- Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems
- Experience managing vendor contracts, service agreements, and third-party work orders
- IFMA CFM, FMP, or equivalent facilities management certification preferred
- Associate or bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering technology, or a related field
Tips for Your Facilities Operations Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to FM frameworks
Hiring managers for facilities operations roles scan for Computerized Maintenance Management System experience, preventive maintenance schedules, and work order volume you've handled. Swap vague language like 'managed facilities' for specific outputs: square footage overseen, vendor contracts managed, or downtime reduced.
Target listings by building type
Facilities operations roles in healthcare campuses, Class A office buildings, and university systems have meaningfully different day-to-day demands. Filter your search by industry vertical and read the job description carefully for HVAC, electrical, or life-safety compliance language that signals the environment you'd be stepping into.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists facilities operations specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight certifications on your resume prominently
CFM, FMP, or SFP credentials from IFMA carry real weight with facilities directors reviewing applications. If you hold any of these, list them in a dedicated certifications section near the top of your resume, not buried in an education block at the bottom.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Facilities operations interviews routinely include real-world scenarios: a critical HVAC failure mid-winter, an emergency vendor substitution, or a code-compliance gap discovered days before an inspection. Practice walking through your decision process out loud, emphasizing who you notified and how you documented the response.
Negotiate scope before negotiating anything else
Before discussing compensation, clarify the facilities portfolio you'd own: square footage, number of sites, deferred maintenance backlog, and staffing. These factors define your workload and your leverage, and knowing them puts you in a much stronger position when the offer conversation starts.
Facilities Operations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most facilities operations specialists?
The companies hiring the most facilities operations specialists right now include Sodexo, Apple, and Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, large universities, and corporate real estate portfolios consistently represent the highest hiring volume for this role.
How many facilities operations specialist jobs are remote?
About 16% of facilities operations specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of this role requires physical presence at the facilities being managed. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include facilities planning, space management analysis, and vendor contract administration rather than hands-on building operations.
How do you become a facilities operations specialist?
Start with a foundation in building systems by working in building maintenance, property management, or a related trade. Pursue an associate or bachelor's degree in facilities management or engineering technology, then earn an entry-level IFMA credential such as the FMP. Build hands-on experience with work order systems, vendor coordination, and regulatory compliance before applying to specialist-level roles.
Can you get hired as a facilities operations specialist with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited direct experience if you can demonstrate hands-on knowledge of building systems through trades work, military facility maintenance, or property management roles. Earning an IFMA Facility Management Professional credential while you're still early in your career signals commitment and covers gaps that a thin resume can't. Target smaller facilities portfolios or single-site roles to build your record.
What does the facilities operations specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds: an initial phone or video screen with HR focused on your work history and certifications, followed by a technical interview with the facilities director or operations manager covering systems knowledge and emergency response scenarios, and often a final conversation with senior leadership or a site walkthrough. Some employers ask you to review a sample work order backlog or maintenance schedule as a practical exercise.
Where can I find and apply to facilities operations specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to facilities operations specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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