Transportation H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Rhode Island

At REGENT, we’re on a mission to revolutionize regional transportation between coastal cities. We're not just building vehicles, we're creating a new category of transportation: the seaglider. These groundbreaking wing-in-ground-effect craft travel just above the water’s surface, combining the speed of an airplane with the low operating costs of a boat. Capable of 180 miles at 180 mph on today's battery tech (and up to 400 miles with next-gen batteries), seagliders will unlock fast, affordable, and sustainable coastal transit for passengers and cargo - connecting cities, islands, and communities like never before.

Backed by leading investors and powered by a team of passionate, forward-thinking engineers, builders, and operators, we’re now scaling from a breakthrough prototype to full production - and building the team to make it happen.

Role Overview

As the Assistant Facility Manager at REGENT, you will play a critical role in maintaining and operating our facilities to support fast-paced engineering, manufacturing, and testing activities. You will be responsible for the day-to-day upkeep, organization, and functionality of multiple facilities—ensuring they are safe, efficient, and ready to support both office and hands-on hardware work.

This is a highly hands-on role that blends facility operations, maintenance, vendor coordination, and safety compliance. You will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure infrastructure, equipment, and workspaces operate reliably and meet evolving company needs.

If you are someone who takes pride in keeping systems running smoothly, enjoys physical and technical work, and thrives in dynamic environments, this role will have a direct impact on enabling REGENT’s mission.

• Support day-to-day operations and maintenance of facilities, including utilities, HVAC systems, and general building infrastructure.
• Coordinate and perform routine maintenance, repairs, and facility improvements, escalating urgent issues and ensuring timely resolution.
• Supervise and support Facility Operations Associates, helping prioritize and execute daily tasks.
• Assist with office moves, workspace reconfigurations, and facility changes, including physical setup and material handling.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of storage areas and facility spaces in alignment with 5S principles.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and safety inspections to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely, high-quality, and cost-effective service delivery.
• Support contract management activities including scheduling, vendor communication, and service tracking.
• Ensure facilities meet environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards and regulatory requirements.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts (training provided) and support general facility logistics.

What You'll Bring

• Experienced in facility operations, maintenance, building services, daily repairs or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with facility systems such as HVAC, utilities, or general building maintenance.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including ability to lift a minimum of 40lbs, moving equipment, and supporting facility changes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in maintaining facility systems and storage areas.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues and drive resolution independently.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across teams and vendors.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between multiple local facilities.
• Willingness to complete OSHA certification (company provided).

Who We're Looking For

• Collaborative Team Player: You believe that great things happen when teams work together. You communicate effectively and collaborate with engineers, stakeholders, and other cross-functional teams to align on goals and move projects forward. You bring people together, ensuring that everyone is on the same page and moving towards a shared vision.
• Creative Problem Solver: You thrive on tackling complex challenges and finding innovative solutions. You don't just patch issues - you improve processes, anticipate downstream impacts, and help turn one-off fixes into scalable solutions that raise the bar for future builds.
• Adaptable & Agile: In a fast-paced, ever-evolving startup environment, you quickly adapt to changing priorities and requirements. You approach challenges with a calm, resilient mindset, and know how to pivot and adjust your approach as needed, ensuring that progress continues without missing a beat.
• Innovative Mindset: You’re driven by curiosity and a passion for technology. You’re passionate about driving continuous improvement, embracing new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency, quality, and team performance.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation including a robust equity incentive plan.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance - we cover 100% of your premiums.
• 401(k) with company matching, so you can plan for the future.
• Generous flexible time off, paid parental leave, and company-wide holiday breaks.
• Relocation packages available for those moving to join our team.
• Daily, free catered lunches
• Learning & professional development opportunities

If you’re ready to take on an exciting challenge, grow with us, and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, but you see yourself contributing to our mission, we encourage you to apply! We value diverse skillsets and experiences and believe in the potential of passionate individuals to make a big impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

REGENT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.