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Pharmaceutics International Inc. (Pii), a Jabil company, is in search of an experienced director level Facilities Manager to direct facilities operations of our entire 4 building pharmaceutical manufacturing campus in Baltimore area Maryland!

• Open to relocation
• Salary range starting around 170K DOE plus annual bonus opportunities
• Visa sponsorship not available
• Competitive benefits

How will you make an impact?  
Manages the design, planning, construction and maintenance of equipment, machinery, buildings, and other facilities. Plans, budgets, and schedules facility modifications, including estimates on equipment, labor, materials and other related costs. Designs and develops organizational policies relevant to the facilities department. Oversees the coordination of building space allocation and layout, communication services and facilities expansion. May have responsibility for establishing and overseeing health and safety standards. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

• Recruit, interview and hire for the Environmental, Health, Facilities and Safety team.
• Communicate criteria to recruiters for the Environmental, Health, Facilities and Safety team.
• Coach Facilities and EHS staff in the interviewing/hiring process if required.
• Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.

Employee and Team Development

• Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
• Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility
• Programs, Safety & Health Programs, Emergency plans, Business Continuity Plan)
• Coach and mentor Facilities and EHS team members to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer
• Create and manage succession plans for EHS and Facilities function.

Performance Management

• Establish departmental goals and objectives in accordance with industry standards, and overall improvement / profitability of the company.
• Solicit ongoing feedback from peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the Facilities and EHS team. Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback
• Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
• Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
• Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in departmental goals, in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
• Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
• Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.

Communication

• Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.
• Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and succinctly using an appropriate business style.
• Ask questions; encourage input from team members.
• Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.
• Influence organization to practice proper EHS procedures using marketing strategies and easy to use tools.
• Develop and implement the automation vision and strategy for the organization
• Develop cost effective and accelerated initiatives to meet high mix/low volume applications
• Drive technical automation teams in the development of innovative automation equipment and solution design(s)
• Optimize automation equipment, improve production efficiency, including where necessary reforming the existing automation technology.

May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?  

Education:  

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:  

• 10 years of related experience in industrial maintenance and facilities
• 5 years of experience in management/technical experience in all aspects of facilities management, which includes Facilities Engineering and EHS Management experience
• Pharmaceutical facilities industry experience a plus
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational, financial, operations and computer skills.
• Direct supervisory experience in the disciplines mentioned above preferred.
• Proven skills in leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:  

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Advanced PC skills
• Ability to tailor advanced quality tools training to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
• Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company’s business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.
• Strong financial and analytical ability. Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.
• Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.
• Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.
• Strong and convincing communication skills.
• Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.requirements to enable company’s business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets
• Extensive technical acumen in the field of automation including automation design and implementation
• Demonstrated track record leading multiple successful automation implementations

Pharmaceutics International Inc. (Pii), a Jabil company, is in search of an experienced director level Facilities Manager to direct facilities operations of our entire 4 building pharmaceutical manufacturing campus in Baltimore area Maryland!

• Open to relocation
• Salary range starting around 170K DOE plus annual bonus opportunities
• Visa sponsorship not available
• Competitive benefits

How will you make an impact?
Manages the design, planning, construction and maintenance of equipment, machinery, buildings, and other facilities. Plans, budgets, and schedules facility modifications, including estimates on equipment, labor, materials and other related costs. Designs and develops organizational policies relevant to the facilities department. Oversees the coordination of building space allocation and layout, communication services and facilities expansion. May have responsibility for establishing and overseeing health and safety standards. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

What will you do?
Recruitment and Retention

• Recruit, interview and hire for the Environmental, Health, Facilities and Safety team.
• Communicate criteria to recruiters for the Environmental, Health, Facilities and Safety team.
• Coach Facilities and EHS staff in the interviewing/hiring process if required.
• Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.

Employee and Team Development

• Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
• Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility
• Programs, Safety & Health Programs, Emergency plans, Business Continuity Plan)
• Coach and mentor Facilities and EHS team members to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer
• Create and manage succession plans for EHS and Facilities function.

Performance Management

• Establish departmental goals and objectives in accordance with industry standards, and overall improvement / profitability of the company.
• Solicit ongoing feedback from peers and team member on team member's contribution to the Facilities and EHS team. Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback
• Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
• Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
• Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in departmental goals, in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
• Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
• Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.

Communication

• Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.
• Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and succinctly using an appropriate business style.
• Ask questions; encourage input from team members.
• Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.
• Influence organization to practice proper EHS procedures using marketing strategies and easy to use tools.
• Develop and implement the automation vision and strategy for the organization
• Develop cost effective and accelerated initiatives to meet high mix/low volume applications
• Drive technical automation teams in the development of innovative automation equipment and solution design(s)
• Optimize automation equipment, improve production efficiency, including where necessary reforming the existing automation technology.

May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience:

• 10 years of related experience in industrial maintenance and facilities
• 5 years of experience in management/technical experience in all aspects of facilities management, which includes Facilities Engineering and EHS Management experience
• Pharmaceutical facilities industry experience a plus
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational, financial, operations and computer skills.
• Direct supervisory experience in the disciplines mentioned above preferred.
• Proven skills in leadership.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Advanced PC skills
• Ability to tailor advanced quality tools training to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
• Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company's business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.
• Strong financial and analytical ability. Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.
• Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.
• Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.
• Strong and convincing communication skills.
• Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.requirements to enable company's business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets
• Extensive technical acumen in the field of automation including automation design and implementation
• Demonstrated track record leading multiple successful automation implementations

Who we are: Ketchum & Walton is a trusted manufacturers’ representative serving industry leaders in Noise Control, HVAC Equipment, and Indoor Air Quality. We help clients achieve greater efficiency and cost savings through innovative solutions in air filtration, architectural and interior noise control, HVAC systems, and vibration isolation.

We’re proud to partner with top-tier manufacturers who are committed to continuous improvement, cutting-edge research, and advancing technology. Our work environment reflects these values—creative, collaborative, and focused on solving complex problems for our clients.

At Ketchum & Walton, our core values are the foundation of everything we do. We’re a team that thinks strategically, works collectively, and strives to be a world-class organization. If you’re driven, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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What we need: The Sales Consultant (Architectural Acoustics) is results-driven and strategically aligned, requiring a proactive, competitive, and entrepreneurial-focused individual. It demands quick decision-making, innovation, and the ability to lead with confidence and urgency through change. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, goal-oriented leader who communicates effectively, adapts quickly, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Enthusiasm, accountability, and high performance are key, with an emphasis on successful behaviors and process.

Key Responsibilities

·         Documented Sales Plan (Sandler – Cookbook): Includes defining market segments such as Healthcare, Pharma, Industrial, Education, Government, Commercial, and Mission Critical. It covers territory management, organizing social events like trade shows, trade associations, lunch & learns, and personal entertainment. Sales activities including appointments, prospecting, site surveys, and entertainment are tracked diligently. The plan also requires accurate forecasting and budgeting of annual sales volume, margins, and product mix.

·        Industry Knowledge: Involves understanding appropriate product applications for each market segment (e.g., Healthcare), familiarity with online search tools and media resources like trade journals and business periodicals, and awareness of competitors' products, pricing, lead times, and services. Additionally, it requires the ability to read and interpret architectural/mechanical drawings and commitment to continued personal development within the specialty area.

·        Customer Knowledge: Entails recognizing behavioral characteristics and culture of clients (using tools like PI, or DISC), identifying and understanding the roles and influence of specifiers, influencers, and decision-makers, as well as understanding key performance drivers and success criteria by identifying and eliminating pain points. It also includes recognizing personal vulnerabilities within customer relationships and promptly mitigating risks, plus qualifying customers to ensure alignment with business goals.

·        Relationship Skills: Focuses on building and maintaining long-term relationships, networking effectively with clients and industry professionals to achieve business goals and ROI, contributing productively in team environments, and continuously self-reflecting through customer feedback to improve service quality.

·        Selling Skills: Centers on following a proven sales process (such as Sandler Sales Mastery) to improve results and shorten sales cycles. Key skills include prospecting and developing new business, setting meetings with clear upfront contracts, building rapport, employing strategic questioning to uncover customer needs, active listening and observation of verbal and non-verbal cues, presenting solutions that address those needs, using innovative sales tools (like manufacturer analytics, LCC, and multimedia presentations), matching solutions and pricing to ensure win-win outcomes, providing well-written, detailed proposals, handling objections effectively, negotiating for positive results without selling on price alone, and securing customer commitment to proceed.

·        Product Knowledge: Requires deep understanding of product features and benefits, proficient use of manufacturers’ sales tools, technical expertise to ensure correct application, ability to generate project- or customer-specific specifications, comprehensive knowledge of the filter, architectural industry and engineering principles, and capability to provide field guidance for installation and troubleshooting.

·        Quoting: Involves receiving customer bid lists and organizing bids in a calendar, reviewing bid drawings and specifications to identify opportunities for represented products, coordinating with factories to obtain scopes and quotes, compiling proposals for bidding contractors, and following up with customers to assess potential low bidders and arrange scope reviews.

·        Project Management: Includes verifying purchase orders against quotes, entering sales orders, setting up electronic job files, issuing material purchase orders, providing order status updates and expediting as needed, and managing project submittals documentation and closeout.

·        Travel: 15-20%

·        Other duties as assigned

What you need: Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education or certifications in relevant fields are a plus.
• Proven ability to develop and execute sales plans across diverse market segments.
• Strong knowledge/willingness to learn industry products and applications, including technical drawing interpretation.
• A baseline understanding of acoustics (noise control, interior acoustics) is a plus.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with a deep understanding of customer needs and decision-making processes.
• Proficient in a structured sales process (e.g., Sandler), with strong prospecting, qualifying, and closing abilities.
• Skilled negotiator with the ability to handle objections and secure customer commitments.
• Effective communicator, both written and verbal, with strong networking and teamwork capabilities. The ability to work and succeed as a team is paramount.
• Analytical mindset with experience managing bids, pricing, and competitive analysis.
• Detail-oriented and organized in managing orders, documentation, and project turnover.
• Proficient in software including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), Bluebeam, Adobe

Reports to: Director of Sales

Status: Full-Time, onsite

Job Class: Exempt

We are proud to be 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and committed to investing in our people. Our team members enjoy an extensive benefits package, including:

• Annual contribution into ESOP account
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums
• Biannual bonus opportunities
• Paid time off, holidays, and leaves
• 401(k) retirement plan
• And more!

Ketchum & Walton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need—regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Please note: We are not engaging with recruiting agencies for this position and will not respond to agency inquiries

Doka USA is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®! We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment where all of our team members can thrive. As one of the world’s leading companies for developing, manufacturing, and distributing formwork solutions for the construction sector, Doka employs more than 9,000 people in over 58 countries and is part of the family-owned Umdasch Group.

We Make It Work.

Doka USA is seeking an Area Manager to lead and support our Mid Atlantic branch while overseeing business development and performance across the assigned territory. This role is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and profitability of the branch, ensuring operational excellence while driving sales growth and overseeing engineering and support services across the DMV area.

The Area Manager serves as a key regional leader, responsible for managing territory performance, strengthening market presence, and aligning sales, engineering, and operational teams to deliver exceptional project outcomes. This role requires a strategic and hands-on leader with strong business acumen who can develop talent, build client partnerships, and execute territory growth strategies within the formwork and shoring market.

This position is based out of our Baltimore, MD location and reports directly to the Northern Region Director.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall business performance, strategic direction, and profitability of the branch and assigned territory by developing and executing business plans that drive revenue growth, market expansion, and operational excellence.
• Monitor branch and territory performance metrics and implement strategies to improve profitability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Provide leadership to cross-functional teams including sales, engineering, and operations to ensure strong collaboration, alignment, and successful project delivery.
• Drive business development across the territory by identifying new opportunities, strengthening relationships with contractors and key stakeholders, and expanding Doka’s regional market presence.
• Partner with the sales team to develop strategic account plans, support complex proposals, and secure major project opportunities.
• Provide leadership and direction to engineering teams to ensure project designs meet client requirements while complying with safety and industry standards and supporting timely project execution.
• Oversee branch operations including logistics, equipment utilization, inventory management, scheduling, and resource allocation while ensuring compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor branch personnel while conducting performance evaluations, setting clear goals, and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience within the construction, formwork, or shoring industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing territory performance, branch operations, and cross-functional teams.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth, business development, and market expansion.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, relationship management, and client engagement skills.
• Solid understanding of formwork and shoring systems, engineering principles, and construction processes.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience using project management tools and CRM systems.
  
  

In accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, Doka USA Ltd. is committed to providing a clear and equitable compensation structure. The base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 annually, which is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location.

This range represents the base pay for the position and does not include potential bonuses, commissions, benefits, or other forms of compensation. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer and in accordance with internal equity and market data.

Doka offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays) and an exciting opportunity to join as a member of Doka's team.

If working with some of the most impressive construction projects in the US and joining an industry leader excites you, please submit your resume by clicking below. Visit us on-line at for additional information on Doka USA, Ltd.

Doka USA, Ltd. 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.

If you are interested and have a strong competitive drive, positive attitude, a desire to learn and grow from your experiences, then this is your opportunity to make an immediate difference.

Please submit your resume and apply now.

External candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA.

Job Title: Intellectual Property Attorney - Associate General Counsel and Patent Counsel

Location: Hybrid -Rockville, Maryland, United States

Salary: $150,000-$325,000

Skills: Patent Law, Trademark Law, Molecular Biology or Computer Science, Licensing, Agreements

About the Biotechnology Company / The Opportunity:

We are a growing life sciences company that is expanding its Intellectual Property (IP) team and hiring for multiple IP-focused roles, including a patent counsel, an IP-focused associate general counsel, and an IP transactional associate general counsel. In these roles, you will work closely with inventors, internal teams, and external counsel to protect the company's intellectual property and support innovation. This is a unique opportunity to support cutting-edge research and help protect the company's valuable innovations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on intellectual property matters including patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and IP licensing.
• Manage patent portfolios, including drafting, filing, prosecuting, and maintaining domestic and international patent applications.
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts, including licensing, collaboration, supply, and material transfer agreements, with a focus on IP terms.
• Advise on IP strategy, risk mitigation, and enforcement, including potential litigation support.
• Collaborate with inventors and internal teams to support R&D, product development, and commercialization.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on IP protection, agreements, and best practices.

Must-Have Skills:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and a current license to practice before a state bar and admittance to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for Patent Counsel.
• 7-10+ years of combined legal experience at USPTO, law firm, or in-house legal team.
• Deep understanding of patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law and strong ability to manage complex IP portfolios and matters independently.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD preferred) in molecular biology, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related field, with at least 3 years of research or product development experience.
• Technical or scientific background in molecular biology, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related fields.

Position Title: Environmental Services Manager

Location: Capitol Heights Maryland onsite

Clearance Requirements: None required (ability to support government agencies preferred)

Position Status: Full Time

Pay Rate: $90k with benefits

Position Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Environmental Services Manager to lead environmental compliance and consulting services focused on stormwater management and air quality regulations. This role supports State, Local, Education (SLED), and Federal clients, delivering high‐quality environmental programs that ensure regulatory compliance, operational sustainability, and risk mitigation.

The Environmental Services Manager will oversee environmental compliance programs, manage and mentor technical teams, and serve as a trusted advisor to clients and regulatory agencies. This is an opportunity for a strategic environmental leader with deep regulatory expertise to guide complex compliance initiatives and contribute to impactful, mission‐driven projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Environmental Compliance & Program Management

• Lead environmental compliance programs related to stormwater and air quality regulations for industrial and government facilities
• Ensure compliance with EPA, state environmental agencies, and federal regulations, including the Clean Water Act (CWA) and Clean Air Act (CAA)
• Develop, implement, and maintain Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans
• Oversee NPDES permitting, compliance monitoring, sampling, and regulatory reporting
• Manage Title V and minor source air permits, emissions standards, and compliance requirements

Stormwater Management

• Lead stormwater compliance programs for industrial and government sites
• Conduct site inspections, outfall monitoring, and stormwater sampling
• Develop corrective action plans and implement Best Management Practices (BMPs)
• Support stormwater infrastructure planning, including drainage systems, retention ponds, and treatment systems
• Prepare Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and other regulatory documentation

Air Quality Management

• Manage air quality permitting and compliance programs
• Prepare air emission inventories and regulatory reports
• Coordinate stack testing, emissions monitoring, and compliance audits
• Implement pollution control strategies and continuous compliance improvement initiatives

Government Contract Support (SLED & Federal)

• Support environmental services contracts with state agencies, municipalities, universities, and federal organizations
• Ensure projects meet contract requirements, regulatory standards, and reporting deliverables
• Coordinate with contracting officials and agency representatives
• Contribute to proposal development and technical documentation for government bids

Leadership & Project Management

• Manage and mentor environmental technicians, scientists, and consultants
• Oversee environmental projects from planning through completion
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables
• Provide technical guidance and foster professional development within the team
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and compliance stakeholders

Client Engagement & Advisory

• Serve as a primary environmental compliance advisor for clients
• Conduct environmental assessments and compliance audits
• Present technical findings and compliance strategies to clients and regulators
• Develop long‐term environmental compliance and sustainability strategies

Required Skills / Education:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in environmental compliance with a focus on stormwater and air quality programs
• Proven experience working with EPA, state environmental agencies, and environmental permitting processes
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Clean Water Act (CWA)
• Clean Air Act (CAA)
• NPDES permitting
• SWPPP development and implementation
• Air emissions monitoring and reporting
• Experience managing environmental projects and leading technical teams
• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as:
• Certified Environmental Professional (CEP)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience supporting SLED or Federal environmental contracts
• Background in industrial environmental compliance (manufacturing, infrastructure, logistics, waste management, or similar sectors)
• Familiarity with environmental compliance software and monitoring systems

Key Skills & SEO Keywords Environmental Compliance Management, Stormwater Management, SWPPP, NPDES, Air Quality Compliance, Title V Permitting, Environmental Audits, Regulatory Reporting, Government Contracting, EPA Regulations, Environmental Consulting, Project Management, Team Leadership

About Seneca Resources

At Seneca Resources, we are more than a staffing and consulting firm—we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we connect professionals to opportunities that help them grow their careers while making a real impact.

When you work with Seneca, you gain access to meaningful roles, competitive compensation, comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement plans, and a dedicated team that advocates for you at every step of your career journey.

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Position: Maintenance Technician

Reports to: Direct: Property Manager

Indirect: VP, Engineering; Facilities Supervisor

Location: The Blairs, Silver Spring, MD

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide the highest level of customer service to existing and potential residents, demonstrated through both attitude and a sense of urgency to respond to customers’ needs. As the maintenance technician onsite, assume proactive and proprietary interest in for maintaining the physical asset of the property under the direction of the Property Manager with technical support from the Blairs Facilities Supervisor, Chief Engineer, and VP of Engineering.

As the maintenance technician on site, responsibilities include, (but are not limited to):

• Ensure timely completion of maintenance service requests.
• Record all maintenance and/or repair performed in accordance with the guidelines established by management or policy/procedure.
• Responsible for the vigilant pursuit of improvements or repairs needed on a proactive basis (without a service request assigned).
• Responsible for the coordination and recordation of all maintenance/safety related inspections (i.e., smoke detectors, water treatment, temperatures, etc.).
• Responsible for communicating any issue of concern, whether technical or customer oriented, to supervisors to ensure consistency in resolution.
• Monitor/walk vacant apartments weekly, or more often if directed, and complete make-ready process of vacant apartments in a timely manner. Ensure system data is updated upon completion and communicate with Property Manager upon completion.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to include building has adequate stock for daily operations, working within prescribed budget and cost limitations.
• Ensure the maintenance shop is organized and maintained for efficiency, as well as for compliance to safety standards.
• Schedule, assist and monitor all work being performed by outside contractors. Ensure completion to Tower’s standards and expectations per the approved work order scope given.
• Assist with the Preventative Maintenance Program as scheduled and directed. Coordinate special projects as directed by the Property Manager or the VP, Engineering.
• Monitor and maintain all building systems. Communicate any systems issues or problems to the Property Manager as well as the Chief Engineer at the Blairs. If escalated, report major issues to the VP, Engineering.
• Complete grounds work as directed by Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other areas and performing work within the parking garage and surfaces.
• Complete snow or ice removal prior to business hours, (7am) and treat walks and public surfaces to ensure safety for our employees and residents.
• Responsible for alerting the Property Manager of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that have taken place or that may occur.
• Complete payroll time sheets weekly to record working hours.
• Maintain a professional, courteous manner with all residents, vendors, contractors, and fellow employees.
• Assure safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines.
• Ensure compliance of all work related activities in a fair, ethical, and consistent manner.
• Follow established company policies and those outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Maintain a high rating, or high positive score for all customer reviews.
• This job requires exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly; You will often be exposed to elements, as there is some work required to be performed outside of the building. You will be required to reach, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, grip and use small and large motor skills.
• Special projects and other responsibilities as may be determined

Required skills and attitudes:

• Extremely strong customer service orientation and mindset. A natural desire to exceed the expectations of the residents of Blair Plaza (and flexible to assist throughout the Blairs District).
• Minimum of 1-2 years apartment maintenance experience with strong employment references.
• Basic maintenance skills, including basic plumbing, electrical, drywall, tile, carpet repair, etc.
• HVAC certification highly preferred; a willingness to obtain HVAC certification is required
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• A willingness to communicate issues as they arise and maintain a culture or transparency.
• This position requires a rotational shift of on-call duties after normal business hours.
• Must be able to respond to an emergency onsite within 30 minutes.
• Must be able arrive to work prior to normal business hours for emergencies, or snow or ice removal to ensure the safety of our residents.

Computer skills:

• Minimum of basic knowledge of computers
• Ability to use Outlook, Yardi
• Advanced knowledge of MS Word and Excel Preferred

*All candidates considered for hire must complete and pass a background check and drug test with outcomes that meet Tower’s standards for hire.

The Tower Companies is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collaborative and exciting work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan.