Pengate Handling Systems is one of the leading material handling equipment and warehouse solutions providers in the Northeast. As an authorized Raymond dealer, we help businesses improve productivity through innovative equipment, automation, warehouse solutions, rentals, service, parts, and fleet management.
Our success is built on strong customer relationships, operational excellence, and the dedication of our employees. We foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture where employees are empowered to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on our customers and the organization.
If you're looking to join a company that values teamwork, integrity, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service, we'd love to hear from you.
Pengate Handling Systems is seeking a proactive and organized Facilities & EHS Specialist to oversee the day-to-day management of our facilities while supporting company-wide environmental, health, and safety initiatives. This position is ideal for a safety professional looking to expand into facilities management or a facilities professional with a strong interest in workplace safety.
As the primary point of contact for facility operations, you will partner closely with branch leadership, service managers, procurement, and third-party vendors to ensure our locations remain safe, compliant, well-maintained, and operationally efficient. You'll play a key role in managing facility projects, coordinating vendor services, supporting regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across our branch network.
Duties & Responsibilities
Facilities Management
- Manage facility maintenance projects and day-to-day building operations across multiple branch locations.
- Partner with onsite coordinators and service managers to prioritize facility repairs and operational needs.
- Coordinate vendors and contractors for repairs, preventative maintenance, capital improvements, and facility upgrades.
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with company standards.
- Partner with Procurement to manage vendor relationships, service agreements, leases, and facility contracts.
- Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, and other building systems.
- Track facility work orders, maintenance requests, project status, and expenditures.
- Coordinate facility support services including janitorial, landscaping, snow removal, pest control, waste removal, and recycling.
- Manage workspace planning, office moves, furniture procurement, and facility space utilization.
- Assist with facility budgeting and capital improvement planning.
Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)
- Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT (where applicable), and other federal, state, and local regulations.
- Conduct facility inspections, safety audits, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and risk assessments.
- Identify workplace hazards and partner with leadership to implement corrective actions.
- Participate in incident investigations, determine root causes, and assist in developing preventative measures.
- Coordinate contractor safety programs and ensure third-party vendors comply with Pengate safety standards.
- Support emergency preparedness efforts including evacuation planning, fire drills, spill response, and business continuity planning.
- Maintain OSHA logs, inspection records, training documentation, and regulatory compliance files.
- Monitor facility sustainability initiatives, including energy consumption, waste management, and recycling programs.
- Support the development and delivery of safety training programs that promote a strong culture of safety throughout the organization.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across various locations.
- Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and facility projects from planning through completion.
- Knowledge of commercial building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and security systems, is preferred.
- Understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.
- High attention to detail with excellent follow-through.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Experience with CMMS, facilities management software, or work order management systems is preferred.
Education & Experience
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
- Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
- 3–5 years of experience in facilities management, occupational safety, environmental health and safety, project coordination, or a related field.
- Experience supporting multiple locations is preferred.
- Experience in industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or material handling environments is highly desirable.
- Candidates with a strong safety background who are interested in growing into facilities management are encouraged to apply.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer.
- Frequent travel between branch locations as needed.
- Ability to walk through warehouse, shop, and office environments to conduct inspections and oversee projects.
- Ability to climb ladders, access rooftops, and navigate mechanical spaces when necessary.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and stand for extended periods while conducting inspections or managing projects.
- Ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to weather conditions and industrial settings.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability and Supplemental Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement
- Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
Pengate Handling Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
