Facilities Manager

Job Description

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major US markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O'DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations' top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

CBS2 TELEVISION / KCAL 9 TELEVISION, A TV station duopoly in Southern California, is looking for an experienced Facilities Manager who will be responsible for the overall maintenance guidance, support, and upkeep of the KCBS/KCAL Studio City Broadcast Center. The Manager will also oversee the upkeep of equipment and supplies, determine and schedule repairs or renovation projects, and coordinate safety inspections. The position requires diverse trade experience spanning a wide range of engineering disciplines, including electrical, HVAC/mechanical and plumbing. The Facilities Manager will also possess excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills. The Facilities Manager reports directly to the Director of Operations and Engineering.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Oversee the general maintenance aspects of the 212,000 square foot facility interior and immediate exterior spaces.
• Coordinate with vendors and trades to complete repairs and projects on time and within budget.
• supervise a staff of 5 in maintenance and facilities services.
• Must have deep knowledge of Federal/State/Local regulations and codes and maintain strict building compliance with all relevant laws and codes.
• Must possess working knowledge of large emergency power generation systems, UPS systems, large HVAC chiller systems.
• Anticipate and schedule maintenance windows to minimize downtime for the 24/7/365 facility
• On-call 7/24/365 for building emergencies
• Maintain meticulous records for service intervals and industry compliance
• Provide assistance for Broadcast Engineering, Facilities Operations, and Mailroom related issues and projects.
• Assist Finance team in forecasting department spending and managing vendor payments.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline preferred

5+ years of facilities management experience required

Certification in related fields of expertise a plus

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

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