The Role
Company Summary
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Facilities Manager in our Hughes Network Systems division. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:
Skills and Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $97,500.00/Year - $130,000.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.
Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.
Department Summary
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Facilities Manager in our Hughes Network Systems division. This position will be located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish workplace procedures/policies
- Recommend and implement preventative measures to ensure continuous, uninterrupted service
- Ensure compliance with State and Federal regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to, OSHA, EPA, HAZMAT, and Health, Fire & Life Safety, working with internal Safety Teams
- Direct activities of workers engaged in 24x7 operation and maintenance of facilities
- Ensure certification of staff in all responsible areas
- Schedule and conduct frequent inspections of facilities, grounds and equipment to determine the need and extent of service, repair and equipment required and to ensure employee safety
- Inspect and ensure maintenance of security fence perimeter, entry gates and surveillance systems, snow removal, lawn maintenance, pest control, etc
- Maintain accurate PMI documentation and works closely with Security
- Ensure overall maintenance of the site's appearance to meet company standards
- Plan and manage department budget
- Recommend infrastructure improvements to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness of site operations
- Purchase building and maintenance supplies, machinery, equipment and furniture
- Direct, monitor and control contracted projects to ensure adherence to specifications and ensure deadlines are met, this may include the preparation of construction specifications or plans, obtain advice from engineering personnel, assembling and analyzing contract bids,submitting bids and recommendations to the management team
- Manage outside vendor contracts including janitorial and special cleaning requirements (building facades, antennas, data centers and on-air areas), annual maintenance agreements, fueling, painting, general
- Represent the site at internal and external meetings and communicate information to management
- Manage multiple locations
- Hire, train and supervise department personnel
- Compile and or review records of labor and material cost for operating building and specifications or plans
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:
- 15 years of experience in building maintenance to include: HVAC, Electrical, Fire Suppression, detection systems, Generators, UPS's as well as general maintenance and construction
- 10 years of experience managing a large-scale, diverse office, mission-critical and manufacturing facilities
- Prior experience reading and interpreting blueprints and detailed schematics as well as operational procedures
Skills and Qualifications:
- Climb ladders to heights of up to 20 feet
- Work with hands and arms above their head for an extended period of time
- Carry equipment up to 50 pounds
- Be able to work repetitive tasks like installing/deinstalling equipment
- Work in a 24x7x365 work environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master Electrical or Master HVAC/R license
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Write routine reports and correspondence, SOP's (Electrical/Maintenance Systems)
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
- Able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
- Able to interact effectively with team members and provide guidance as needed. Must have ability to read and interpret written instructions, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
- Have basic computer experience in databases, word processing, and spreadsheet applications
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
Salary Ranges
Compensation: $97,500.00/Year - $130,000.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
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EchoStar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and discretionary profit sharing stand out as stronger elements of the package. These features bolster long-term savings alongside standard coverage.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discount expands opportunities for employee ownership. This complements retirement features and can add upside for those who value equity participation.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Access to counseling, legal/financial assistance, HSAs/FSAs, pet insurance, and TV/mobile service discounts broadens the lifestyle and wellbeing offering. Such add-ons provide everyday support beyond core medical and retirement benefits.
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The Company
What We Do
Tune into the innovation, collaboration and culture that our team members bring to the office every day. We want you to be a part of our journey to build the next generation of technology that transforms the way the world communicates. Our team members are the key to our history of groundbreaking innovation and our continued progress. If you bring an inquisitive curiosity, a sense of pride in your work, an openness to adventure and a drive to win, we’ll provide the structure to take the next step in your career. This is more than just another job, this is your launchpad to achieve your potential and a community dedicated to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At EchoStar, we work to create opportunity and cultivate an environment where people thrive. Between our brands, our partners, our teams and our customers, the opportunities are endless. Get started on your next career adventure with EchoStar!
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EchoStar Offices
OnSite Workspace
All team members are in person at one of our locations across the globe. We proudly call Colorado home with several corporate offices in the Denver-Metro area and 4,000+ team members in the Denver-Metro area.
Typical time on-site:
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Corporate Headquarters - Meridian
DISH Network Technologies
Downtown Denver Office - DGC
EchoStar & Hughes
Hyderabad Office
Wireless Headquarters - Riverfront
DISH Network Technologies India Pvt. Ltd
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