What it pays
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Half of all Facilities Managers in the U.S. earn more than $106,660 a year — the middle 80% land between $64,480 and $176,120. About 156,180 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Facilities Managers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Managers earn about ₹50,473 a month on average — around ₹6.1 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$106,660typical pay / year
156,180people in this work
$176,120+top 10% earn
₹6.1 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Protecting4
Oversee security and access control
+Review the front desk visitor logs, CCTV incident reports, and door-controller event history from this week,…
Oversee security and access control
+Review the front desk visitor logs, CCTV incident reports, and door-controller event history from this week, flag unresolved access exceptions, assign immediate follow-up to Sam on staffing gaps, and schedule a contractor audit for Thursday morning.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookESCOjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Plan space and workplace arrangements
+Measure current equipment layout and foot-traffic choke points, sketch a revised floor plan that adds two…
Plan space and workplace arrangements
+Measure current equipment layout and foot-traffic choke points, sketch a revised floor plan that adds two small-group zones and a clear emergency route, get Sarah's approval by Wednesday, and publish the new workplace plan for staff briefing on Friday.
The tools that do the workAutodesk AutoCADjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
+Inventory consumables and retail stock, create a reorder list for low items with preferred suppliers and…
Acquire, distribute and store supplies.
+Inventory consumables and retail stock, create a reorder list for low items with preferred suppliers and target delivery dates, instruct reception to check incoming shipments, and file the restock receipts in the storeroom log by close of business Tuesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptionsO*NET
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Develop and implement maintenance schedules
+Draft a quarterly preventive maintenance calendar for cardio and weight equipment, assign weekly cleaning and…
Develop and implement maintenance schedules
+Draft a quarterly preventive maintenance calendar for cardio and weight equipment, assign weekly cleaning and monthly safety checks to technicians, set escalation steps for failed checks, and circulate the schedule to maintenance and front-desk teams by Monday morning.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Projectjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work16
Set goals and deadlines for the department.
+Set department KPIs for membership growth, class utilisation, equipment downtime and cleanliness scores,…
Set goals and deadlines for the department.
+Set department KPIs for membership growth, class utilisation, equipment downtime and cleanliness scores, assign owners, and set firm monthly targets and review dates through the end of the quarter so I can report at the monthly ops meeting on Friday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.
+Run a one-hour training session for front desk and floor staff teaching opening, closing and incident…
Conduct classes to teach procedures to staff.
+Run a one-hour training session for front desk and floor staff teaching opening, closing and incident procedures, distribute the step-by-step checklist, schedule two peer-observed practice shifts this week and log attendance for my review.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft PowerPointGoogle WorkspaceO*NET
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Dispose of, or oversee the disposal of, surplus or unclaimed property.
+Catalogue all surplus and unclaimed items with descriptions and photos, notify owners by email for two weeks,…
Dispose of, or oversee the disposal of, surplus or unclaimed property.
+Catalogue all surplus and unclaimed items with descriptions and photos, notify owners by email for two weeks, then arrange charitable pickup or disposal and record the final disposal method and value for our asset log.
The tools that do the workGoogle DocsO*NET
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Manage leasing of facility space.
+Review current lease agreements, list rentable areas with square metres, propose rental rates and minimum…
Manage leasing of facility space.
+Review current lease agreements, list rentable areas with square metres, propose rental rates and minimum terms, prepare a one‑page offer package for prospective tenants, and schedule viewings for next Tuesday and Thursday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Ensure buildings meet health and safety standards
+Inspect all floors, studios and equipment, update the compliance checklist with any hazards, assign…
Ensure buildings meet health and safety standards
+Inspect all floors, studios and equipment, update the compliance checklist with any hazards, assign corrective actions with deadlines, and schedule a follow-up audit in two weeks to ensure health and safety standards are met.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptions
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Manage vendor and contractor relationships
+Compile a vendor scorecard covering price, responsiveness, safety record and SLA performance, flag…
Manage vendor and contractor relationships
+Compile a vendor scorecard covering price, responsiveness, safety record and SLA performance, flag underperformers, propose contract changes or replacements, and circulate recommendations to procurement and the general manager by Wednesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptions
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Manage catering services
+Book breakfast and lunch catering for the Saturday morning bootcamp and evening open gym, confirm menu meets…
Manage catering services
+Book breakfast and lunch catering for the Saturday morning bootcamp and evening open gym, confirm menu meets halal and vegan needs, set delivery to arrive at 08:00 and 17:30 in the studio, and confirm invoice matches agreed rates before approving.
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Assist with minor repairs
+Arrange a same-day handyperson visit for the broken treadmill belt and the loose squat rack bolt, log the…
Assist with minor repairs
+Arrange a same-day handyperson visit for the broken treadmill belt and the loose squat rack bolt, log the faults with photos, prioritise the treadmill, and notify members using the class WhatsApp that equipment is temporarily out of service.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OutlookESCO
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Serve as a contact person for residents
+Act as the residents' gym contact for the building manager: collect incident reports, relay weekly cleaning…
Serve as a contact person for residents
+Act as the residents' gym contact for the building manager: collect incident reports, relay weekly cleaning and opening-hour updates, escalate noise or security complaints to building management, and confirm receipt of any maintenance requests.
The tools that do the workGoogle WorkspaceESCO
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Examine the conditions of buildings
+Walk the facility with the weekly checklist, photograph any ceiling leaks, floor cracks or broken locks, note…
Examine the conditions of buildings
+Walk the facility with the weekly checklist, photograph any ceiling leaks, floor cracks or broken locks, note exact locations and urgency, assign remedial actions to the maintenance team, and send a prioritized report to the operations manager by close of day.
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Monitor and evaluate service provider performance
+Review last month’s service logs, inspect the pool plant room and locker areas, score the cleaner KPIs…
Monitor and evaluate service provider performance
+Review last month’s service logs, inspect the pool plant room and locker areas, score the cleaner KPIs against the contract, note any missed cleans or repairs, then send a short performance summary with recommended corrective actions to Anna in procurement by Wednesday.
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Prioritize operational tasks and respond to issues
+List today’s open maintenance tickets, rank them by safety impact and member disruption, assign urgent items…
Prioritize operational tasks and respond to issues
+List today’s open maintenance tickets, rank them by safety impact and member disruption, assign urgent items to the duty technician and update the front desk script so staff can respond consistently.
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Create strategic management systems for infrastructure
+Draft a rolling three-year facilities plan that maps lifecycle dates for HVAC, flooring and lockers,…
Create strategic management systems for infrastructure
+Draft a rolling three-year facilities plan that maps lifecycle dates for HVAC, flooring and lockers, specifies inspection frequencies and a budget profile, then circulate to Marcus and the regional facilities lead for input.
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Maintain detailed records of processes and contacts
+Compile a central contact and process manual with vendor contacts, equipment warranties, cleaning checklists…
Maintain detailed records of processes and contacts
+Compile a central contact and process manual with vendor contacts, equipment warranties, cleaning checklists and escalation steps, save the master file in the team drive and notify shift leads to use it for handovers.
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Manage an organization's buildings, sites, and workplaces
+Walk the site today, verify cleaners followed the daily checklists, record any recurrent issues with photos,…
Manage an organization's buildings, sites, and workplaces
+Walk the site today, verify cleaners followed the daily checklists, record any recurrent issues with photos, update the roster to plug gaps, and send a corrective cleaning brief to the contractor with a 72-hour recovery plan.
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Oversee cleaning services
+Audit the weekly cleaning schedule, measure compliance against the checklists, produce a two-page exception…
Oversee cleaning services
+Audit the weekly cleaning schedule, measure compliance against the checklists, produce a two-page exception report showing missed zones and suggested frequency changes, then discuss the report at Friday’s operations meeting.
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