Staff, Facilities

EV Facility Manager

The EV Facility Manager supports EVgo-the EV charging operator. This 16,000 square foot space located in El Segundo, California, is EVgo's Corporate Headquarters and Laboratory. The Facility Manager is a newly created position that will support a daily workforce comprised of engineers, technicians, and professional staff. Responsibilities include forklift operation, shipping/receiving, material handling, warehouse organization, OSHA reports, and equipment staging. This role is non-union and requires strong collaboration, safety awareness, and hands on technical support in a fast-paced high voltage facility.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations in our industrial spaces consisting of office, production, manufacturing, and test support.
• Scope mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) work as space evolves and changes.
• Project manage capital improvement projects. From pre-construction, budgeting, execution, to customer handover, you own it end to end.
• Collaborate with equipment owners on future equipment moves and planning that is inclusive of the space, ensuring the utilities are in place and the workflow is efficient for all.
• Responsible for the preventative and corrective maintenance program for your sites and ensure those programs are aligned to ensure reliability and uptime.
• Develop and maintain facilities, SOPs, safety reports, and documentation.
• Maintain fire suppression, HVAC, plumbing, water tanks, emergency generators, and other general mechanical and infrastructure repairs that support our spaces.
• Assist the Office Administrator as required to ensure our facilities operate seamlessly.
• Promote positive company culture by working with the senior leadership to create a can-do, customer focused working environment and present a professional image.
• A self-starter who can take initiative and drive results without oversite.
• Lead and manage Maintenance, Sanitation, Safety, and Housekeeping teams across the facility.
• Own preventive maintenance and repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and life-safety systems.
• Partner closely with program leadership and administration to align facilities with operational needs.
• Maintain maintenance logs, vendor documentation, compliance records, and equipment inventory
• Ensure compliance with ADA, OSHA, fire/life safety, and building regulations
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and material-handling equipment to move EV chargers and electrical components.
• Perform shipping/receiving worldwide: inspect deliveries, verify documentation, prepare outbound freight, and process labels/BOLs.
• Support onsite and offsite personnel by staging equipment, setting up test bays, preparing hardware for evaluation, performance screening and/or mass deployment. (Software team uses sustaining engineering as a resource for conducting on-site screening of equipment and team does come into the lab as well.)
• Maintain warehouse organization, inventory accuracy, and proper storage of EV charging equipment and tools.
• Assist in basic maintenance of facility equipment and report and issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and high-voltage safety protocols, complete safety logs and facility-related equipment inspections.
• Coordinate facility consumables including PPE, cleaning supplies, and packaging materials.
• Work under the direction of hardware, operations and software engineering teams during testing, facility improvements, or field prep.
• Back up Office Administrator as needed and cover front office during breaks.

Qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.

Desired Skills:

• OSHA Forklift certified.
• Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs and work in a hands-on industrial environment.
• Experience working with engineers, technicians, or professional technical teams.
• Strong organizational skills and familiarity with basic inventory systems.
• Experience in vendor management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure: able to manage competing priorities and urgent issues.
• Comfortable with work order systems, email, and project tracking tools.
• Experience in EV charging, automotive, electrical equipment, or light manufacturing.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of high-voltage safety, PPE requirements, or lockout/tagout practices.
• Experience supporting engineering test environments or prototype builds.
• NFPA 70 Training
• Cal/OSHA 10 Hour Certified
• Electrician Experience
• Working Hours: 7/8 am-4/5 pm

Benefits and Perks:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus mental wellbeing support and wellness programs
• Financial Benefits: 401(k), Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care, life and disability insurance
• Work-Life Support: Uncapped paid time off, enhanced parental leave, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Care Navigation & Support: Access to Health Advocate services for help with claims, provider searches, and care decisions
• Flexible Care Options: Telehealth services for convenient, low-cost access to care
• Growth & Development: Mentorship programs and opportunities for career growth and internal mobility
• Additional Perks: Monthly Tech Stipend, one-time home office setup reimbursement, Volunteer time off, commuter benefits, and employee focused programs

Additional Information:

• Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer discretionary target cash bonuses, restricted stock units (subject to Board Approval), and a comprehensive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance, unbounded paid time off including parental leave, and a 401(k).

About EVgo:

EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is one of the nation's largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles. Our mission is to build a sustainable business that powers our transportation and protects our planet. As a leader in clean transportation, EVgo sits at the intersection of technology, infrastructure, and innovation.

We are rapidly expanding our national footprint through strategic partnerships with retailers, automakers, rideshare and, fleets, bringing fast charging to communities across the country. EVgo enables drivers of all makes and models to charge where they want, when they want.

At EVgo, sustainability is not just what we do; it is who we are. We are committed to reducing carbon emissions, advancing clean energy solutions, and building infrastructure that supports a more sustainable future. We believe great companies are built by great people. Our culture is mission driven, customer centric, collaborative, and innovative, with a strong focus on creating an environment where employees can grow and make a lasting positive impact. Join us as we charge forward.