Facilities Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Median wages for the broader occupation, Facilities Managers, are $46.37 / hour. |
Education: |
Associate's degree
is typically required.
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On the Job: |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Facilities Managers *
U S |
$36.87 | $48.56 | $63.05 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$37.3 | $46.37 | $57.82 |
Central Minnesota |
$35.71 | $44.18 | $52.83 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$33.29 | $40.7 | $51.54 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$31.4 | $39.93 | $49.2 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$35.51 | $44.57 | $53.65 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$32.22 | $41.36 | $49.78 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$38.69 | $47.83 | $60.5 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 2550 workers employed in this small career.
Current Demand
This career is currently in high demand.
Future Demand
No data available.
On the Job
Typical Work Tasks
This is a new or emerging career specialty. No task data is available yet.
Typical Working Conditions
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Education & Credentials
Educational Requirements
Associate's degree
Work Experience and Training Requirements
Nationally, this career typically requires:
- Less than 5 years related work experience for entry.
- Moderate-term on-the-job training to become competent.
Transfer Options
Helpful High School Courses
Examples of helpful classes that help you prepare for this career:
In Minnesota, your school may have developed a Program of Study in this career area. A Program of Study is an academic and career plan developed by your high school to help move you towards a career and college path. A Program of Study can help you:
- Select high school classes that prepare you for college and getting a job
- Understand how the classes you're taking in high school lead to a career
- Identify extra-curricular activities that are related to your career interest
- See what classes at your school offer early college credit that will save you time and money towards your college expenses
- Graduate from high school prepared for your next step toward the career you choose
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Skills & Knowledge
Most Important Skills for Facilities Managers
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Most Important Knowledge Areas for Facilities Managers
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Interests
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Describe Your Skills
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Careers that Use Similar Skills
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Where Do Facilities Managers Work?
Facilities Managers often work in the following industries.
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