FACILITIES MANAGER 2024-2025 SY

Facilities Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Facilities Manager as a full-time staff member of our staff that helps to support both our instructional and leadership & support teammates by offering a helping hand at key points throughout the school day.  If you are looking to become involved in schools and are committed to helping all scholars succeed, apply today!   To find out more, visit our website.

COMPETENCIES

Our ideal Facilities Manager should: 

• Be self-motivated and able to problem solve effectively.
• Spanish speaking a plus
• Be willing to take on new and varied tasks.
• Have the ability to learn quickly. 
• Be a team player who is friendly and is able to communicate effectively with the team.
• Open to feedback and flexible in new and changing situations. 
• Enjoy working with students and have a desire to build strong relationships with them and their families. 

This position may require:

• Exposure to temperature variations and wet conditions.  
• Walking and working on uneven and slick surfaces. 
• Reaching above and below shoulder height. 
• Using a ladder or stool to reach product or supplies. 
• Frequent repetitive hand motion.
• Frequent excessive standing during assigned work day.
• Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, pull, sit, stand, walk, reach, crouch, climb, balance, kneel, and stoop.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Some of the responsibilities associated with this role:

• Ensure that the facility is fully operational with all utilities functioning properly
• Schedule and supervise maintenance repair work and assist with checking installation and servicing building equipment
• Oversee any renovations, refurbishments and building projects
• Maintain stock levels and parts within budget
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations (fire, electrical, elevator, food safety)
• Oversee maintenance of buildings and grounds
• Oversee and coordinate with outside contractors and services (snow removal, landscaping, garbage removal)
• Ensure facility is safe during inclement weather
• Advise on measures to improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the facility
• Supervise cafeteria assistant/custodial staff
• Deal with emergencies as they arise including non-working hours if an emergency occurs
• Plan for the future by forecasting the facility’s upcoming needs and requirements
• Help with office and classroom relocations
• Assist with food operations (as needed)
• Support school-wide special projects or events
• Maintain the cleanliness of the school during the day by helping with sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning refrigerators, freezers, storage areas, and maintaining garbage collection areas as needed. 
• Assist in the sanitization of the school including wiping down surfaces, using the UVC lights, and using the disinfectant sprayer.
• Accept deliveries, organize, and maintain storage areas.  
• Provide light landscaping to keep school grounds clean. 
• Maintain communication with custodial staff and management on a daily basis.
• Assist with other school duties as needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage personnel and multiple facilities
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and associated computerized controls.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• General knowledge of electric and plumbing.
• Knowledge of general maintenance and cleaning practices and procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite or related software.
• Comfortable using technology and different management systems. 

Education and Experience:

• Possession of a valid Education Facility Manager Certificate preferred 
• A minimum of three years of experience as a Supervisor, Manager or Director of Buildings and Grounds.  
• Proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position.

Cresthaven Academy Charter School offers a competitive salary and benefits, commensurate with experience and skills. Cresthaven Academy Charter School  is an equal opportunity employer.