Facility Manager (Live-In) - School Campus

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Join Campus Services Group (CSG) as a Facility Manager!

The Live-In Facility Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, safety, and security of the school campus while residing in a school-provided residence on campus. This individual serves as the primary on-site facilities representative, ensuring the campus remains safe, functional, and well-maintained for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

 

The Facilty Manager performs preventative maintenance, responds to emergencies after hours, oversees custodial operations, coordinates contractors, and maintains all building systems. This position requires a highly dependable, hands-on professional who takes pride in maintaining a first-class educational environment and can respond quickly to emergencies due to living on campus.

Responsibilities

Building Operations & Maintenance

• Perform daily inspections of all campus buildings, grounds, and mechanical spaces.
• Maintain HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, fire alarm, life safety, and building automation systems.
• Complete preventative maintenance and routine repairs to extend equipment life.
• Troubleshoot and repair facility issues or coordinate specialized vendors when necessary.
• Maintain campus appearance by ensuring buildings and grounds remain clean, safe, and operational.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from faculty, staff, and administration.

Emergency Response (Live-In Responsibilities)

• Serve as the primary on-site emergency contact outside normal business hours.
• Respond to emergencies including:
  • HVAC failures
  • Plumbing leaks
  • Electrical outages
  • Fire alarms
  • Flooding
  • Storm damage
  • Security concerns
• Coordinate emergency vendors when needed.
• Assist emergency responders and school leadership during critical incidents.
• Ensure campus operations can safely resume following emergencies.

Custodial & Staff Leadership

• Supervise and support custodial personnel assigned to the campus.
• Inspect cleaning quality and building presentation daily.
• Assist with scheduling and work assignments.
• Train staff on proper cleaning procedures and safety practices.
• Promote accountability and maintain high cleanliness standards throughout the campus.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Coordinate outside contractors performing repairs or capital projects.
• Ensure contractors follow school policies and safety procedures.
• Inspect completed work for quality and compliance.
• Assist with obtaining quotes and recommending vendors.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and applicable state and local building codes.
• Conduct routine safety inspections.
• Maintain emergency equipment, fire extinguishers, exit lighting, and life safety systems.
• Assist with regulatory inspections and documentation.
• Promote a culture of safety throughout the campus.

Event Support

• Assist with room setups, campus events, athletic events, and special functions.
• Coordinate furniture moves and campus logistics.
• Ensure facilities are prepared before and restored after events.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain maintenance logs and preventative maintenance records.
• Track inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Recommend capital improvements and equipment replacements.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting maintenance needs.
• Communicate regularly with school leadership regarding facility conditions.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of building maintenance or facilities experience.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or lead maintenance role.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • HVAC systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Plumbing
  • Mechanical equipment
  • Carpentry
  • Building maintenance
• Ability to troubleshoot multiple building systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred

• Experience working in schools, colleges, universities, hospitals, or commercial facilities.
• EPA Universal Certification.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
• Fire/Life Safety certifications (where applicable).
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS).

 

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about managing safe, clean, and functional school environments, apply now to become a School Facility Manager at CSG!