Roaming Facility Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Department: Facilities Management – School Facility Management, LLC
Reports To: Senior Facility Manager
Employment Type: Hourly (non-exempt)

Compensation: Starting at $32 per hour / based on experience

Work Site: Multiple small campuses and facilities throughout the Nashville area

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (flexibility required based on operational needs)

About SFM

School Facility Management (SFM) provides professional facilities and management services to institutional, nonprofit, and faith-based clients. Our team members represent SFM's commitment to quality, reliability, and respectful service.

We believe a career should be more than just a job — it should be a meaningful and challenging journey that makes a difference. At SFM, you join a mission-driven team that prioritizes people, purpose, and continuous improvement.

Partnership – We operate with trust, integrity, and transparency.
Excellence – We pursue the highest standards through innovation and accountability.
Positivity – We bring a solutions-oriented, service-first mindset every day.
Respectfulness – We foster an inclusive, professional environment where everyone is valued.
Growth – We invest in our people through development, advancement, and meaningful work.

What we offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with 50% employer match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Generous PTO and holidays
• Company-provided phone or reimbursement
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A collaborative, high-performance culture

Position Summary:

SFM is seeking a hands-on Roaming Facility Manager to oversee and support maintenance operations across a portfolio of mission-driven client sites throughout the Nashville area, including schools, churches, nonprofit organizations, and community facilities.

This is a highly independent working manager role for someone who enjoys both leading and actively performing maintenance work in the field. The ideal candidate is resourceful, self-motivated, organized, and capable of balancing facility management responsibilities while also performing hands-on repairs and preventive maintenance.

The Roaming Facility Manager will serve as the primary SFM facilities representative for multiple assigned accounts, ensuring buildings are safe, functional, compliant, and well-maintained while building strong client relationships and responding proactively to operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility Operations & Maintenance

• Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs involving plumbing, electrical, lighting, HVAC support, carpentry, painting, doors/hardware, and general building systems
• Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and seasonal maintenance activities across assigned facilities
• Identify facility issues proactively and coordinate timely corrective actions
• Maintain safe, clean, and functional building environments for staff, students, visitors, and community members
• Respond to maintenance requests, emergencies, and operational concerns in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain maintenance logs, inspection records, work orders, and compliance documentation
• Assist with event setups, room configurations, and operational support as needed by clients

Multi-Site Account Management

• Serve as the primary day-to-day facility contact for assigned client locations
• Build professional relationships with school administrators, church leadership, nonprofit staff, and other client representatives
• Conduct regular walkthroughs with clients to review facility conditions and priorities
• Coordinate schedules and maintenance activities across multiple facilities efficiently
• Communicate proactively with SFM leadership regarding operational needs, concerns, staffing, and project updates

Vendor & Contractor Coordination

• Coordinate outside vendors and contractors for specialized repairs, inspections, and projects
• Evaluate when work can be completed internally versus outsourced
• Ensure vendor work meets SFM standards for quality, safety, and professionalism
• Track vendor activity, proposals, invoices, and completion of contracted work

Safety & Compliance

• Conduct regular safety inspections and address hazards promptly
• Support compliance with OSHA guidelines and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Assist with fire/life safety inspections and documentation requirements
• Promote safe work practices and proper equipment usage at all times

Leadership & Professionalism

• Represent SFM professionally at all assigned client locations
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, strong communication, and customer service skills
• Support and collaborate with other SFM facility personnel and leadership teams
• Help maintain positive client relationships through responsiveness and professionalism

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of facility maintenance, building operations, or property maintenance experience
• Prior supervisory or account management experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of general building systems and maintenance practices
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and traveling between sites during the workday
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required (required to drive company work vehicle)
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and perform physical maintenance work in indoor and outdoor environments
• Basic computer and mobile technology proficiency required

Preferred

• Experience in institutional, religious, educational, or campus-style facilities
• Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS/BMS) or CMMS/work order platforms
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Experience supporting facilities budgeting and expense tracking

Working Conditions:

• Full-time, on-site — Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• Frequent travel between assigned client facilities throughout the Nashville area
• Regular exposure to mechanical rooms, rooftop equipment, maintenance areas, and varying indoor/outdoor temperatures
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform physical maintenance tasks
• Candidates must demonstrate a respectful, professional approach toward staff, visitors, clients, and the mission-driven organizations we serve

Apply Today

If you’re a motivated facilities professional passionate about maintaining safe, high-quality educational environments, we encourage you to apply.