Facilities & Operations Coordinator

Facilities & Operations Coordinator November 2025 - October 2027 (2 year position with the possibility for a permanent role) Non-Exempt - Full Time, 10A-6:30P daily $26.00 to $28.00/hour depending on experience and qualifications Excellent health insurance, paid vacation and sick, retirement, and other benefits Our Mission Bertschi School educates children to become compassionate, confident, and creative learners in a global community. Our Values We value integrity, inclusiveness, respect, and a commitment to renewable resources and sustainable practices. Our Approach We believe that students learn best when they are: safe and known in an inclusive community that values diverse perspectives supported in developing social-emotional skills provided academic choice and challenge at their \"just right level\" engaged in meaningful work encouraged to problem solve through inquiry, trial, and error empowered to take risks and make change given opportunities to collaborate and dialogue with a diverse group of learners Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement Bertschi School values diversity and believes engaging our differences makes us better and stronger. We welcome and honor the unique contributions of people from all racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds, gender identities, learning styles, physical abilities and sexual orientations. Our commitment to equity drives us to be inclusive and diverse in all areas of our school. About Bertschi School Bertschi School, founded in 1975, is a Washington State approved elementary school serving students in grades pre-kindergarten to fifth. We are an accredited member of the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). Position Description This is a multi-faceted role that includes facilities and operations responsibilities as the school embarks on a major construction effort on campus from June 2026 to August 2027. Each aspect of the role is summarized below: November - August 2026 Assist in carrying out repairs and maintenance of all school buildings on campus, including the general care and maintenance of school grounds. Position duties include: Performing preventative maintenance duties as assigned Assisting in keeping the buildings and grounds well maintained and in good repair Assisting in project work on campus such as minor repairs and painting Performing periodic indoor and outdoor cleaning duties around campus Assisting periodically with school landscaping Helping the school prepare for major construction on campus Assisting with set up for school events Assisting with school safety and security Assisting in keeping all school equipment in good working order Other duties as assigned September 2026 - October 2027 In addition to the facilities responsibilities above, support the ongoing operations of the school during the construction effort and the transition to the new build post construction. These other duties will include: Assisting in student movement across campus, including crossing guard duty Student lunch and recess supervision Other duties as assigned Skills & Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess: Aptitude and interest in facilities maintenance Prior school experience a bonus Ability to stand, walk, and bend for prolonged periods of time Ability to lift 50 pounds and move up to 100 pounds Ability to perform repetitive motion for prolonged periods of time Enjoy being around children and part of a school community Experience collaborating with individuals from various cultures and backgrounds Flexible and collaborative team player Equal Opportunity Statement Bertschi School is an equal opportunity employer seeking a more culturally diverse workplace. Bertschi School welcomes faculty and staff from various backgrounds of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, socio-economic status, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bertschi School