Facility Maintenance Director

Overview The Facility Maintenance Director is an essential management and hands-on position responsible for all aspects of building operations and maintenance to ensure the proper level of service for staff and guests. The person in this role is both a supervisor and hands-on in the fulfillment of physical plant needs. The person in this role collaborates with staff to ensure smooth operations and supervises staff who manage maintenance. Responsibilities 70% Building Maintenance & Operations Direct responsibility and proactive oversight of all day-to-day physical plant operations and cleaning (primarily at the shelter facility, but may also provide support to other locations) Supervise groundskeeping and janitorial staff. Mindfulness to ensure that all jobs are completed in an exemplary manner and potential hazards, or warning signs are identified and addressed in a timely manner. Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of HVAC units and interact with repair vendors Performing quality checks on HVAC, plumbing, electrical and chemical supply systems Personally provide basic carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing and other repairs or installation. Proven handyman skills required. Manage supply inventory, place orders and coordinate deliveries from vendors and suppliers In coordination with the COO, maintain records of repairs and preventive maintenance, including development and responsibility for maintenance calendar. Assist COO to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to building/facilities Train junior staff or trainees, as needed. Participate in cleaning and landscaping activities when necessary. Supervise laundry operations and manage the attendant staffer Supervise maintenance/janitorial staff member and temporary program assistants 30% Building and related Services Assist COO with overseeing security systems Accurate review, tracking, approval of invoices Assist the COO to coordinate inspections of fire and security alarm systems, fire extinguishers, emergency generators, elevators, and other building systems, as required. Participate in emergency preparedness and response planning and drills related to building infrastructure (e.g. fire, power outages, floods, HVAC failures). Assist other departments with setting up and taking down furniture for special events Provide rotating on-call coverage for after-hours issues Other duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer Qualifications Associate or bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or relevant trade school credentials, required. At least 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance, process management, project management; building operations or similar management preferred. People skills to interact with employees or residents of the building in a pleasant manner. Must have proven and demonstrated experience and hands-on ability to provide basic carpentry, drywall, painting, electrical, plumbing and other repairs or installation. Handyman skills are required. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills Excellent organization skills and self-management required. Some working knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred. Motivated and upbeat, effective team building skills. Collaborator with experience reporting to executive leadership and building relationships with multiple stakeholders and vendors. Ability to navigate complex networks and systems. Must have a working knowledge of MS Office programs. Excellent written and verbal communication; emotionally intelligent, interpersonal, and collaborative skills. Able to adhere to the physical demands of the job which may periodically include prolonged sitting, standing, walking and periodic lifting of 50 lbs. or more. (range of motion includes walking squatting, bending, kneeling, driving) Physical stamina to manage a full shift of being active and working on a building. Agreement with and commitment to Central Union Mission’s mission and Statement of Faith required. Committed Christian and currently active in a local Christian church required. #J-18808-Ljbffr