Campus Facilities Leader - Safe Boarding Campus

CATS Academy Boston; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CATS Academy Boston in Braintree, MA is seeking a hands-on Head of Campus Facilities to lead maintenance and custodial operations across our international boarding campus. This is a key leadership role ensuring safe, welcoming and well‑maintained academic, residential and athletic facilities.

Reporting to the Head of School, you will supervise the facilities team, oversee preventative maintenance, manage contractors and budgets, and partner with school leadership on safety, emergency

Qualifications

• 5+ years in facilities or property operations.
• Experience supervising maintenance, custodial, or similar teams.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, life-safety).
• Experience managing contractors, work orders, budgets and competing priorities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with calm, sound decisions in urgent issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and custodial teams and foster a service-focused culture.
• Own the preventative maintenance program across campus buildings and key systems.
• Maintain an effective work-order system with prioritized repairs.
• Oversee the condition and presentation of academic, residential, athletic and outdoor spaces, including landscaping and snow removal.
• Manage external contractors and service providers to ensure quality and value.
• Administer facilities operating budget and procurement of supplies.
• Maintain asset, warranty, inspection and maintenance records.
• Partner with Residential Life and school leadership on campus safety and compliance.

Skills

Facilities leadership

Team supervision

Preventive maintenance

HVAC knowledge

Budget management

Work order systems

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Facilities management certification welcomed

Job description

CATS Academy Boston in Braintree, MA is seeking a hands-on Head of Campus Facilities to lead maintenance and custodial operations across our international boarding campus. This is a key leadership role ensuring safe, welcoming and well‑maintained academic, residential and athletic facilities.

Reporting to the Head of School, you will supervise the facilities team, oversee preventative maintenance, manage contractors and budgets, and partner with school leadership on safety, emergency