Facilities Lead: Building Operations & Safety

Switch; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future seeks a Facilities Lead to manage the safe, efficient operation of our building and workspace in St. Louis, MO. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, inspections, safety activities, and vendor services while handling basic repairs and records.

The role requires 3 years in building maintenance, strong organization, and the ability to work with multiple departments. OSHA familiarity and forklift certification are preferred; a Class E driver’s license is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years’ experience in building maintenance and operations.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs safely and effectively.
• Ability to recognize when a repair requires a licensed contractor.
• Familiarity with Word and Excel; comfortable with reports and purchase orders.

Responsibilities

• Monitor condition, safety, and functionality of buildings and grounds.
• Prepare facilities for seasonal needs and weather-related maintenance.
• Schedule inspections and maintenance for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and other systems.
• Coordinate inspections and documentation for safety equipment and alarms.
• Oversee setup/breakdown of furniture and office moves; respond to facility requests.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Safety awareness

Communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Microsoft Word/Excel basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Class E Driver's License

Job description

Kids for the Future seeks a Facilities Lead to manage the safe, efficient operation of our building and workspace in St. Louis, MO. You will coordinate preventive maintenance, inspections, safety activities, and vendor services while handling basic repairs and records.

The role requires 3 years in building maintenance, strong organization, and the ability to work with multiple departments. OSHA familiarity and forklift certification are preferred; a Class E driver’s license is a plus.