Facilities Maintenance & Projects Coordinator

Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Abington Art Center is seeking a Maintenance Person to serve on site at Alverthorpe Manor to monitor building maintenance, perform repairs and coordinate with outside contractors. Located near Philadelphia, this role requires strong organizational and communication skills to keep galleries, classrooms, kitchens, gardens, and all facilities in good condition.

Ideal candidates will be proactive problem-solvers, able to work independently or with a team, and capable of coordinating bids,

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive approach with good follow-through.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Keep track of maintenance and perform repairs and upkeep in galleries, classrooms, kitchen, gardens, outdoor facilities and common spaces.
• Research, contact and obtain bids from contractors for building repairs and obtain competitive pricing.
• Serve as on-site contact for vendors to maintain facility and oversee project completion.
• Maintain relationships and communications with vendors that regularly service the building.
• Track inventory of paper goods and coordinate monthly orders.
• Coordinate with the Township’s Parks & Recreation Department on major repairs.
• Set up communication processes with staff to report repairs and maintenance.
• Adapt work schedule to seasonal maintenance needs.
• Create a system for proactive decision making and responsiveness to issues.
• Assist with project management of capital projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Hand and power tools

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Abington Art Center is seeking a Maintenance Person to serve on site at Alverthorpe Manor to monitor building maintenance, perform repairs and coordinate with outside contractors. Located near Philadelphia, this role requires strong organizational and communication skills to keep galleries, classrooms, kitchens, gardens, and all facilities in good condition.

Ideal candidates will be proactive problem-solvers, able to work independently or with a team, and capable of coordinating bids,