Facilities Manager

Lancaster Campus; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster Campus in Washington, D.C. is looking for a Facilities Manager responsible for the property's maintenance and tenant relations. The role involves supervising maintenance staff, overseeing repairs, and ensuring quality service. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, HVAC certification, and strong customer service skills. A valid driver's license and experience in supervisory roles are preferred. The position offers opportunities for career growth and the chance to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for physical and mechanical upkeep of the property.
• Maintain good tenant relations and inform the General Manager of any issues.
• Manage maintenance staff and ensure timely work order completion.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Additional education

HVAC certification

Certification in electrical (commercial and residential)

Universal certification

Valid driver’s license

Licensed pool operator certification

Job description

Responsibilities

The Facilities Manager reports to the General Manager and is responsible forensuring the physical and mechanical upkeep of the property.

• Maintenance of painting and cleaning of the property (internal and external)
• Maintenance work (including mechanical work), code work, fire alarm check, capital improvement projects completed in-house
• Schedule any capital improvement projects and apartment work
• Set the scope, get bids, check contractors and submit for approval when improvements are done with outside contractors
• Repair all appliances (refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, etc.); obtain prices and quotes for appliances when necessary
• Repair and ensure all boiler machinery is kept in good working condition; includes completion of monthly inspection reports
• Snow removal where applicable
• Order pool supplies and ensure that theyare maintained properly where applicable
• Maintain good tenant relations and inform General Manager of any potential or existing problems
• Manage the night and weekend maintenance staff; includes bus drivers where applicable
• Ensure that maintenance staff completes all work orders in a timely, professional and courteous manner
• Hire and terminate maintenance staff in cooperation with General Manager; includes cleaners, painters, grounds people, courtesy officers, etc.
• Ensure that payroll is submitted accurately and in a timely fashion for the maintenance staff
• Work with General Manager on a daily basis for scheduling, budgeting, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Additional education preferred
• HVAC certification
• Certification in electrical (commercial and residential)
• Universal certification to be obtained within one year of hire
• Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance
• Licensed pool operator if the community maintains a pool
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate instructions accurately