Facilities Manager - Mandarin Campus

Seaside Charter Schools; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A public charter school in the United States is seeking a Facilities Manager to ensure maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of campus facilities. The ideal candidate has four years of building maintenance experience and a year of supervisory experience. Responsibilities include coordinating safety training, performing routine maintenance, and managing vendor relationships. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills with a commitment to fostering a safe learning environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of responsible experience in building maintenance trades.
• Minimum of one year of lead or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of Public Waldorf pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of facilities.
• Monitor safety of interior and exterior areas.
• Coordinate staff training for safety and compliance.

Skills

Hands-on knowledge in the safe operation of tools and machinery

Strong communication skills

Basic knowledge of building codes

Ability to manage online documents

Self-starter with a desire to excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

The Facilities Manager at Seaside Charter will perform multiple maintenance, safety, and management tasks that promote a clean and safe working environment for the building’s employees and students.

Essential Functions:

• Take “ownership” of campus facilities by overseeing all aspects of maintenance, safety, and cleanliness.
• Monitor the safety and cleanliness of interior and exterior areas such as offices, conference rooms, parking lots, and outdoor recreation.
• Coordinate staff training to ensure safety and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Perform routine maintenance on facilities and make repairs as needed.
• Schedule routine inspections and emergency repairs with outside vendors.
• Ensure proper security measures for the workplace, including collaborating with security system vendors or a team of security professionals.
• Estimate time and material costs of proposed projects for budget and accountability.
• Maintain day-to-day operations of facilities, such as delegating or completing maintenance orders.
• Create reports on maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other staff.
• Prepare facilities for changing weather conditions.
• Collaborate with building owners and upper management on budgeting for facility's needs.
• Maintain accurate records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
• Maintain manual and electronic documents, files and records to document activities and ensure up-to-date reference (inspections, work orders, chemical storage, crisis management).
• Assist SSC administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees.
• Maintain teaching day schedule of 8 AM to 3:45 PM and evening/weekend as scheduled.
• Attend mid-August and End of Year meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of four years of responsible experience in building maintenance trades
• Minimum of one year of lead or supervisory experience in building maintenance
• Knowledge of Public Waldorf pedagogy
• Knowledge of public-school requirements

Desired Qualifications:

• Energetic and positive approach to responsibilities
• Drive to attain results
• Self-motivated
• Strong communication, organizational and follow-up skills
• Appreciation and understanding of Waldorf methods and philosophy with a commitment to bring to public charter school setting
• Positive attitude and demonstrate compassion
• Ability to accept criticism and grow as a result
• Commitment to continuous improvement in instructional practices
• Computer literacy and interest in learning new skills necessary

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Hands-on knowledge in the safe operation of a variety of tools, machinery and power equipment
• Basic knowledge of building codes and construction and architecture terminology
• Ability to provide custodial service and facilities management for multiple locations
• Working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Ability to manage online documents of service requests, utilize time and material tracking programs
• Maintain organized work schedule and able to meet deadlines
• Self-starter with a desire to excel
• Ability to set and meet goals
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Establish and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with others
• Create environment where children from diverse backgrounds are comfortable and experience success
• Ability to work with children in an educational setting
• Strong creative problem-solving skills
• Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance
• Ability to implement continuous improvement processes
• Maintain safe and orderly learning environment
• Effective interpersonal skills, including tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to build relationships with staff