Maintenance Coordinator

Wright State University; New Germany (OH); On-site; USD 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright State University seeks a STEM School Maintenance Coordinator to oversee facility upkeep and maintenance. This role involves daily interactions with students and staff, ensuring a clean and safe environment, managing supplies, and responding to maintenance needs. Prior experience and a customer service mindset are essential for maintaining operations effectively.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in facility maintenance or related fields.
• Comfortable working around children.
• Training or certification in facilities maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain two school buildings and grounds in safe conditions.
• Coordinate maintenance tasks and repairs as needed.
• Maintain inventory of building materials and tools.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Ability to read and interpret written correspondence

Knowledge of hand and power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

School facility management software

Job description

Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title

Faculty Rank or Job Title STEM School Maintenance Coordinator

Job Category:

Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)

Department

Department College of Health, Education and Human Services

EEO number:

EEO number: 25P253

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate $49,500

Salary Band:

Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Maintenance Coordinator works in collaboration with the Facilities Director to ensure that the two school buildings and grounds are maintained in a clean, orderly, and safe condition at all times. The Maintenance Coordinator will have a visible presence in the life of both school buildings including regular interactions with faculty, staff, students, and their families. The Maintenance Coordinator will be responsive to emerging maintenance needs on the entire school campus.


Physical Demands and Environmental Factors:

· Continual standing, walking and moving heavy objects. Occasional lifting and carrying of over 50lbs.

· Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder).

· Operation of hand and power tools/equipment.

· Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions.

Minimum Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent and three years’ experience in facility maintenance, electrical or plumbing, or equivalent OR

· High school diploma or equivalent, and an advanced specialized education in building, maintenance, electrical or plumbing, and one year of full-time experience in building maintenance, electrical or plumbing.

· Knowledge of hand and power tools, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, grounds masonry, etc.

· Strong customer service mindset and ability to interact with others in a courteous manner.

· Comfort and respect with working around children.

· Must take pride in maintaining clean, neat, operational facilities.

· Ability to read, write, and interpret written correspondence.

· Knowledge and experience in utilizing Word, email software, and internet research.

· Ability to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Past experience working in an educational environment.
• Training or certification in facilities maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of school facility management software.

Essential Functions and percent of time:

60% – Facility Maintenance Coordination

· Apply basic maintenance knowledge in the performance of daily upkeep of buildings and grounds.

· Repairs, installs, and maintains electrical equipment and apparatus, including but not limited to, light fixtures, ballast, bulbs, and tubes. Operates man lifts and aerial lifts. Repairs, installs and maintains all roofing systems and exterior building structures. Repairs, installs and maintains all flooring including but not limited to VCT , ceramic, carpet, sheet vinyl and cove base. Repairs, installs and maintains ceiling tiles and ceiling grid. Repairs, installs and maintains building plumbing systems and related equipment

· Perform daily cleaning and grounds maintenance tasks to ensure maintenance areas are clean, neat, and free of safety hazards.

· Assist with scheduled and urgent repair and maintenance projects in accordance with the established priority system based on safety, educational need, and on-going repair needs.

· Moves, relocates and installs furniture and office equipment including classroom and special occasion events and instruction. Installs and assembles modular office furniture systems and occasionally re-configures. Repairs and maintains furniture supplied within the building. Loads and unloads furniture and related materials. Operates vehicles in the transportation of moving materials, as necessary.

· Identify opportunities for the school to engage in more efficient, effective, and/or economical maintenance practices.

· Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

20% – Purchasing and Budgeting

· Maintains an efficient and organized inventory of all parts and equipment needed on a regular basis.

· Purchase building materials, tools, and other supplies as requested and per budget.

· Work with Facility Manager to stay within budget while maintaining high facility operational standards

20% – Communication and Collaboration with Important Stakeholders

· Develop and maintain courteous working relationships with facilities vendors and contractors.

· Identify and report all safety issues to the Facilities Director immediately.

· Carry a two-way radio at all times and respond to calls/pages promptly.

· Support and promote the school’s environmental philosophy in day-to-day practices.

· Participate in meetings when requested by the Facilities Director or Superintendent

· Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and schedule recommended upgrades to ensure the proper operations of all system

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Director.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions

Length of contract is one year contingent upon funding.
Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Date

Posting Date 06/16/2025

First Consideration Date:

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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