Maintenance/Facilities Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Facilities/Maintenance Coordinator to support daily operations. This role involves coordinating maintenance services, performing light repairs, and ensuring a clean and efficient workplace. The ideal candidate will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to manage facility requests and projects. If you have a problem-solving mindset and enjoy hands-on work, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a supportive team environment while making a tangible impact on workplace efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in facilities coordination or maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with patching, painting, and minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance work orders and service requests.
• Perform light repairs and assist with employee workspace setup.

Skills

Facilities Coordination

Basic Maintenance Tasks

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Problem-Solving Mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Facility Work Order Systems

Job description

Job Description

Position:

Facilities/Maintenance Coordinator

Location:

Downtown

Job Type:

Contract with the intent to convert to a direct-hire

Hours:

Monday–Friday 7:30am–4:30pm OR 8am–5pm (NO OT)

Team Size:

8 people on the facilities team

Interview Process:

One virtual (Teams) interview and one onsite, in-person interview

Job Summary:

The Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator supports daily operations by coordinating maintenance services, handling minor repairs, and helping ensure a clean, safe, and efficient workplace. This role involves working closely with internal teams and external vendors to manage facility-related requests, employee moves, and building upkeep projects. The ideal candidate will be proactive, hands-on, and detail-oriented, with the ability to perform light maintenance and patch/paint work as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate and track maintenance work orders and service requests
2. Perform light repair and maintenance tasks such as patching and painting walls, fixing minor plumbing or electrical issues, and replacing ceiling tiles or lights
3. Assist with furniture moves, employee workspace setup, and employee churn (onboarding/offboarding support)
4. Conduct routine facility walkthroughs to identify and resolve issues
5. Serve as a liaison between internal staff and external service providers
6. Schedule and oversee vendor activities, inspections, and project timelines
7. Manage inventory and supply ordering for facility-related materials
8. Maintain facility documentation such as maintenance logs, inspection reports, and contracts
9. Ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards
10. Support emergency and after-hours response if required (though not typical)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; further education or technical training preferred
• 2+ years of experience in facilities coordination, maintenance, or related field
• Hands-on experience with basic maintenance tasks (patch/paint, minor repairs, etc.)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and facility work order systems
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Positive attitude, problem-solving mindset, and ability to work both independently and in a team

About Burnett Specialists

Burnett Specialists is a top-ranked, 100% employee-owned recruiting firm with over 50 years of expertise in connecting top talent with exceptional companies. Headquartered in Texas, we specialize in placing professionals in Accounting, IT, HR, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, Supply Chain, and Administrative roles across major cities, including Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso.

With a proven track record of responsiveness, cost savings, and full-spectrum staffing solutions — from temporary and temp-to-hire to payrolling and direct hire placements — we are committed to exceeding expectations and delivering unparalleled results.

As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients and candidates while fostering integrity, professionalism, and community involvement.

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