Per Diem Facility Coordinator

Optimal Care; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company Vehicle Program

Job summary

Optimal Care is looking for a Facility Coordinator in Michigan to ensure smooth operations across various sites. The role involves managing maintenance tasks, coordinating repairs, and maintaining facilities to ensure safety and functionality.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in healthcare settings, and strong communication skills. This position requires regular travel between locations and the flexibility to handle urgent maintenance issues as they arise.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in healthcare or related setting.
• Reliable transportation with valid automobile insurance.
• Willingness to travel regularly between company office locations.

Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance operations across all locations.
• Ensure equipment operates properly including office equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors for repairs and maintenance.
• Maintain compliance with safety and infection control standards.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Strong organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Problem-solving skills

Customer service orientation

Flexibility to respond to urgent maintenance needs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Exceptional Benefits

• Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Vehicle Program for field roles
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA and FSA options including Dependent Care
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• ID and Fraud Protection
• And more...

About The Role

Keep our offices running smoothly so our teams can focus on delivering exceptional patient care. As a Facility Coordinator, you’ll ensure seamless maintenance operations across all our locations — managing work orders, coordinating repairs, maintaining equipment, and serving as the go‑to person for keeping our physical environments safe, functional, and professional.

What You’ll Do

Manage Maintenance Operations

• Receive, manage, and process work order requests across all locations
• Ensure problems are resolved timely and accurately
• Respond to maintenance calls promptly and appropriately
• Perform routine maintenance including repairs, cleaning, organizing, and waste disposal
• Maintain organized tracking systems for work orders and maintenance activities

Maintain Equipment and Systems

• Ensure all equipment operates properly including furniture, kitchen appliances, and office equipment
• Maintain climate control systems at each location
• Arrange and facilitate specialized repairs as needed
• Monitor equipment conditions and identify maintenance needs proactively
• Ensure compliance with safety and infection control standards

Coordinate with Vendors and Contractors

• Act as liaison between employees and outside contractors for specialized repairs
• Coordinate vendor access and oversee contractor work
• Ensure quality of vendor services and timely completion
• Manage vendor relationships professionally
• Obtain quotes and schedule services as needed

Support Facility Operations

• Participate in emergency preparedness planning as appropriate
• Identify opportunities to enhance workflow and productivity through facility improvements
• Ensure environments promote respect for patient privacy and property
• Maintain professional, organized office spaces across all locations
• Support office relocations, setup, or reorganizations as needed

Ensure Compliance and Safety

• Practice and enforce infection control principles
• Follow all infection control guidelines per agency policy
• Maintain HIPAA compliance for patient and staff privacy
• Ensure facilities meet safety standards and regulations
• Report safety concerns and implement corrective actions

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of experience in healthcare or related setting
• Reliable transportation with valid automobile insurance
• Willingness to travel regularly between company office locations

Essential Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for creating reports and trackers
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Problem‑solving skills with hands‑on maintenance capabilities
• Customer service orientation with professional demeanor
• Flexibility to respond to urgent maintenance needs

What Makes You Successful

You're a resourceful problem‑solver who can assess a maintenance issue, determine the best solution, and either fix it yourself or coordinate the right contractor to handle it. You take pride in keeping facilities looking professional and functioning properly, understanding that a well‑maintained workspace helps everyone do their best work. You're organized and systematic, tracking work orders efficiently, following up to ensure completion, and maintaining clear documentation. You can juggle multiple requests across different locations, prioritizing urgent needs while keeping routine maintenance on track. You're comfortable working independently, spending significant time traveling between locations without daily direct supervision. You're self‑motivated and take initiative—when you notice something that needs attention, you take care of it rather than waiting to be asked. You're adaptable and responsive, understanding that urgent maintenance issues can disrupt your planned schedule. You remain calm when emergencies arise, whether it's a plumbing issue, HVAC failure, or equipment malfunction requiring immediate attention. You communicate well with diverse stakeholders—employees reporting issues, contractors performing repairs, and leadership requesting facility improvements. You're professional, courteous, and focused on creating positive experiences even when addressing problems.

Professional Growth

• Exposure to facilities management across multiple healthcare office locations
• Development of vendor management and coordination skills
• Training on healthcare facility compliance and safety standards
• Opportunities to lead facility improvement projects
• Potential for expanded responsibilities as organization grows

Work Environment and Schedule

This position requires moderate to high travel between company office locations on a regular basis. You'll spend your time traveling to various sites, conducting maintenance work, coordinating repairs, and responding to urgent facility needs. The role has a high degree of schedule disruption—routine is frequently interrupted by urgent maintenance issues, equipment failures, or unexpected facility problems requiring immediate attention. Flexibility and the ability to pivot quickly are essential to success in this role. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs), using tools and equipment, and working in varied conditions including potentially uncomfortable temperatures when HVAC systems need repair.

Pay Range

$20–$24 USD

Background Screening

Optimal Care conducts a background screening upon acceptance of a contingent job offer. Background screening is completed by a third‑party administrator, the Michigan Long‑Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

Reasonable Accommodations

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Optimal Care is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Location

• Bingham Farms Branch - 24255 W 13 Mile Rd STE 210, Bingham Farms, MI 48025
• Jackson Branch - 801 Rosehill Road, Jackson, MI 49202
• Saginaw Branch - 4760 Fashion Square Blvd, Saginaw, MI 48604

Schedule

• This is a per diem position with availability required Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 5:00pm; hours are not guaranteed. Weekend availability may be required on an as‑needed basis and will be scheduled well in advance.