Residential Facilities Coordinator

Manhattanville University; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 29,949; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition remission

Job summary

Manhattanville University is seeking a Residential Facilities Coordinator to maintain safe and welcoming residential spaces. Responsibilities include performing repairs, managing maintenance requests, and liaising between students and facilities. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and experience in basic maintenance.

This position offers an hourly rate between $17.00 and $21.74 for full-time work, with a comprehensive benefits package and no housing provided.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in basic maintenance, painting, and furniture handling.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with students and staff.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, painting) within residence halls.
• Manage and monitor the maintenance ticketing system.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs of residential spaces to identify and address issues.

Skills

Self-Starter

Problem-Solver

Adaptable

Collaborative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or certification preferred

Tools

Maintenance ticketing systems

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Title: Residential Facilities Coordinator

Department: Residence Life & Housing

Reports to: Director of Residence Life

Effective Date: 6/02/2026

# of Direct Reports: 0

# of People Supported: 2

Job Description

The Residential Facilities Coordinator plays a critical role in maintaining safe, functional, and welcoming residential spaces for students. This position is responsible for performing minor repairs, painting, moving furniture, and managing a ticketing system for maintenance requests. The Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison between students, Residential Life, and the University Facilities Department, ensuring timely resolution of issues and prioritization of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs (e.g., light carpentry, basic plumbing, painting) within residence halls.
• Move and arrange furniture as needed for room changes or special events.
• Manage and monitor the maintenance ticketing system, ensuring accurate documentation and timely updates.
• Prioritize repair requests and elevate larger issues to the University Facilities Department.
• Maintain a prioritized list of ongoing and upcoming projects in collaboration with Residential Life leadership.
• Communicate directly with students regarding maintenance concerns, providing excellent customer service and clear follow‑up.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs of residential spaces to identify and address issues proactively.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and university policies.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Self‑Starter: Takes initiative and works independently.
• Problem‑Solver: Uses sound judgment to prioritize and resolve issues.
• Adaptable: Handles changing priorities and unexpected challenges effectively.
• Collaborative: Works well with Residential Life and Facilities teams.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in basic maintenance, painting, and furniture handling.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with students and staff.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with maintenance ticketing systems and spreadsheets or willingness to learn.
• Physical ability to lift and move furniture and equipment as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a residential or campus setting.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and building codes.
• Customer service experience in a student‑focused environment.

Salary

This is a non‑exempt position with an hourly rate of $17.00 – $21.74

Hours Expectation

Full‑time, 40 hours per week

Housing

Housing is not provided.

Benefits

Manhattanville University also offers a highly competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including tuition remission. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our benefits page: Manhattanville Benefits

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of their employment.

Manhattanville University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. If you are unable to complete this application process, contact Manhattanville Human Resources at [e-mail] to ask for assistance.