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SalaryFacilities & Maintenance Manager
At Awty, we believe students learn best and faculty perform best in a culture of vibrant diversity. Diversity is an essential quality of our school environment; our commitment to learning and the pursuit of excellence can occur only in such a context. It helps us guide our students to become responsible world citizens. Our commitment to learning about and respecting one another’s diversity brings distinct richness to the Awty experience for students, alumni, employees, and parents.
Job Overview:
The Awty International School seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Facilities & Maintenance Coordinator to play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our school's facilities, grounds, and event logistics. This position requires a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with diverse groups. You will manage various tasks, from overseeing housekeeping staff to coordinating special events.
Responsibilities:
- Department Management:
- Coordinate the department/school calendar, assist department personnel items (including scheduling, paperwork, and new hire transitions), and liaise with other departments.
- Serve as the first point of contact for the department, addressing inquiries from the school community.
- Oversee housekeeping, manage lost and found items, and assist with student fundraising initiatives.
- Facilitate vendor relations for transportation, furniture, cleaning, landscaping, building maintenance, and any necessary departmental purchases.
- Coordinate room reservations for all facilities.
- Facilities & Maintenance:
- Conduct routine inspections, identify maintenance needs, and manage repairs through vendors.
- Oversee maintenance staff, including scheduling and ensure adherence to time cards.
- Manage furniture donations and coordinate grounds maintenance with landscaping companies.
- Coordinate charitable donations of outdated school furniture and equipment.
- Event Coordination:
- Assist in coordinating, and setting up for all school events, ensuring signage is prepared and distributed.
On-Call Support:
- Be available on-call to address urgent facilities-related issues.
- Physical and Visual Requirements:
- Physical Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat and move around the school campus on a consistent basis for extended periods.
- Capability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs., such as equipment or supplies, as needed for various tasks.
- Visual acuity and depth perception to inspect facilities and identify maintenance needs accurately.
- Proficiency in using visual aids and equipment, such as diagrams, blueprints, and measurement tools, for facility assessments and planning.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities, including students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities management or a related field.
- Experience working in an educational environment is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software programs.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish)
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be available to work some evenings and weekends.
The Awty International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnic or religious beliefs, disability, or any basis protected by federal, state, or local law in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, athletic programs, other school-administered programs, or in its employment practices.
