The Facilities Manager serves on site at Alverthorpe Manor to monitor building maintenance needs, make repairs and coordinate with outside contractors.
Primary Responsibilities
Keep track of maintenance and perform repairs and upkeep in galleries, classrooms, kitchen, gardens, outdoor facilities and common spaces.
Research, contact and obtain bids from contractors as needed for building repairs, etc.; get competitive pricing.
Serve as on-site contact for vendors to maintain facility and oversee project completion.
Maintain relationships and communications with vendors that regularly service the building, including cleaners, A/C and heating co., elevator maintenance co., pest control, gardening company.
Track inventory of paper goods and coordinate with provider for fulfillment of monthly orders.
Coordinate with the Township’s Parks & Recreation Department on major building repairs and upkeep issues.
Qualifications
Ability to see the big picture
Strong organizational and communication skills
Creative problem-solving skills
Proactive approach and good follow-through
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Ability to use hand and power tools to perform a variety of building repairs involving basic mechanical, plumbing, painting, electrical and/or carpentry skills
Ability to set consistent hours, along with some flexible timing depending upon the season of the year
