Alper JCC Miami is Hiring a Facilities and Maintenance Director Near Miami, FL
The Alper JCC Miami is looking for an experienced and organized Operations and Maintenance Director to oversee its facilities and ensure the smooth operation of all physical assets. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and improvement of our diverse facilities, including buildings, grounds, and equipment. You will play a crucial role in upholding the JCC's commitment to providing a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for our community members and staff.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Directly responsible for the upkeep of the facility and all its systems.
Supervision, training, and oversight of all maintenance and custodial staff.
Provide direction on work prioritization and coordination to maintenance staff to ensure all cleaning, room set-ups and breakdowns, repairs, and grounds maintenance and upkeep are done appropriately.
Work closely with the COO to develop and monitor budgets for the facilities department.
Track short-term and long-term facility expenses, equipment, and resource needs of the company and staff. Perform maintenance, construction, and repair tasks as warranted.
Implement policies and safety procedures and minimize hazards.
Oversight of outside contractors related to all maintenance contracts, including developing vendor relationships, soliciting bids, and negotiating agreements.
Oversight of any code violations and ascertain that the Agency complies with all oversight agencies (local, state, and federal)
Ensure that all facilities and equipment meet or exceed all applicable local, state, and federal codes and regulations
Monitor, maintain, repair, replace, and receive approval to purchase all central supplies, including HVAC, cleaning supplies, security/alarms, fire extinguishers, paper goods, and other supplies as requested by the COO.
Act as a liaison to all departments for prioritizing and meeting maintenance and facility needs. Foster a collaborative working environment with all departments.
Maintain inventory of all facility equipment, supplies, and vehicle keys.
Participate as part of the bid process for capital expenditures. Maintain all records and bid information to ensure facility maintenance and operations are executed within budget.
Suggest improvements to facilities and equipment systems to improve performance and reduce environmental impact and cost.
Work closely with administrative staff in formulating procedures for use during accidents, fires, or other emergencies.
Participate in staff meetings, supervisory conferences, departmental meetings, and meetings of maintenance staff
Maintains OSHA data sheets and any necessary departmental documentation.
Hold staff meetings for safety training, OSHA regulations, and company updates.
Available for building emergencies on evenings and weekends.
Assist with Agency-wide special events and programs
General Skills and Knowledge:
Principles and practices of developing a team, motivating employees and managing in a team environment.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, employee training and discipline.
Principles and practices of building and grounds, level maintenance, and facilities management, including electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.
Principles and practices of budget development and administration, as well as procurement and contracts
Building codes (Federal, State, and local).
Computer applications such as Microsoft Office.
Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implantation and evaluation; the management of employees through multiple levels of supervision.
Standard practices and procedures, including records management.
Skills in:
Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
Communicating effectively in oral and written form.
Self-motivated and self-directed.
Accurate and precise attention to detail.
Must be organized and able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time.
Must be able to work as a part of a team.
Must be able to take initiative to solve problems and be willing to seek assistance when necessary.
Must be able to accommodate schedule changes.
Must be able to effectively and in a timely manner respond to requests from others.
Must be able to handle emergency and crisis situations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid Driver’s License.
8 plus years of hands-on experience with building upkeep, structural issues, and grounds maintenance preferred.
Physical Demands:
Good physical condition and strength.
Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Flexibility to bend, sit, and/or squat.
The ability to walk all over the campus throughout the day.
The ability to spend time outside in the elements, including heat and rain.
Being able to sit for long periods.
Good dexterity and vision for computer usage.
The ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly.
The ability to lift, set up, takedown, stack, and move carts of tables and chairs.
Work in bent, twisted, or awkward work posture and stand for more than two hours in a row.