What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Coordinator position at Abundance Food Co-op?
Job Summary:
The Facilities Coordinator oversees the overall maintenance, safety, cleanliness and operational readiness of the Co-op’s building and equipment.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise Maintenance department staff including staff training, coaching and performance reviews.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct daily walkthroughs of the facility to monitor the store’s cleanliness, functionality and maintenance needs.
- Assess any repair or maintenance issues to determine if they can be resolved in-house or if a service vendor needs to be called in.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure optimal pricing and service.
- Maintain compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor store conditions, equipment functionality, and maintenance needs.
- Oversee supply ordering according to store’s needs and budget.
- Work with GM to create cleaning and maintenance policies and procedures for the store.
- Upkeep maintenance, repair and cleaning logs.
- Respond to urgent maintenance calls and alarms outside of scheduled hours either directing staff to resolution or in some cases reporting to the store to resolve the issue.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Basic repair skills and knowledge.
- Knowledge of grocery retail operations.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage shifting needs.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
- 2–4 years of retail leadership experience required.
- Grocery or natural foods experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to walk the sales floor regularly.
- Lift up to 40 lbs occasionally.
- Flexible schedule including some weekends.
Work Environment:
- Storewide environment requiring multitasking and cross-department coordination.
Other:
- Pay: $20 - $23 per hour
- Union Position: Union
- Reports Directly to: General Manager
- Classification: Exempt
- Location: 571 South Ave, Rochester, NY
Salary : $20 - $23