What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Maintenance Coordinator position at BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF TOPEKA?
The Facility Maintenance Coordinator is responsible for the planning, organizing, managing and directing various technical responsibilities associated with the maintenance of facilities, grounds and equipment of BGCT owned properties.
Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities
- Coordinate Maintenance Activities: Monitor work orders, prioritize tasks, and ensure they are completed according to safety and quality standards.
- Preventive Maintenance: Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned downtime. Ensure all equipment and facilities are regularly inspected and maintained.
- Vendor Management: Liaise with external vendors for specialized repairs, maintenance contracts, and parts procurement. Ensure compliance with vendor agreements and performance standards.
- Inventory and Supplies Management: Maintain an inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment. Order and replenish supplies as needed, ensuring stock levels meet operational demands.
- Safety and Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and company policies. Conduct regular safety inspections and audits, addressing any issues promptly.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, maintenance logs, and equipment histories.
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform special assignments and assist with special projects as directed.
- Exercise authority in problems relating to facility safety issues.
- Assume other duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills Required
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in a related field is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in maintenance coordination or a similar role.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of maintenance procedures, equipment, and safety regulations including OSHA, Safe Drinking Water Standards, Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local building codes.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate with team members, management, and vendors.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues efficiently.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
- Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
- Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and confined spaces.
- Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights as needed.
- Manual dexterity and coordination to operate tools and equipment safely.
Working Conditions
Work is conducted in various settings, including office environments and outdoors. Some tasks may require work outside regular business hours or during weekends, especially in case of emergencies.
General BGCT Expectations
- Healthy Behavior Modeling: Teaching youth and teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle is a BGCT priority. As a result, all staff are expected to model healthy behavior while working with our Club members.
- Inclusive Environment: BGCT values creating child-friendly environments, where youth and teens of all abilities, races, and ethnicities can be successful and participate. BGCT expects employees to embrace its focus on inclusion of all members.
- Continuous Learning: Building the capacity of staff is central to BGCT. The organization requires all staff to participate in annual professional development opportunities to cultivate their skills in the youth development field.
- Safe Spaces: Every staff member shares the responsibility for ensuring BGCT is, and remains, an environment free of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse.