What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Coordinator position at Operation Food Search?
To Apply: We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Interested candidates should submit their application and include their resume at https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/3463071/Operation-Food-Search-Inc/Facilities-Coordinator
Position Summary:
The Facilities Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations and upkeep of our buildings and grounds to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and visitors. This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining shared spaces, assisting with repairs, supporting logistics, and responding to facility-related needs as they arise. The position works closely with the Facilities Manager and serves as a flexible team resource across departments, contributing to the success of mission-driven programs and events.
Essential Functions:
- Setup
- Coordinate with the Volunteer Manager to set up and take down the volunteer center and lobby.
- Support department needs through proactive and responsive, day-to-day facility care.
- Cleaning & Restocking of Common Areas
- Perform regular cleaning and restocking of breakrooms and restrooms across our facility.
- Conduct deep carpet cleaning and ride-on floor scrubbing on a scheduled basis.
- Maintenance & Repairs
- Handle light maintenance tasks including changing light bulbs, touch-up painting, minor repairs, and printer room restocking.
- Report larger facility issues to the Facilities Manager.
- Exterior & Grounds Maintenance
- Maintain building exterior through trash removal, seasonal plant care, and general upkeep of sidewalks, patios, and parking areas.
- Vehicle & Equipment Support
- Start and inspect agency vehicles in colder months.
- Assist with preventive maintenance and repair logs.
- Operate forklift and support distribution functions.
- Logistics & Deliveries
- Distribute incoming deliveries to appropriate departments and assist with food transport as needed, including driving trucks and backing up program deliveries.
- Emergency Response & Cross-Team Support
- Respond to urgent facility issues and provide backup support to administrative and program teams during events, absences, or special circumstances.
Education and/or Experience:
- Experience in facilities, operations, janitorial, maintenance, or logistics roles (nonprofit or service setting preferred).
- Familiarity with building safety, maintenance routines, and vendor coordination is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Comfortable performing physical tasks and managing a dynamic, movement-heavy workload.
- Friendly, reliable, and team-oriented, with strong follow-through.
- Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and respond quickly to changing needs.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Willingness to assist with tasks across the organization.
- Committed to OFS's mission and ready to support a purpose-driven team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and general computer literacy.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Basic knowledge of facility maintenance and repair procedures.
Special Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks requiring bending, climbing, standing for extended periods, and use of cleaning equipment.
- Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation (mileage reimbursed for offsite errands or vehicle support).
- CDL certification preferred.
- Forklift experience preferred.
- Occasional evening or weekend availability may be requested for emergency response or special events.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time, both indoors and outdoors.
Benefits – FT Positions
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- HSA, HRA, and FSA
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Vacation and sick time, paid holidays
- Short and long-term disability income
- Company paid term life and AD&D insurance
- Voluntary employee paid term life and AD&D insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness support
- Potential for student loan forgiveness, if qualified
Why Apply?
This role keeps our mission in motion. You'll help create the environment where everything-from food distribution to staff collaboration to volunteer impact-can happen smoothly. If you're dependable, energetic, and want your work to make a difference in real lives, we'd love to have you join our team.
To Apply: We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Interested candidates should submit their application and include their resume at https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/3463071/Operation-Food-Search-Inc/Facilities-Coordinator
Location: 1644 Lotsie Blvd., Overland, MO 63132
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Salary : $20 - $25