What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Director position at The Budd Group?
Are you a natural-born leader ready to bring energy, expertise, and a fresh perspective to a vibrant campus community? The Budd Group is seeking a dynamic, hands-on Facility Director to lead our facility operations at a premier private school located in beautiful Chatham, VA!
Pay: $85,000 - $90,000 per year
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Match, Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, 9 Holidays, 2 Floating, 1 Volunteer Day), HSA/FSA, Life & Disability Insurance, Pay on Demand Cash Back, English/Spanish Learning, Mental Health & Financial Support, Free Online Classes
Location: Chatham Hall, Chatham, VA 24531 (100% On-site)
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift (Approx. 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM) | On-call for campus emergencies & select weekend events (e.g., Graduation, Move-in)
Requirements: Strong mechanical background (HVAC, plumbing, electrical), proven team leadership experience, valid driver's license
Perks: Limited Relocation assistance package available for the right candidate; strong career advancement opportunities
About The Budd Group: The Budd Group is a family-owned, God-honoring facility services company that has delivered high-quality janitorial, maintenance, and landscaping solutions across the Southeast for over 60 years. We believe in taking care of our employees so they can take care of our customers.
What You’ll Do
As our Facility Director (also known as Director of Facilities or Facilities Manager), you will lead all day-to-day campus operations for a prestigious boarding school in Chatham, VA. You will oversee a team of maintenance, janitorial, and landscaping staff, direct third-party contractors, and manage capital projects.
Key responsibilities
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Leading and holding accountable a dedicated team handling maintenance, housekeeping, and landscaping.
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Serving as the primary mechanical expert troubleshooting HVAC, plumbing, and electrical issues.
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Communicating proactively with campus leadership and ensuring prompt follow-through on all work orders and projects.
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Managing seasonal operations, including campus snow removal and special event prep.
What You Bring To The Team
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Strong hands-on technical background in mechanical systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
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Demonstrated capability to direct, motivate, and hold a multidisciplinary team accountable.
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Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to oversee third-party contractors and project schedules.
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Flexibility to handle emergency calls and key weekend events on campus.
Why Work For The Budd Group?
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Competitive salary with relocation assistance available.
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Comprehensive healthcare options and 401(k) matching.
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Generous PTO policy including 9 paid holidays and dedicated volunteer time.
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A supportive, values-driven company culture that invests in your professional growth.
The Budd Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
Salary : $85 - $90