Facilities Coordinator

Be a part of building great futures with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is the preeminent youth development organization in Southeastern Massachusetts, serving more than 2,500 youth annually from infancy to adulthood from nearly 50 zip codes at our Clubhouses in Brockton and Taunton, 100-acre Camp Riverside property, and at several community extension sites across the region. BGCMS is fueled by a critical mission "to nurture strong minds, healthy bodies and community spirit through youth-driven, high-impact programming in safe and fun environments" to ensure that every child in need of support, opportunity, and belonging has a positive place to spend their out-of-school hours. We hold an intrinsic belief that every child deserves an equal chance to pursue the American Dream – to have a genuine opportunity to realize their full potential to achieve a great future.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro South is hiring for Facilities Coordinator for our Taunton Clubhouse and Camp Riverside. The Facilities Coordinator will be responsible for, during the school year (September–May), to assist in the maintenance and repair of the Clubhouse and Riverside Camp buildings, grounds, and equipment. Additionally, focused attention will be placed on the janitorial upkeep of the Taunton Clubhouse and Club Support Center buildings. All duties assigned will be performed in a way that is consistent with the mission and established policies and procedures of the organization.

Seasonally, during the months of June–August, the Facilities Coordinator will continue responsibilities listed above but will focus more undivided attention and time to the Riverside Camp property. Emphasis will be placed on the daily janitorial upkeep of camp as well as assisting in the grounds and landscaping that increases during the summer months of operation. Roughly 30 hours of the work week will be spent at camp while the remaining 10 hours will be spent at the Taunton Clubhouse.

Essential Functions:

• Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes by seeding, watering, mulching, fertilizing, and applying chemicals to outside plantings, lawns and turf.
• Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, sidewalks and buildings; weeding, thinning and cleaning flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment; and setting up, adjusting, repairing, and cleaning irrigation systems.
• Performs Clubhouse-wide general maintenance and repairs by installing, removing, repairing and maintaining landscape, lighting, signs, cables, chains, barricades, gates, , racks, feeders, posts, fences, equipment; and repairing streets, parking lots, athletic fields, courts, lots, turf, as applicable.
• Removes trash and debris from public areas by regularly inspecting grounds, drains, manhole covers, etc. Disposes of trash and debris in designated central collection points on a daily basis.
• Prepares indoor & outdoor locations for use by visitors, vendors, and the public as needed by Clubhouse operations.
• Safely operates light vehicles such as pick-up trucks, tractors, street sweepers or riding mowers and portable power tools and equipment such as saws, grass trimmers, snow/leaf blowers, sprayers, paint machines and other equipment. Obeys all applicable traffic laws, follows operator instructions, and wears appropriate safety items such as goggles, gloves, or other appropriate protective clothing.
• Ensures that Clubhouses, grounds, maintenance equipment, and building maintenance equipment are operational by performing routine and preventative maintenance and cleaning of tools, equipment and machines within reasonable capabilities.
• Ensures success in all building settings using ladders, lifts, or other tools.
• Performs painting work in the preparation, patching, finishing, and maintaining of building structures, walls, woodwork, furniture, and equipment.
• Performs custodial services following established procedures and guidelines in buildings, offices, restrooms, etc. including their furnishings, using manual tools and powered machines.
• Must be able to use equipment and tools, drive safely around property, observe what needs to be done, communicate with staff, and possess physical strength to lift, dig, load/unload and repair equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions related to equipment repair and maintenance
• Proficiency in the safe and proper use of power equipment and tools, heavy and light machinery, and building materials. Familiarity with and knowledge of relevant maintenance equipment a plus.
• Technological proficiency, including a command of the Microsoft Office Suite, and familiarity with using a database to track and extract information.
• Exemplary communication skills (written and verbal) are needed, including the ability to present in front of large groups, interact with and motivate stakeholders, represent the organization at community events and meetings, and write professionally in emails, etc.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people (staff, families, youth, etc.) and a track record of building and sustaining meaningful relationships with individuals and teams from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Commitment to professionalism including high expectations and standards of quality, a strong work ethic and personal code of ethics, accountability, and dependability.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with the ability to set effective objectives for teams and individuals and take ownership for results.
• Demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
• Willing to provide leadership daily in a normal eight-hour day and occasional night and weekend hours. This position does not provide for remote work options.
• Certifications: As outlined in BGCMS Training Academy upon hire or within allocated training timelines.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license and will require frequent local travel.

DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. All offers are contingent upon passing a thorough background check including a CORI, SORI and National Criminal History Background check. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro South is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Taunton, MA 02780 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23