What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Coordinator position at Friends of The Underline?
ABOUT THE UNDERLINE
The Underline is a bold idea to reclaim 10 miles of land beneath the Miami Metrorail and transform it into a beautiful, active green space that becomes a magnet for residents and visitors alike. What started as a grassroots effort has grown into a movement for a safer, more resilient and connected community.
Friends of The Underline (FUL) is a nonprofit organization driving the realization of an innovative multimodal trail and open space that connects Miamians.
SUMMARY
- Are you a pro in on-site facilities? In this role, you’ll assist in providing property management services and planning daily operational activities.
- You’ll assist with the maintenance of The Underline to ensure the health, safety, and environmental standards are adhered to; as well as perform regular site inspections on all common areas—and implement remedial action on any related service issues.
- Can you maintain professionalism and a can-do attitude in a fast-paced environment? Are you a technically-equipped expert with a strong background in conflict resolution? If you said yes to all these, let’s work together and unlock your full potential.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintain compliance with company, State, County, or City Ordinances, Codes, or Laws.
- Comply with all safety procedures.
- Be bilingual (English and Spanish).
- Comply with all policies for the safe storage, usage, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Participate in ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs
- General maintenance and grounds keep keeping duties.
- Special Tasks: painting, locksmith work, company services requests, and landscaping
- Perform minor repairs.
- Move office furniture, machinery, equipment, and other materials, as requested
- Set up and break down Events
- Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts
- Maintain good housekeeping and safety of work areas.
- Report danger and safety hazards; propose methods to eliminate them.
- Maintain positive working relationships with all vendors and contractors.
- Track and store department inventory
- Keep the community satisfied with the customer service and appearance of the space.
- Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Safety standards
- Professional and efficient
- Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum 5 years field experience with trade school training OR 6 years total field experience
- Preferred experience in commercial parks, stadiums, or hotels.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish.
- General computer skills with knowledge in email, the Internet, Microsoft Word/Excel are a plus.
- Ability to comply with both The Underline and county policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL WORK ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
This position requires frequent walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting, stooping, and working/extensively outside in the elements.
- Lifting a minimum of 30 lbs.
- Moving tables, benches, etc.
- Must be willing to spend 8 to 12 hours outside daily.
- Using ladders, picking up trash, and whatever is needed throughout the space.
- Must be willing to perform ground maintenance duties.
- Authorized to work in the US.
HOURS
- Flexibility to work shifts required.
- Weekends and holidays, as needed.
- May be required to work overtime or after hours to meet deadlines or address emergencies.
✅ Learn more about The Underline here:
theunderline.org