Facilities Manager (part-time)

2 days/week: $28,000; outside hours paid at $42/hr

Overview
Poughkeepsie Day School (PDS) is a progressive, coeducational, PreK–Grade 12 school. PDS distinguishes itself from other Hudson Valley independent schools by a commitment to a highly differentiated and interdisciplinary curriculum that is catered to each and every student. The school is committed to building a diverse and equitable community, based on inclusivity, accountability, and mutual respect.

PDS is seeking a Facilities Manager. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with maintenance experience who is committed to providing excellent service to the campus community. With experience, planning, and troubleshooting systems, they will have the ability and willingness to undertake and be responsible for a variety of tasks from maintaining the facility’s preventative maintenance program to collaborating with other contractors to ensure goals are met in a budget-consistent manner.

As part of a small independent school community, they will be a self-starter, detail-driven, collaborative, flexible, and able to work in a dynamic environment. We seek a quick study, analytical thinker, exhibiting pride in their work, with a connection to the school’s goals and strategic vision, and an inclusive disposition that maintains calm and focus in performing duties under any circumstance.

Responsibilities

• Completion and documentation of Daily, Weekly, and Monthly walk-through observations and maintenance checklists.
• Complete regular repairs; Maintain physical space, ensuring a safe, clean, and functional environment.
• With essential knowledge of HVAC system, monitor heating and cooling throughout the building and carry out preventive maintenance to ensure smooth running.
• Collaborate with school administrators, staff and on-campus tenants to manage and process work order requests; ensure problems are resolved quickly.
• Ability to analyze budgets and work within them to complete duties.
• Manage outside contractors needed to resolve specialized problems.
• Oversee cleaning and maintenance contractors, including landscaping, pest control, and security, to ensure compliance; regularly review service quality and vendor contracts to ensure cost effectiveness and reliability.
• Draft and implement preventative maintenance schedules and budgets for building and equipment and maintain facility documentation.
• Manage regular inspections and ensure safety standards are followed throughout the facility.
• Facility support for school events when needed (hourly rate if outside regular hours); Ensure the facility preparation and set-up for events as needed.
• Oversee the security of the school premises including monitoring surveillance equipment; Facilities manager will be the main contact for security company
• Inspect buildings, mechanical rooms, equipment, and access points as deemed necessary.
• Collaborate on internal communications plans as they relate to operations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Respond within a reasonable timeframe to emergency calls when not on duty (hourly rate outside regular hours).

Experience

• Excellent communication skills
• Systems-oriented thinking
• Attention to details and an awareness of surroundings
• An appreciation for and attention to safety and protocols on the job
• Basic knowledge of commercial/industrial heating and cooling systems
• Knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems with the ability to perform basic repairs
• Experience with construction project management and managing sub-contractors.
• A desire to learn and to participate in school-wide initiatives outside of listed job responsibilities.
• Be community-minded
• Basic hand/power tools & equipment

PDS strives to have its faculty, administration, and student body reflect the diversity of the society in which we live. The school is strongly committed to fostering a community that reflects the values of our school's mission and to promoting an environment of equality, belonging, and respect for difference. Poughkeepsie Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $28,000.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42