Facility Coordinator

Objective

Contribute to the safety and well-being of WEDU PBS employees, clients and visitors, through the maintenance of the physical facilities of WEDU PBS including HVAC, electrical, fire safety, facility infrastructure, plumbing and housekeeping. Oversee maintenance of the facility property and parking areas, including infrastructure and landscaping.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively and safely maintain the physical facilities of WEDU PBS including HVAC, electrical, fire suppression systems, building inspections, plumbing, and contribute to repairs, housekeeping and security.
• Serve as liaison with maintenance and repair vendors.
• Provide effective coordination of building maintenance, grounds keeping and custodial duties.
• Keep the building secured during the day and secure building when leaving. Set alarm if not relieved by another WEDU PBS staffer or Security Officer.
• Assist with the checking in and out of visitors and staff using appropriate logs. Escort individuals as necessary. Direct the flow of traffic during peak periods.
• Effective internal and external communications, both verbally and in writing.
• Adherence to the safety and security policies of the station.
• Maintain compliance with WEDU’s safety, security, drug free and confidentiality programs to ensure a safe working environment and protect the company’s intellectual property.

Functional Duties

• Ensures the grounds and facilities are maintained satisfactorily.
• Recommend equipment and supply purchases for maintaining physical plant.
• Arrange, schedule, oversee and/or perform repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Is available for weekend and after-hours work to handle extra duties as assigned, or for emergencies.
• Prepare written reports as needed.
• Provide maintenance support to all station projects.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• 2 years minimum experience of plant maintenance and safety.
• High school diploma.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to recognize and respond to dangerous situations
• The ability to walk/stand for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• The ability to safely climb ladders.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Ready to Join Our Team?

Submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@wedu.org to apply for this position.