Maintenance & Facilities Director

Job Title: Maintenance & Facilities Director

Supervisor: Chief Operating Officer

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Boys & Girls Club of Clifton – 822 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Clifton, New Jersey is the third most diverse city in America by languages spoken and has a proud history of being a first stop city for generations of immigrants. Since 1947 the Boys & Girls Club (BGCC) has supported the Clifton community in providing quality youth development programs for youth aged 3-18. The BGCC serves over 6,000 youth annually, and continues to grow, remaining dedicated to the community’s ever-changing needs.

We are committed to ensuring every child has access to our exceptional programs and services, aiming to enrich their lives and shape their futures. We are seeking individuals who will listen to the children, respect, and honor their diversity, while helping us maintain a safe environment where they can have fun and be themselves. We are looking for passionate people who are excited to support our mission: to empower and inspire all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as responsible, caring, and productive citizens.

The Boys & Girls Club of Clifton is seeking an experienced, hands-on, and highly motivated Maintenance & Facilities Director to lead all aspects of facility maintenance, operations, safety, and capital improvements at our main Clubhouse in Clifton, New Jersey.

This leadership position is responsible for ensuring our facilities remain safe, attractive, efficient, and fully operational for the youth, families, staff, and community we serve. The ideal candidate is an experienced facilities professional who combines strong leadership and organizational skills with the technical ability and willingness to perform hands-on maintenance work when needed.

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and appearance of the Club’s facilities and grounds.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program
• Conduct routine facility inspections and identify repair and improvement needs.
• Manage maintenance requests and ensure timely completion.
• Maintain work order and preventive maintenance systems.
• Develop annual maintenance plans and recommend facility improvements.
• Oversee maintenance and inspection of our bus fleet.

Oversee the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of:

• HVAC systems
• Plumbing systems
• Electrical systems
• Fire alarm and life safety systems
• Security and access control systems
• Emergency generators
• Lighting systems
• Elevators
• Roofing and building envelope systems
• Mechanical equipment
• Building automation systems

Perform or supervise general building maintenance, including:

• Plumbing repairs
• Minor electrical repairs
• Carpentry and door hardware repairs
• Drywall patching and painting
• Ceiling and flooring repairs
• Installation of shelving, equipment, and furnishings
• Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting
• Program and event room setup and breakdown

• Recruit, supervise, train, and mentor maintenance personnel.
• Establish work schedules and priorities.
• Conduct performance evaluations.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and outstanding customer service.
• Support ongoing staff development and training.

• Solicit competitive bids and negotiate service agreements.
• Manage vendor relationships and maintenance contracts.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors to ensure quality work and timely completion.
• Review and approve invoices upon satisfactory completion of work.

• Assist with planning and implementing renovation and capital improvement projects.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors.
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Provide recommendations for long-term facility improvements.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain inspection records and required certifications.
• Participate on the organization's Safety Committee.
• Develop emergency…