Facilities Operator

Facilities Operator

Location:

Pro-Vision Academy, Houston, Texas

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Start Date: Aug 3, 2026

Position Title: Facilities Operator

Campus/Dept: Campus

Supervisor: Principal / Designee

Supervises: N/A

Employment Status & Salary/Funding: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, 12 Month Calendar; 100% funded by Federal Grants (subject to funding availability)

The Facilities Operator coordinates and performs maintenance, repair, and facilities operations to ensure safe, functional, and well-maintained buildings and grounds. Supports daily operations through preventive maintenance, work order management, and collaboration with internal staff and external vendors. May be required to work during inclement weather or emergencies.

• Coordinate and perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance (Electrical: light bulbs, minor repairs;
  Plumbing: leaks, unclogging; HVAC: system monitoring; Carpentry: drywall repair, painting; Exterior: pest control, lawn care).
• Conduct regular facility inspections to identify maintenance needs.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance situations.
• Report damage, vandalism, or theft immediately.
• Maintain accurate records per applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.
• Establish and maintain a work order system; document and approve all orders before execution.
• Evaluate work orders to determine materials, equipment, and time.
• Execute work orders with high quality, safety, and timeliness.
• Track labor time and project costs.
• Communicate with school staff and departments to coordinate requests and schedules.
• Collaborate with contractors and vendors, ensuring services meet district standards.
• Monitor vendor work for health, safety, and security compliance.
• Identify needs beyond in-house scope; recommend contractors with scope/specifications.
• Collaborate with landlord representatives on annual building inspection reports.
• Oversee custodial staff or vendor supervisors.
• Assist staff with moving, lifting, assembling furniture and materials.
• Pickup and deliver supplies between campuses and storage facilities.
• Maintain professional competence through training.
• Participate in district staff development.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues and community members.
• Maintain regular attendance and uphold professionalism, confidentiality, and ethics.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma/GED required; vocational/technical school, college coursework, or associate’s degree preferred.
• License or certification in a skilled area preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in applicable area.
• Preferred: experience providing maintenance services in a public school district or charter.
• Experience working with a wide range of populations (staff, students, parents, stakeholders).

• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Vision and reach adequate for tasks.
• Physical exertion, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Work indoors and outdoors year-round; in dust, fumes, odors.
• Availability to be on call and respond to calls 24/7.
• Manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, mobility.
• May require prolonged or irregular hours.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Travel throughout district and city as needed.
• Communicate effectively in English.

• Build and sustain positive collaborative relationships.
• Interpret laws, rules, and policies.
• Plan and present information to various audiences.
• Facilitate groups using facilitative leadership skills.
• Skills in written and oral communication (English), planning, and organization.
• Knowledge of current trends, methods, research, and technology in area of responsibility.
• In-depth knowledge of assigned program and service area.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data.

Full-time

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Tonya Sanders, Principal
• 4590 Wilmington Street
• Houston, Texas 77051
• Phone: 713‑748‑0030
• Email: tsanders

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.