Events and Facilities Specialist

Position Title:

Events and Facilities SpecialistFLSA Classification:
Non-exempt

Reports to:

Facilities Manager Position

Description:

Coordinates and performs event setup, hospitality, and light maintenance tasks with the goal of a safe, appealing, and functional place of work and study

Essential Functions Events:

Sets up tables, chairs, podiums, whiteboards, and miscellaneous audio-visual equipment for school events, including presentations, assemblies, performances, and lunches, etc.

Coordinates with event stakeholders to ensure backend support is maintained throughout events.

Coordinates with front-of-house to ensure events are calendared and setup needs are received in a timely manner.

Serves as safety coordinator in the absence of the facilities manager.

Maintains supply inventory records and requests orders as needed

Performs space cleanup and equipment breakdown following events.

Facilities:

Performs basic troubleshooting and repair on simple building and classroom equipment under the direction of the facilities manager.

Coordinates larger repairs by licensed contractors or other outside vendors.

Maintains organization of storage, supply, and maintenance areas.

Responds to emergency situations with the goal of isolating hazardous situations and minimizing personal injury.

Relocates furniture and other large equipment.

Performs other tasks as directed by the facilities  available requires some evening hours and occasional weekends

Flexible work schedule

Potential for growth in the Facilities Management field

Qualifications

High school diploma, GED, or previous comparable experience is preferred

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in an educational environment

Good computer/office/phone skills highly desirable

Ability to operate custodial and maintenance tools

Ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment

Basic knowledge of workplace safety and the ability to employ safety protocols and equipment

Good observational skills

Ability to read warranty, safety, and instructional documentation and follow recommended or protocols

First Aid/CPR certification desirable

Reliability, integrity, and honesty

Ability to pass a DOJ background check

Physical Requirements and Work Environment Routinely stoop, kneel, climb, crawl, and crouch while lifting, pulling, or carrying objects weighing 20 to 50 pounds

Occasionally lift, push, or maneuver large and heavy items up to 100 pounds using safe handling methods and with trained assistance

Routinely work in proximity to strong odors, fumes, dust, moisture, loud noises, machinery vibrations, high/low temperatures, hazardous chemicals, and other hazardous material (there is potential for exposure to pathogens and/or bodily fluid hazards)
Frequently works outdoors in cold/windy/foggy/rainy conditions