Facilities Manager

The West Seattle Catholic Community is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to oversee the daily and long-term maintenance as well construction and renovation of our parish family campuses including church, school, gym and parish offices at both Holy Rosary Seattle and Our Lady of Guadalupe. This new position will manage the daily and long-term operations including grounds, maintenance, safety, security and utilities management.

Major Duties and Responsibilities (full job description available on parish websites)

• Oversees the on-going maintenance and safety of all buildings and grounds by managing daily, weekly, monthly and yearly work priorities of maintenance and custodial staff as well as volunteers and contractors.
• Collaborates and coordinates with DOO and School Principals to develop, direct, and implement the annual and long-range work plan regarding operations and maintenance.
• Develops long-range facilities plans, facilities management processes and schedules to ensure operational vitality and sustainable usage of materials over time.
• Provides direct supervision to the maintenance staff and volunteers.
• Serves as staff to the parish family's Facilities and Maintenance Committee
• Represents the parish family and schools when dealing with outside contractors in all major maintenance, construction and renovation projects.
• Identifies outside contractors, vendors and service providers and negotiates contracts.
• Responsible for conducting daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly facility inspections; performing preventative maintenance and equipment testing to assure that heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems and pumps, motors and engines are properly maintained and operating. May performs necessary repairs if systems are not working properly or contacts the appropriate vendor/service contractor.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in business management or related field.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of building maintenance, HVAC and mechanical functions, general carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and custodial skills.
• Prior experience in project management and large construction projects desired.
• Working knowledge of computers and proficiency in software programs, including Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
• To successfully perform the essential duties of this position, an individual must have complete mobility and able to:
  • Lift, push pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds
  • Regularly bend, lift, stretch and reach both below the waist and above the head
  • Occasionally push and pull wheeled dollies loaded with products up to 100 pounds
  • Engage in full manual dexterity in both hands and wrists
  • Walk in and around the facility with great frequency
  • Climb ladders and gangways safely and without limitation
  • Dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals), manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation)
  • Ability to work with chemical cleaning agents
  • Willing and able to work some evenings and weekends
  • Must pass background check upon hire.
  • Driving is a critical portion of this role and so eligible candidates must possess vehicle, valid Washington driver's license and insurance to travel through the Archdiocese of Seattle

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits:
Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.