Facility Manager

The Help Group is the nation’s largest, most innovative and comprehensive nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children with special needs related to autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, developmental disabilities, abuse and emotional problems.

We are currently seeking a dynamic Facilities Managers to oversee daily functions and operations related to the upkeep, repair and improvement of multiple school facilities and grounds at all our San Fernando Valley and Westside locations. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with solid experience supervising janitorial and maintenance personnel, coordinating with third party contractors and vendors, and ensuring efficient and effective completion of time-sensitive projects within a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.

Exciting Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage workflow of facilities personnel: monitor and maintain the maintenance ticketing system to ensure requests for repairs, cleaning and facility improvements are addressed in a timely and cost efficient manner.
• Oversee all daily operations related to the upkeep, repair, security and improvement of facilities and grounds for multiple locations.
• Assist Director of Facilities in planning special projects, developing bid specifications, overseeing competitive bid process and troubleshooting ongoing maintenance and construction issues with agency leaders.
• Identify facility maintenance needs: develop and oversee preventative maintenance schedule and implement audit measures for compliance.
• Conduct regular internal agency inspections, meet with outside inspectors and/or vendors regarding agency matters. Ensure all facilities are in compliance with mandatory federal, state and local regulations set forth by ADA, OSHA/Cal-OSHA, HAZ-MAT, Fire Codes and Playground Safety
• Collaborate with school/program leaders and key members of Operations Teams to execute key components of site-based IIPPs, trainings, emergency drills and agency’s evacuation procedure plan.
• Appoint facilities staff to implement key components of agency’s emergency drills.
• Maintain inspection, maintenance and audit compliance documentation related to elevators, generators, storm drains, bells, whistles, horns, extinguishers, health, fire and playground inspections; assist with preparation and follow-up for school and licensing reviews and expedite all required repairs.
• Participate in Safety Committee Meeting and Workers Compensation Meeting and ensure all repairs related to safety are attended to in a timely fashion; collaborate with Safety Coordinator to revise/refine Disaster Preparedness, IIPPs and other agency-wide measures related to employee, client and student safety.

What The Help Group Is Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years management experience in facilities related maintenance and/or construction trade experience
• Ability to interpret basic blue prints and working drawings, as well as the working trades language.
• Supervisory experience in leading work crews and overseeing third party contractors.
• Must retain a valid California Driver’s License.

The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment and great benefits, including:

• A 100% employer-sponsored health insurance plan for full time employees; Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation Time
• Flexible Spending
• 403b Plan

Salary: $ 25.46

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.