School Facilities Manager (Custodial/Maintenance): Newark

KIPP Team and Family (KIPP New Jersey & KIPP Miami)

School Facilities Manager (Custodial/Maintenance): Newark

Newark, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    We’re seeking a School Facilities Manager to ensure our Newark schools are clean, safe, and well-maintained. If you're a hands-on professional with expertise in facility maintenance, we want you on our team. This role involves daily custodial duties, maintenance management, and oversight of facility-related vendors. Your proactive approach and technical skills will make a lasting impact on the safety and comfort of our school community.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Daily cleaning of school buildings and grounds, adhering to best practices.
    • Respond promptly to urgent maintenance needs, including spills and student accidents.
    • Inspect school buildings and address maintenance issues in a timely manner.
    • Manage work orders for preventative maintenance and compliance tasks (using tools like School Dude or ZenDesk).
    • Cafeteria setup, event preparation, and general facilities upkeep.
    • Manage special projects related to building maintenance, such as small capital improvements.
    • Ensure timely scheduling of required inspections (fire alarms, HVAC systems, etc.).
    • Serve as the first point of contact for building alarms and security camera issues.
    • Manage vendor relationships, including daily oversight of external cleaning crews and coordinating school deliveries.
    • Ensure invoices and payments related to facility vendors are processed in a timely manner.
    • Support region-wide vendor relationships and manage vendor contracts as needed.

    Qualifications:

    • 2+ years of experience in custodial or facilities management, preferably in a school setting.
    • Black Seal Boiler License required
    • In-depth knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
    • Experience using work order systems.
    • Strong carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills ().
    • Must have OSHA 30 certification and a valid driver’s license.
    • Ability to lift, bend, and pull more than 50 pounds.
    • Availability to handle school emergencies 24/7.
    • Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

    Additional Information

    Compensation & Benefits

    The salary range for this role is $60,000-$73,000, depending on school-based facilities management experience.

    In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, a school laptop and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the New York City area.

    KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer.

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.