Facilities Manager
REPORTS TO: Head of School
STATUS: Exempt/Salaried
START DATE: August 1, 2024
About BCA/WPS
Bellevue Children’s Academy (PK-4) & Willows Preparatory School (5-12) is a private school for children in Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade with an enrollment of more than 850 students. We offer an individualized and coordinated IB curriculum PK-12 with an emphasis on core academic subjects. Our students are academically advanced, working one to two grade levels ahead of state expectations. Our curriculum is set against international standards, not state standards, further preparing our children to be dynamic and advanced thinkers and learners. Our class sizes are small and do not exceed 15 students. BCA/WPS is a member of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a consortium of 50 high performing international schools located across the globe.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Well-being and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
Purpose of Role
The Facilities Technician (full-time position) will lead all aspects of the school’s facilities function to include but not limited to: upgrade, modernization, maintenance, safety and repair of existing facilities; maintenance, custodial and grounds operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Performs routine maintenance throughout the school to ensure the building is suitable for safe operations and is maintained in attractive and clean condition
· Conducts various cleaning, maintenance, repair, and building safety tasks as assigned
· Supports move, add, and change projects
· Accompanies outside contractors to ensure proper cleaning, maintenance, repair and grounds keeping procedures are being followed, checks for safety and health hazards, and makes recommendations for corrections and improvements
· Provides event setup support and coverage
· Coordinates deliveries from vendors and suppliers
· Provides weekly status updates for ongoing activities
· Responds to building management systems and alarms as needed
Requirements:
· Ability to take initiative, problem-solve and work independently, to set and meet goals, and possesses a desire to excel.
· Ability to prioritize and efficiently complete all daily/weekly/monthly activities.
· Work effectively with multiple stakeholder groups - students, parents, faculty, internal operations, vendors, and administrative teams.
· Calm under pressure, problem-solves without drama, and has a sense of humor.
· Possess excellent communication abilities.
· Work effectively on your own and with the team.
· Maintains confidentiality and discretion.
E-Verify Participation:
ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
BCA & ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
BCA & ISP are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
BCA & ISP Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
BCA & ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person