Head of Facilities

Head of Facilities

Position overview:

The position will be responsible for maintenance of all facilities at KCL, including inspecting, maintaining

and repairing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems and ground to ensure optimal operating

results. This position also supports other departments as needed. The position plans, budgets, and schedules

all facility repairs, services, and/or modifications. Assures that all work is done in compliance with local,

state, and federal regulations.

** Please note – KCL is committed to professional development and investment in this

position. We plan to provide training in the specifics of the position.

Position responsibilities:

KCL seeks constantly to provide safe working and living conditions. As such, this position helps assures

that all work in this department is done in compliance with KCL rules and regulations, as well as local,

state, and federal regulations.

• Oversee various department schedules: vehicle maintenance, shop cleaning, tool maintenance,

equipment preventative maintenance, winterization, etc.

• Work within the confines of a tightly managed budget.
• Coordinate with the Finance Director related purchasing.
• In project management, generate accurate budget models, accurate timelines, personnel plans,

stakeholder management plans, and general professionalism in approach and execution.

• Create, maintain, and execute a comprehensive preventative maintenance plan, to be created with

department leadership and staff members. This includes creating and implementing a tool management

and tracking system.

• Track and maintain accurate records to support facilities operations (e.g., MSDS sheets, equipment

manuals, &c.)

• Perform maintenance of building systems, including complex problem identification and

troubleshooting, regular inspections of space use to assure compliance with building standards, and

regular safety inspections.

• In cooperation with Department leadership: repair, maintain, replace, install, and work with a

variety of equipment that include all (but not limited to) the following systems: electrical/electronic

systems, mechanical systems, pneumatic / hydraulic systems, &c.

• Operate power- and manual-hand tools.
• Schedule and perform duties in carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, heating/cooling,

ventilation, roofing and security.

• General operational support: cleaning and maintaining common areas and work areas daily. This

includes event support, including set-up and breakdown of events and meetings.

• Other duties as needed

Physical demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met bto successfully perform

the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties are performed year-round, with a significant portion out of doors, with some office work (periodic

exposure to computer screen and extensive typing on computer may be required). Regular highway

driving. Considerable standing, walking, and hiking for several miles and some lifting up to fifty (50)

pounds as well as regular crouching, bending, kneeling, &c., are required.

Required Training / Skill sets:

• Demonstrated experience in facilities management
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills (verbal and electronic)
• Demonstrated understanding of management, budget management, critical thinking, and general

professionalism in the workplace.

• Experience using and maintaining tools, machines, drills, cutting equipment, power equipment,

paints, solvents, and other maintenance equipment and materials while adhering to all safety protocols.

Ability read, interpret, and share/communicate documents such as safety rules, operating parameters,

general maintenance expectations, and procedural manuals

• Knowledge of basic computer systems including Word, Excel, Google documents / sheets

• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff, volunteers, and the general

community.

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License
• Strong, demonstrated ability to work independently

Preferred qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in facilities / construction management or related certifications
• Experience supervising teams of staff and volunteer management.
• Past experience with retreat center setting / operations a plus