Facilities Coordinator

Cherryland Electric Cooperative • Green Lake Township, MI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Cherryland Electric Cooperative is hiring a hands-on Facilities Coordinator to support the transition to its new headquarters and maintain a safe, efficient, and well-functioning facility. The role coordinates construction and move-in activities with contractors, vendors, and internal teams, then supports ongoing facilities operations, maintenance, safety, and operational readiness. Work combines office-based project coordination with hands-on maintenance and outdoor work. The position is on-site near Grawn, Michigan, and requires residing within a 30-minute response range of headquarters. Occasional travel for training or vendor coordination, response to urgent facility needs, and support for Cooperative storm response efforts may be required. Employment is contingent on applicable pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check, drug screening, and post-offer physical examination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least five years of experience in facilities operations, building maintenance, or construction support.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, including timelines, budgets, and stakeholders.
• Experience managing vendors, negotiating services, and overseeing contracts.
• Practical knowledge of general building maintenance and the ability to safely perform minor repairs.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to report on-site and reside within a 30-minute response range of Cherryland's headquarters near Grawn, Michigan.
• Ability to perform light-to-moderate maintenance, climb ladders, access building systems, and lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in office-based project coordination, hands-on maintenance, and outdoor environments.
• Occasional travel for training or vendor coordination may be required.
• Successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check, drug screening, and post-offer physical examination.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• CDL-A or forklift experience.
• Takes initiative and works independently without constant direction.
• Highly organized and able to follow projects through to completion.
• Communicates effectively with employees, contractors, and vendors.
• Can balance long-term project planning with immediate operational needs.
• Remains calm and solution-focused when unexpected challenges arise.
• Takes pride in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming workplace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal teams during construction and the new headquarters move-in process.
• Help ensure the new headquarters is operationally ready; support facility setup, furniture installation, office moves, and transition projects.
• Coordinate building services, including HVAC, janitorial services, grounds maintenance, fire and life safety systems, and other facility needs.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor service quality and compliance.
• Coordinate smaller capital improvement projects, repairs, and ongoing facility improvements.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs involving plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, painting, fixtures, and other building components within appropriate safety limits.
• Coordinate specialized repairs and maintenance with qualified contractors.
• Support preventative maintenance programs, facility inspections, custodial standards, and grounds upkeep.
• Oversee operation, maintenance, inventory tracking, and service coordination for Cherryland's fuel management system.
• Maintain facilities-related compliance documentation and support building inspections and required safety programs.
• Collaborate with Safety and IT teams on facility safety, building security, access control, and alarm response.
• Respond to unexpected facility issues and help ensure business operations continue safely and efficiently.
• Support urgent facility needs and Cooperative storm response efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED