Facilities Manager

Charles School at Ohio Dominican University•Columbus, OH

1d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Graham School is seeking a Facilities Manager for the 2025–2026 school year. The Graham School serves urban students in Central Ohio, preparing them for lifelong learning and informed citizenship through real-world experiences and rigorous academics. The Facilities Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that all school facilities reflect and support this mission by maintaining safe, functional, and welcoming learning environments across three school buildings. The Graham School Vision is a school that: Treats all students humanely and individually Serves the urban community of Columbus Enlivens the human spirit through positive, respectful relationships between adults and students Promotes thoughtful, inquisitive learners across core academic and enrichment areas Encourages student independence while fostering community responsibility Maintains a culture of respect among all staff and students Position Overview: The Facilities Manager serves as the primary leader for all facilities, maintenance, and operational support needs across three school buildings. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, functional, and well-maintained learning environments while balancing hands-on maintenance work with long-term facility planning, vendor coordination, and capital improvement oversight.

Requirements

Must be willing to work flexible hours and travel between all three school buildings
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Must be able to work at heights up to 25 feet
Must adhere to safe work practices at all times
Pass BCI and FBI background check

Responsibilities

Perform light to medium maintenance across all three school buildings (e.g., basic carpentry, flooring repair, minor plumbing, ceiling tile replacement, drywall work, and painting)
Serve as the lead for day-to-day facilities operations, prioritizing and addressing maintenance needs across multiple locations
Conduct regular building inspections to proactively identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and repair opportunities
Develop and maintain a capital improvement plan across all three buildings, including identifying needs, establishing priorities, and recommending timing for repairs and replacements
Assist with maintenance and capital budget planning, including forecasting upcoming needs and recommending cost-effective solutions
Establish and manage a work order tracking process to prioritize requests, track completion, and identify recurring issues across all buildings
Oversee and coordinate outside vendors and contractors, including sourcing, scheduling, and managing work to ensure high-quality service, cost-effective solutions, and alignment with The Graham Family of Schools’ mission and project goals; monitor and manage related expenses to support responsible use of resources
Ensure all buildings remain compliant with fire, health, and safety regulations, including maintaining required systems and documentation
Maintain functionality of core building systems, including lighting, and respond promptly to urgent maintenance issues
Support small facility improvement projects, coordinating logistics, timelines, and contractor activity as needed
Maintain school grounds, including general upkeep and trash removal, to ensure a clean and welcoming environment
Track and maintain basic inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies
Communicate effectively with school leadership and staff regarding maintenance needs, timelines, and updates across all buildings
Respond to emergency or after-hours maintenance issues as needed