Facilities Specialist

SafeHouse Denver•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

SafeHouse Denver seeks a skilled and experienced Facilities Specialist to join the Facilities & Operations team to provide maintenance at the three SafeHouse Denver-owned facilities, coordinate facility repairs, and manage projects, while developing and maintaining vendor relationships and related resources to support the organization’s facilities and operations.

Requirements

4+ years experience in facility maintenance and repairs as well as project management.
Solid understanding of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) and general carpentry.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and have confidence in resolving facility-related issues.
Valid Colorado driver’s license, insurance and good driving record.
Must have consistent access to a reliable vehicle to be able to travel to and from various work sites and stores to purchase supplies.
Able to lift items inside and outside of the facility (boxes, tools, hardware, equipment, etc.)
Takes initiative to resolve things in a timely manner.
Knowledge of the cycle of domestic violence and the barriers experienced by survivors of domestic violence.
Ability to cultivate effective relationships.
Must have patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Protects confidentiality, demonstrates appropriate boundaries and maintains a safe and healthy, trauma-informed environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must pass background check and fingerprint check. Any results that show crimes against others will be automatically disqualified.

Nice To Haves

Experience in historic and older buildings is desired.

Responsibilities

Oversee maintenance and upkeep of SafeHouse Denver’s residential and administrative facilities, including repairs, routine maintenance, cleaning oversight, and light plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and project management tasks.
Manage and coordinate repair and improvement projects from start to finish, including obtaining quotes, scheduling vendors, negotiating discounted or pro-bono services, supervising onsite work, and ensuring timely completion.
Conduct regular facility walkthroughs to identify needs, prioritize repairs with staff, and maintain equipment and appliances in compliance with health and safety standards.
Oversee outdoor services (landscaping, snow removal), preventive maintenance schedules, inspections (fire alarm, suppression systems, elevator, etc.), maintenance deliveries, and installations.
As part of the Facilities & Operations team, serve as the primary point of contact for vendors as needed, maintain professional relationships, communicate expectations for onsite work, and ensure facility safety and confidentiality.
Occasionally work with volunteers on small scale facilities projects, in coordination with the Program Resource Coordinator and other staff.
Maintain facility supply inventory and manage all related documentation (contracts, warranties, quotes, records) in SharePoint.
Communicate project timelines and updates to staff and residents; prepare reports for leadership; attend required staff meetings.
On occasion, on-call maintenance service will be necessary (e.g., emergency repair – heating, water intrusion, other health/safety-related facility issues, etc.).
Other duties as assigned by the CEO and Director of Operations and HR.