The Facilities Specialist is responsible for providing support to the Facilities Manager on work projects related to the construction, renovation, and on-going maintenance of the buildings of Graystone Eye (Hickory, Lincolnton, Lenoir, and Boone). Work involves some activities in coordination with contractors and subcontractors. Responsibilities include the regular inspection of facilities for repair and maintenance purposes, inspections, and maintenance of clinical equipment for repair and maintenance purposes, the planning of work required, completing required work as appropriate; and estimates of material costs and labor hours required. A relationship is maintained with all departments to ensure that their support service needs are met in these areas. Work is performed with considerable independence. Note: For purposes of this position, building operations is defined as the general maintenance and repair of buildings or facilities which includes oversight of renovation projects which must involve the application of one or more building trades (i.e. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, roofing/waterproofing, etc.) in the course of work. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required on an as needed basis.