Facility Coordinator

ABHS • Lancaster, OH

6d • $25 - $28

About The Position

The Facility Coordinator oversees maintenance, repair, safety, and environmental operations at a residential mental health facility. The role ensures that buildings, grounds, equipment, and systems are safe, functional, and compliant in support of residents, staff, and visitors. The coordinator works with facility leadership to meet applicable licensing, life safety, and regulatory requirements.

The position coordinates and performs routine and preventive maintenance, monitors facility systems, responds to maintenance requests and emergencies, conducts inspections, and coordinates vendors and maintenance contracts. It supports regulatory compliance, safety rounds, emergency preparedness, inspection readiness, and accurate maintenance documentation and reporting. The coordinator also liaises with leadership, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies; recommends facility improvements; and assists with maintenance budgets and resource planning.

The role requires collaboration with clinical and operational staff and a commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the posting also says flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings, may be required to meet the purpose of the job and accommodate client needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least three years of maintenance, facilities management, building operations, or related experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to read and write English legibly and communicate clearly.
• Ability to organize work, manage competing priorities, and handle multiple tasks and interruptions.
• Ability to function independently and flexibly and maintain a positive work ethic under pressure.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback in an open, non-defensive manner.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, navigate stairs and facility areas frequently, and move quickly in response to patient needs or emergencies.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull 25–50 pounds.
• Ability to assist patients with mobility, including transfers, repositioning, or support with ambulation.
• Ability to participate occasionally in physical interventions, such as therapeutic holds, in accordance with training and company policy.
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, crouch, and grasp repetitively; handle equipment, medical supplies, and documentation tools.
• Ability to respond physically to crisis situations, including safely intervening during patient agitation or aggression, escorting or guiding patients, and maintaining physical awareness for prolonged periods.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings, as required to accommodate client needs.
• Ability to wear business casual attire in accordance with the dress code policy.

Nice To Haves

• Technical, trade, vocational, or facility maintenance certification.
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, residential homes, or human services settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform routine maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance for facility buildings, grounds, equipment, and systems.
• Monitor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, security, and fire/life safety systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and facility emergencies.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance, safety, or environmental concerns.
• Coordinate vendor services, repairs, inspections, and maintenance contracts.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and licensing requirements for facility operations and environmental safety.
• Participate in facility safety rounds and environmental risk assessments.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with fire safety, emergency preparedness, and life safety requirements.
• Ensure required inspections, permits, certifications, and maintenance records are completed and maintained.
• Identify and mitigate environmental and safety risks that may affect residents, staff, or visitors.
• Support readiness for regulatory, licensing, accreditation, and environmental health inspections.
• Assist with developing and implementing emergency preparedness and disaster response plans.
• Participate in emergency drills and corrective action planning.
• Maintain emergency equipment and supplies according to facility requirements.
• Ensure resident living areas, common areas, and grounds remain safe, clean, and in good repair.
• Address maintenance issues that may affect resident health, safety, or quality of care.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational staff to resolve environmental concerns affecting resident services.
• Maintain records of maintenance requests, work orders, inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Prepare reports on facility conditions, maintenance projects, and capital improvement needs.
• Track and report trends related to facility repairs, equipment failures, and environmental risks.
• Liaise with facility leadership, vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies on maintenance and facility matters.
• Recommend facility improvements, repairs, and capital expenditures.
• Assist with facility maintenance budgets and resource planning.
• Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Assist and cover for other staff when necessary to maintain department productivity and efficiency.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned to support the department as the company grows.
• Participate in educational training, orientations, and compliance programs as needed to maintain competency.

What This Job Offers

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