Site Facility Manager

SFM•Brentwood, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

School Facility Management (SFM) provides professional facilities staffing and management services to institutional, nonprofit, and faith-based clients. Our team members represent SFM's commitment to quality, reliability, and respectful service. Employees placed at client sites are employed through SFM and supported by SFM operations management throughout their assignment. We believe a career should be more than just a job — it should be a meaningful and challenging journey that makes a difference. At SFM, you join a mission-driven team that prioritizes people, purpose, and continuous improvement. Partnership – We operate with trust, integrity, and transparency. Excellence – We pursue the highest standards through innovation and accountability. Positivity – We bring a solutions-oriented, service-first mindset every day. Respectfulness – We foster an inclusive, professional environment where everyone is valued. Growth – We invest in our people through development, advancement, and meaningful work. SFM is seeking a hands-on Site Facility Manager for a faith-based campus in Brentwood, TN. This is a working role for someone who takes initiative and gets things done. The right person doesn't need to be an expert in everything — but they should be resourceful, know their limits, and proactively find solutions or bring in the right help. The ideal candidate is self-reliant, communicates clearly, and is comfortable taking direction from multiple members of the on-site community staff.

Requirements

4–6 years of hands-on facility maintenance or building operations experience
Strong working knowledge of core building systems: plumbing, electrical, life safety, and mechanical infrastructure
Problem-solver who can assess a situation, work through it, and know when to call in a specialist
Self-reliant and proactive — takes ownership and doesn't wait to be told what needs attention
Strong communicator who can take direction from multiple staff members and keep everyone informed
Proficiency with work order systems and standard office tools (Google Workspace or Microsoft Office)
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Must be able to pass a background check

Nice To Haves

Experience in institutional, religious, or campus-style facilities
Familiarity with building automation/energy management systems (BAS/BMS) or CMMS platforms
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification; experience with facilities budgeting

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on day-to-day maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, life safety, and general building systems
Conduct routine repairs, preventive maintenance, and building inspections — and see them through to completion
Proactively monitor building conditions, identify issues early, and act before small problems become larger ones
Manage a work order system — log, prioritize, and resolve requests promptly
Maintain accurate records for inspections, work orders, maintenance logs, and regulatory requirements
Perform and document seasonal start-up and shutdown procedures for building mechanical systems
Coordinate and manage external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance, repairs, and inspections
Ensure contracted work meets SFM's standards for quality, safety, and compliance; maintain vendor documentation.
Coordinate with the on-site Project Manager on facility improvement projects, providing field-level input and execution
Support small-scale projects, including room reconfigurations, minor renovations, and equipment installations
Communicate proactively with community staff and SFM management on project status and maintenance concerns.
Conduct regular safety inspections; promptly correct hazards to maintain a safe environment for all staff and visitors
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations; keep permits, licenses, and certifications current
Assist in tracking expenses for repairs, maintenance, and supplies in support of facilities budgeting