Manager of Facilities/Maintenance

Position Title: Manager of Facilities/Maintenance  
FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Salary, Exempt, 12-month
Date Created/Modified: April 2025
Reports to: Director of Facilities

Solebury School (New Hope, PA) seeks a highly qualified and motivated Manager of Facilities/Maintenance to oversee the maintenance of the entire campus, with a focus on customer service, while assisting in the oversight of facility operations and budget management. Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Facilities, this is a working hands-on role.  The manager will be responsible as the back up to the facilities on-call should assistance be needed. A qualified candidate has experience in a variety of Trades and can fill in any gaps needed to fulfill the team's changing needs. The anticipated hire date is as soon as possible this spring.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Director of Facilities with the day-to-day operations of the facilities department with responsibility for managing/supervising the maintenance team
• Supervise and manage the School maintenance & grounds staff (5 positions in total)
• Oversee and manage the School work order system (Operations Hero)- including ensuring the timely completion of all work order requests and preventative maintenance scheduled, coordinating staff deployment for ticket response, and completing associated administrative duties
• Assist facilities staff with troubleshooting, repairs, and completion of maintenance tasks performing building maintenance duties both independently and as part of a team.  Tasks may include painting, electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, and heating and ventilation systems maintenance
• Work closely with the Custodial Manager to supervise and manage the day to day operational needs of the department
• Coordinate with Director of Facilities to fulfill purchasing needs, within budgetary constraints
• Assist with upcoming projects, work orders and possible remodels of spaces
• Forecast and manage maintenance employee’s use of paid time off
• Assist in setting and maintaining a high standard of work quality, by setting the example and helping other staff to maintain that standard
• Comply with all safety and health regulations, as well as staying current with building codes
• Keep inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment, and report needs to the Director of Facilities
• Respond to emergency calls for maintenance and repairs and dispatch facilities staff
• Work with and maintain relationships with contracted vendors
• Participate in response to weather events, such as snow removal and flood recovery
• Help to advance employee and team skill sets by teaching and training various Trades
• Adaptability to change hours if and when needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience
• Past experience as a team lead or Managerial experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems (including relevant equipment and tools) preferred
• Ability to work in a team and alone when needed with the ability to follow instructions from supervisors
• School experience, especially with independent schools, preferred
• Able to use and navigate computer needs such as Word, Excel, Google calendars, work order systems and Building Automation Systems

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• The ability to exert significant physical effort in heavy work, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials weighing 20 to 50 pounds; may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials weighing up to 100 pounds

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods; ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy equipment.

• Willingness to work outside in inclement weather

• Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dust, wetness, humidity, machinery, vibrations, temperature and noise extremes, disease, pathogenic substances, and toxic/poisonous agents.

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driver’s test in school van
• Must have and maintain reliable transportation with the ability to get to the school during inclement weather or after normal business hours for emergencies
   

Solebury School offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to all eligible employees, including: 

• Medical & Vision Insurance (free option for employees and employee plus children)
• Dental Insurance
• 403 (b) defined contribution retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and / Company Holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability leave

As part of the terms for employment and in accordance with state law, all employees undergo national, state and local background checks before starting. Employment is also contingent on the ability to establish identity for employment in the United States by providing appropriate documentation to complete the I-9 form and required certifications.

Please submit cover letter and resume to Staci Freer, Special Projects Manager via email sfreer@solebury.org. 

Solebury School seeks teachers who enjoy being a part of a culture of learning, where they are always striving to improve their teaching through feedback and self-evaluation. We value intellectual challenge and academic achievement alongside mutual respect between students and teachers.

Since its founding in 1925, Solebury School has been a leader in progressive education.  We are an all-gender boarding and day school serving more than 255 students in grades 9-12. 
Solebury is an Equal Opportunity Employer.