Inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ, the mission of Cardinal Ritter Senior Services is to be a recognized provider in giving person centered care through an integrated continuum of quality residential, healthcare, and supportive social services for senior adults throughout the Archdiocese of Saint Louis.

Position Summary

The Facilities Lead serves as the senior technical resource for assigned facilities and ministries. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, this position coordinates facility projects, supports preventive maintenance programs, conducts building assessments, assists with regulatory compliance activities, and helps ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and well maintained. The Lead will participate in an on-call rotation schedule. This is a working lead position with no direct reports and no responsibility for hiring, discipline, evaluations, scheduling, or personnel management.

Overview and Responsibilities

Coordinate assigned facility projects and maintenance activities.
Support preventive maintenance programs and monitor completion of scheduled tasks.
Conduct facility assessments and identify maintenance, safety, and compliance concerns.
Assist with Joint Commission, Physical Environment, Life Safety, OSHA, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
Review work orders and assist with prioritization of maintenance activities.
Coordinate service activities with vendors and contractors as assigned.
Maintain maintenance records, inspection reports, inventories, and related documentation.
Assist with emergency preparedness, weather response, and facility recovery activities.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Facilities Technicians.
Participate in on-call rotations as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; trade certification preferred.
Three to five years of facilities, maintenance, or building operations experience.
Experience with preventive maintenance programs and building systems.
Experience working with vendors and contractors preferred.
Valid driver’s license required (MO residents require a Class E).

Cardinal Ritter Senior Services does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. Cardinal Ritter Senior Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.

Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

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