About the Role
The Facilities Coordinator is responsible for maintaining Cornell Cooperative Extension of Columbia and Greene Counties offices and properties, including cleaning, groundskeeping, routine maintenance, and basic repairs. The Coordinator also assists with vehicle maintenance and helps maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, participants, and the public. This position provides facilities support at two CCE Columbia Greene locations based on operational needs and as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Assist with overall facilities management and identify and report facility issues.
- Serve as the after-hours contact for building and grounds emergencies.
- Maintain facility, equipment, and grounds records and maintenance schedules.
- Assist with coordinating maintenance, contractors, and outside vendors.
- Attend Facilities Committee meetings as assigned.
- Perform seasonal grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, weed whacking, and snow and ice removal.
- Clean and maintain restrooms, lounges, and meeting rooms; restock paper products, soap, and other supplies; and empty recycling bins as needed.
- Perform minor maintenance and repairs, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, roofing, flooring, and painting.
- Report major problems or repairs to the supervisor.
- Maintain tools, equipment, supplies, storage areas, and sheds.
- Assist with ordering, picking up, and delivering supplies and equipment, including transporting items to the Taste NY Market located at the Capital District Welcome Center in New Baltimore.
- Set up and break down meeting rooms, including tables, chairs, and cleaning, based on room booking schedules.
- Work with the supervisor and staff to ensure buildings and grounds are ready for programs and events.
- Open and close buildings as needed for rentals and storage, and check facilities after use for damage or other issues.
- Assist with maintaining Association vehicles, including scheduling routine maintenance and inspections, checking fluid levels, and cleaning vehicles as needed.
- Safely operate Association vehicles, grounds equipment, and other job-related equipment.
- In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.
- Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.
- Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
- Be familiar with and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
- Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.
- Be aware of, and adhere to, established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Columbia & Greene Counties policies, procedures and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.
- Contribute to the overall success of the organization by performing all assigned duties in a professional, timely and accurate manner.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience or an Associate’s degree in a related field.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Experience with large-acreage grounds maintenance, including zero-turn mowing and snowplowing.
- Experience with painting, light carpentry, and basic plumbing maintenance.
- Knowledge of building, grounds, cleaning, and basic mechanical systems and repairs.
- Ability to safely operate lawn, grounds, and snow-removal equipment.
- Ability to help maintain a welcoming environment for all.
- Ability to meet regular travel requirements associated with this position.
- A valid NYS driver's license with the ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, as needed, including for snow removal and other facility needs.
- Ability to read instructions, write basic reports, and communicate positively with staff, volunteers, and others.
- Basic computer skills, including email, calendars, and internet-based systems.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks with supervisor guidance.
- Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Perform routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, sanitizing, cleaning restrooms, emptying trash, and other general cleaning duties.
- Lift, move, and transport materials, equipment, landscaping waste, and other items.
- Frequently bend, reach, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, and use hands to perform cleaning, painting, maintenance, and groundskeeping tasks.
- Operate equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, shovels, and snow blowers.
- Work around moving and vibrating mechanical equipment.
- Work in environments with moderate to loud noise levels when operating equipment.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for the task, such as hearing and eye protection and gloves.
Skills
- Groundskeeping
- Routine maintenance
- Basic repairs
- Vehicle maintenance
- Cleaning
- Zero-turn mowing
- Snowplowing
- Painting
- Light carpentry
- Basic plumbing maintenance
- Building systems knowledge
- Grounds systems knowledge
- Cleaning systems knowledge
- Basic mechanical systems knowledge
- Basic repair knowledge
- Lawn equipment operation
- Grounds equipment operation
- Snow-removal equipment operation
- Communication
- Basic computer skills
- Calendars
- Internet-based systems
- Organization
- Prioritization
Location
- Columbia and Greene Counties
Work Type
- Full-time
- Nonexempt
Experience Level
- At least 1 year of related experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate’s degree in a related field
Salary/Compensations
- $25 per hour
Benefits
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal leave
- Paid Holidays
- New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP)
- NYSHIP Dental Insurance
- NYS Retirement (NYSERS)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- Personal Accidental Insurance
- Legal Insurance
- Auto and Homeowner’s Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- New York’s 529 College Savings Program
About the Company
- Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.
- Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.
- This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
Equal Opportunity
- Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for providing equal program and employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.
