Part-Time Facilities Coordinator in Durham, North Carolina at RMHC Triangle

Job Title: Part-Time Facilities Coordinator

Location: Durham Ronald McDonald House
Reports To: Senior Facilities Manager
FLSA Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt

Hours: 20 hours/week performed during business hours
Starting Salary Range: $23–25/hour

We provide essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare. Our vision is a world where every family has what they need to ensure the best health outcomes for their children.

The Part-Time Facilities Coordinator is responsible for assigned tasks related to general maintenance, housekeeping, and operational support throughout the House. As a member of the Operations team, this individual helps maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming environment for guest families, staff, and visitors. This position also provides support with inventory organization, room setup, facility troubleshooting, and special projects as directed by the Senior Facilities Manager.

1. Conduct Basic Repairs & Maintenance:

• Utilize the maintenance request system to report issues, track progress, and document completed repairs or resolutions.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs and filters, cleaning PTAC units, and addressing minor facility issues.
• Demonstrate understanding of fire safety systems, emergency procedures, and utility shut-off locations including water and electrical systems.

2. Maintain a Clean, Safe, and Welcoming Environment:

• Keep shop and mechanical areas clean and organized.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of indoor and outdoor areas, including trash removal and keeping sidewalks and entryways clear of debris.
• Maintain knowledge of House guidelines and procedures and help ensure guest compliance in a respectful and supportive manner.

3. Support Sr. Facilities Manager with special projects as directed:

• Provide hands-on support for renovations and special projects under the direction of the Senior Facilities Manager.
• Support organizational excellence through teamwork, collaboration, flexibility, and willingness to assist with additional projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Basic skills in maintenance and repair preferred. Willingness to learn with an attitude of continual improvement required.
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining attention to detail and accountability.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving ability, and strong reasoning skills.
• Basic proficiency with communication and office tools such as email and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of guest families and organizational information.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful work environment.
• Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be mobile and able to move quickly throughout the House to respond to family or facility needs.
• Ability to perform physical activities including standing, walking, bending, grasping, reaching, hearing, speaking, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds between lower and higher positions and across horizontal distances.