Facilities Manager

Facilities Manager

High Tech High is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee the general maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of our North County campus. This position will provide leadership, managing a team of maintenance techs, day porters, and custodians on campus. This is a critical position on campus, making certain that local, federal, and state safety standards, HTH policies and procedures, and HTH Facilities Design principles are upheld.

Be present onsite, communicating frequently with School Leaders (Directors, Deans, and Site Managers) about the specific needs of the campus

Supervise and develop a team of custodians, day porters, and maintenance technicians on site, including providing consistent feedback, overseeing and approving hours, and managing all aspects of Classified CBA

Supervise and support maintenance technicians to maintain all school facilities to HTH standards

Supervise and support day porters and ensure all restrooms, outdoor areas, common spaces, and classrooms are cleaned and maintained to HTH standards

Supervise and support custodians with evening cleaning of schools, including but not limited to restrooms, classrooms, and common areas

Ensure all campus areas are safe, clean, and ready for student and staff use

Support all event set-ups and tear-downs, ensuring spaces are prepared and cleaned afterward

Conduct regular inspections of campus facilities for safety, cleanliness, and readiness

Perform FITs yearly (Facilities Inspection Tool)

Use the Incident IQ system to review, submit, document, and follow up on facility-related requests

Use global HVAC / Lighting online system to optimize utilities per campus

Provide safety and security oversight via online platforms and collaboration with partners

Communicate regularly with Facilities Managers across campuses, as well as with school leadership, to ensure smooth daily operations

During school breaks, assist in supervising larger projects including deep cleaning, renovations, and repairs

Oversee the operation and maintenance of our school vehicles

Collaborate with school leaders to develop and implement the Comprehensive School Safety Plan (CSSP)

Collaborate with Environmental Health and Safety to comply with all state and federal regulations

Collaborate with local safety partners to enhance drop off and pick up zones

Communicate and collaborate with our neighbors / HOAs to effectively manage our presence in the community

Knowledge and Qualifications :

Minimum 2 years of facilities or operations experience, ideally in an educational or multi-site setting

Supervisory experience preferred, especially with custodial or maintenance teams

Strong communication, organizational, and follow-through skills

Knowledge of basic maintenance, cleaning, and safety procedures

Experience using digital ticketing or work order systems

Bilingual English / Spanish a plus

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, move across campus quickly, and respond in emergencies

High school diploma or equivalent required

Working Conditions : Environment :

Indoor and outdoor campus settings

Weekend or special event hours may be required

Travel between local campuses may be necessary

Physical Requirements :

Hearing and speaking to exchange information

Seeing to perform assigned duties

Standing / walking for extended periods of time

Bending, reaching, lifting up to 50 lbs, and operating light equipment / tools

Compensation :

This is a full-time, 12-month position. Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes benefits and paid time off per HTH policy.

Contact :

Interested individuals should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position.