IDEA Public Schools
Facilities Manager - IDEA Harlingen (Immediate Opening)
IDEA Public Schools, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
Job Title
Facilities Manager – IDEA Harlingen (Immediate Opening) – IDEA Public Schools
Role Mission The Facilities Manager (FM) is responsible for operating a clean, safe, sustainable, high‑quality facility by leading the custodial team to enhance the learning environment. Facilities Managers exemplify IDEA’s commitment to excellence through successful hiring, development, and retention of custodial staff.
Compensation
Hourly rate ranging between $23.85 for 0 years of experience and $29.81
Performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment
Other Benefits
Paid Family Leave: up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child
Tuition Reimbursement: up to 50% of tuition, up to $5,250 per year
Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling
Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development
Relocation allowance may be offered as applicable
What You Bring – Competencies
Mission Focus – focuses on IDEA’s core purpose of getting all students into college
Record of Results – holds high expectations for self and others to achieve and surpass intended goals
Problem Solving – synthesizes, analyzes, and prioritizes data and opportunities to develop strategies for achieving quantifiable goals
Communication – effectively conveys information using a variety of channels and techniques
Continuous Improvement – proactively identifies opportunities to improve and consistently reflects on past actions to guide future decisions
Required Qualifications
HS diploma or GED
Minimum 3 years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or construction
Minimum 2 years of experience directly managing or leading a team
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Licenses/Certifications in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Accountabilities Campus safe and operational one week before First Day of School (FDOS)
Achieve an A rating in the Facilities Comprehensive Audit from Beginning of Year (BOY) through the last day of school
Complete the Facilities QuickStart checklist to ensure school readiness at the start of the school year
Complete 100% of required Safe Schools and Roadmap trainings prior to the deadline
All chemicals on hand locked
Campus receives a proficient score of 3+ on the Campus Safety Scorecard
Maintain an efficient operation to achieve campus cost per square foot allocation with kWh usage per square foot
Serve as the financial steward for campus facilities and maintenance operations by generating a 10% surplus over budgeted allocation
Improve continuously and execute operations efficiently by generating a 5% annual saving in utilities expense
Manage overtime according to the established targets to ensure payroll costs fall within budget
Business partner with campus leaders for capital expenditure (CapEx) projects
Work with APO and Principals to identify facilities needs and develop a plan accordingly
Provide timely CapEx quotations to improve facilities for each school
85% Retention of Custodial Staff
Increase development and training of staff through weekly check‑ins and daily huddles
Ensure that at least one custodian is groomed to take on the Facilities Manager role within 18 months
80% of facilities requisitions entered within 3 days of service
Work with approved vendors to ensure timely issuance of services
Maintain budget accuracy by entering requisitions within goal timeframe
100% adherence to the IDEA Procurement Policy with zero violations
95% Customer Satisfaction of maintenance work orders on Zendesk
Operate a clean and healthy campus that guarantees an enhanced learning environment
Deploy team to efficiently resolve issues submitted
Demonstrate reliability and responsibility through attendance, punctuality, and flexibility
Zero unexcused absences
Consistent punctuality
Ability to work long hours as needed to meet the mission goal
Team and Family Expectations
Believes and committed to our mission that all students can get to and through college
Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, holds accountability
Has a propensity for action, willing to learn and improve quickly
Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes
Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high‑growth environment; comfortable with ambiguity and change
Seeks and responds well to feedback, shared often and freely across all levels
Works through silos and forges strong cross‑departmental relationships to achieve outcomes
Believes in education as a profession and holds ourselves to high standards of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models
Supervisory Responsibilities
Campus Custodians
About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a multi‑state network of tuition‑free, Pre‑K‑12 public charter schools. IDEA boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report’s top high school lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college‑bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and is on‑track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values.
How to Apply Please submit your application online through Jobvite. It’s in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.
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Role Mission The Facilities Manager (FM) is responsible for operating a clean, safe, sustainable, high‑quality facility by leading the custodial team to enhance the learning environment. Facilities Managers exemplify IDEA’s commitment to excellence through successful hiring, development, and retention of custodial staff.
Compensation
Hourly rate ranging between $23.85 for 0 years of experience and $29.81
Performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment
Other Benefits
Paid Family Leave: up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child
Tuition Reimbursement: up to 50% of tuition, up to $5,250 per year
Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling
Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development
Relocation allowance may be offered as applicable
What You Bring – Competencies
Mission Focus – focuses on IDEA’s core purpose of getting all students into college
Record of Results – holds high expectations for self and others to achieve and surpass intended goals
Problem Solving – synthesizes, analyzes, and prioritizes data and opportunities to develop strategies for achieving quantifiable goals
Communication – effectively conveys information using a variety of channels and techniques
Continuous Improvement – proactively identifies opportunities to improve and consistently reflects on past actions to guide future decisions
Required Qualifications
HS diploma or GED
Minimum 3 years of experience in facilities, maintenance, or construction
Minimum 2 years of experience directly managing or leading a team
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Licenses/Certifications in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Accountabilities Campus safe and operational one week before First Day of School (FDOS)
Achieve an A rating in the Facilities Comprehensive Audit from Beginning of Year (BOY) through the last day of school
Complete the Facilities QuickStart checklist to ensure school readiness at the start of the school year
Complete 100% of required Safe Schools and Roadmap trainings prior to the deadline
All chemicals on hand locked
Campus receives a proficient score of 3+ on the Campus Safety Scorecard
Maintain an efficient operation to achieve campus cost per square foot allocation with kWh usage per square foot
Serve as the financial steward for campus facilities and maintenance operations by generating a 10% surplus over budgeted allocation
Improve continuously and execute operations efficiently by generating a 5% annual saving in utilities expense
Manage overtime according to the established targets to ensure payroll costs fall within budget
Business partner with campus leaders for capital expenditure (CapEx) projects
Work with APO and Principals to identify facilities needs and develop a plan accordingly
Provide timely CapEx quotations to improve facilities for each school
85% Retention of Custodial Staff
Increase development and training of staff through weekly check‑ins and daily huddles
Ensure that at least one custodian is groomed to take on the Facilities Manager role within 18 months
80% of facilities requisitions entered within 3 days of service
Work with approved vendors to ensure timely issuance of services
Maintain budget accuracy by entering requisitions within goal timeframe
100% adherence to the IDEA Procurement Policy with zero violations
95% Customer Satisfaction of maintenance work orders on Zendesk
Operate a clean and healthy campus that guarantees an enhanced learning environment
Deploy team to efficiently resolve issues submitted
Demonstrate reliability and responsibility through attendance, punctuality, and flexibility
Zero unexcused absences
Consistent punctuality
Ability to work long hours as needed to meet the mission goal
Team and Family Expectations
Believes and committed to our mission that all students can get to and through college
Has demonstrated effective outcomes and results, holds accountability
Has a propensity for action, willing to learn and improve quickly
Works with urgency and purpose to drive student outcomes
Thrives in an entrepreneurial, high‑growth environment; comfortable with ambiguity and change
Seeks and responds well to feedback, shared often and freely across all levels
Works through silos and forges strong cross‑departmental relationships to achieve outcomes
Believes in education as a profession and holds ourselves to high standards of conduct, professionalism and behaviors as models
Supervisory Responsibilities
Campus Custodians
About IDEA Public Schools At IDEA Public Schools, we believe each and every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA Public Schools has grown from a small school with 150 students to a multi‑state network of tuition‑free, Pre‑K‑12 public charter schools. IDEA boasts national rankings on The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report’s top high school lists. IDEA serves over 80,000 college‑bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and is on‑track to maintain its legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. When you choose to work at IDEA, you are part of our Team and Family. You will work alongside team members who set and reach ambitious goals every day, are excited to continue to grow with IDEA, and work relentlessly to make college for all a reality. At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values.
How to Apply Please submit your application online through Jobvite. It’s in your best interest to apply as soon as possible.
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