Director of Facilities and Maintenance

Deadline: January 30, 2026

District/Organization: Vandercook Lake Public Schools

Position/Type: Central Office – 1st Line Admin, full time

Salary: $51,342 – $60, 044

Position Details

JOB TITLE: Director of Facilities & Maintenance

LOCATION: Vandercook Lake Public Schools

REPORTS TO: Superintendent

PAY RATE/SALARY: $51,342 – $60,044

WORKING DAYS/HOURS: M – F

DATE POSTED: January 14, 2026 – UNTIL FILLED

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma
Preferred: experience with at least 5 years of hands-on campus, facilities, and operations experience
JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

• In consultation with the Superintendent, develops, manages, and monitors operating and capital budgets for

facilities. Assures all paperwork is done in a timely manner

• Directs and coordinates preventive maintenance of systems and buildings; as well as, performs repairs and

maintenance when necessary

• Represents Vandercook Lake Public Schools as the primary interface with staff and companies regarding

maintenance of districts’ facility and grounds

• Supervises and inspects the improvement and renovation work performed by outside contractors and

verifies that the terms of their contracts have been fulfilled prior to final payment authorization

• Assures regulatory compliance (federal and state) for buildings and systems and serves as the liaison with

appropriate state and local officials regarding the inspection of buildings and utility systems

• Routinely inspects buildings and utility systems to determine the need for alterations and/or repair
• Identifies and purchases appropriate products and finishes to be utilized in cleaning/maintaining all facilities
• Assures supplies, materials, and tools are maintained in safe working order and are inventoried for the

district

• Supervises all grounds and custodial positions; establishes and assigns personnel work schedules and costs

of projects; sets priorities for projects and tasks and monitors completion

• Keeps current in the theory and practice of Facilities Management, and participates in regular professional

development

• Attends meetings upon request (directors, admin, board, etc)
• Plan, organize, and execute timely responses to facilities ticket requests
• Coordinate projects around the school calendar including supporting third party facility rentals and after

school, weekend, and summer programs

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate a commitment to the Mission and Values of Vandercook Lake Public Schools
• Demonstrates a journeyman level of knowledge of HVAC/boiler, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical

equipment

• Demonstrates an advance level of knowledge of building codes, safety procedures, and OSHA requirements
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with a diverse group of individuals
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks
• ability to supervise and/or personally perform any and all facilities and operations related tasks on/across

the district

• Strong knowledge of building hardware such as locks, doors, door openers, lavatory fixtures, lighting fixtures

and equipment, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and construction

• Strong writing skills to prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, policies and procedures, and training

documents

• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, to take and give

clear directions

• High integrity and accountability; exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Positive attitude
• Reliable, responsible, and safety-minded
• Physical abilities: Willing and able to climb ladders and work in areas that are difficult to maneuver through;

Capable of lifting objects as heavy as 50 pounds; sufficient mobility and dexterity of both arms to safely
operate hand and power tools, gauges, valves, etc; ability to frequently bend and stoop.

• Environmental conditions: ability to withstand exposure to high temperatures, seasonal changes, lubrication

agents, dust, hazardous materials such as cleaning chemicals, loud or unpleasant noises. May be exposed to
cramped working spaces and areas/tasks where caution must be exercised to ensure safety.

Interested individuals should email resume, letter of intent, and 3 references/recommendation letters to:

Mrs. Melissa Bradfield, Superintendent

Vandercook Lake Public Schools

1000 E. Golf Avenue

Jackson, MI 49203

Email: [email protected]
It is the policy of the Vandercook Lake School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status or handicap in its educational program, activities, or employment as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; or Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972. Direct inquiries to Superintendent of Schools, 1000 E. Golf Ave., Jackson, Michigan, Phone 517-782-9044. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the tasks, duties, and responsibilities of the position. It is not an employment contract, and nothing in this document should be construed as creating a promise of employment

E-mail: [email protected]