Facility Manager - Unsheltered

ROOF ABOVE

Roof Above is NCs most comprehensive homeless service provider. Our mission is to unite our community to end homelessness, one life at a time. Focusing on individuals experiencing homelessness, Roof Above offers everything from street outreach to shelter to Rapid Rehousing to Permanent Supportive Housing. Roof Aboves services and programs reach over 1,400 individuals every day across ten campuses in Charlotte. Roof Above was born through the merger of Urban Ministry Center and Mens Shelter of Charlotte in 2019

POSITION SUMMARY

The Facility Manager is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness of assigned Roof Above properties across three locations in Charlotte, that consist of two shelters, an emergency shelter, a day service center, and an administrative building. This position ensures that all facilities are maintained in a safe, secure, sanitary, functional, and welcoming condition for residents, guests, staff, volunteers, visitors, and community partners, directly supporting Roof Aboves mission to end homelessness.

The Facility Manager oversees preventive maintenance, building repairs, contractor coordination, regulatory compliance, property inspections, and capital improvement projects. This role is responsible for identifying maintenance needs, prioritizing work orders, monitoring facility conditions, and implementing proactive maintenance strategies to support the long-term performance, reliability, and cost-effective operation of all assigned properties.

Working collaboratively with Program Leadership and staff, Kitchen Services, Volunteer Engagement, and Organizational Leadership, the Facility Manager coordinates facility-related needs, minimizes disruptions to daily services, and ensures that building operations effectively support program activities and organizational priorities. The position requires strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills, along with the ability to build positive working relationships with diverse teams and individuals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Facility Operations

- Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned properties, ensuring facilities remain clean, safe, functional, and well maintained.

- Conduct routine inspections of buildings, residential units, common areas, mechanical spaces, grounds, and building systems to identify maintenance needs and ensure compliance with organizational standards.

- Develop, implement, and oversee preventive maintenance programs while responding promptly to maintenance requests, facility emergencies, and work orders.

- Perform or coordinate repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, flooring, appliances, and other building systems to ensure reliable facility operations.

- Monitor building equipment performance, maintain maintenance inventories and tools, and proactively schedule repairs and equipment replacements to minimize operational disruptions.

- Serve as the primary point of contact for maintenance operations at assigned properties, providing responsive customer service to residents and internal stakeholders.

- Coordinate and oversee outside contractors and service providers, including obtaining quotes, monitoring project schedules and budgets, reviewing completed work for quality, and ensuring compliance with organizational safety and contractual requirements.

- Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of renovation, capital improvement, and facility enhancement projects while recommending improvements that promote resident safety, operational efficiency, and long-term asset preservation.

- Prepare facilities for inspections conducted by regulatory agencies, funding partners, and organizational leadership, and ensure timely correction of identified deficiencies.

- Conduct routine safety inspections, coordinate emergency repairs, maintain fire and life safety systems, and support organizational emergency preparedness and disaster response efforts.

- Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, maintenance records, asset information, and performance reporting.

- Provide on-the-job training, guidance, and mentorship to new and existing maintenance staff, promoting safe work practices, quality workmanship, and consistent service delivery.

Program & Resident Support

- Collaborate with Housing Program staff, Case Management, and other internal departments to address maintenance needs, support housing stability, and ensure residential units remain safe, habitable, comfortable, and compliant with organizational standards.

- Build and maintain positive working relationships with residents, contractors, community partners, and internal stakeholders by responding professionally to maintenance concerns, providing excellent customer service, and balancing resident needs with effective property stewardship.

- Participate in regular program and interdisciplinary team meetings to provide updates on work order status, unit turnover progress, maintenance priorities, and vacant unit readiness, supporting effective communication and coordinated service delivery.

Budget Management

- Assist in the development and management of annual operating, maintenance, and capital budgets by monitoring expenditure, controlling costs through effective planning and preventive maintenance, and ensuring responsible stewardship of organizational resources.

- Analyze maintenance trends, recurring equipment issues, and facility needs to recommend long-term solutions, equipment replacements, and capital investments that improve operational efficiency, extend asset life, and support strategic facility planning.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

- High school diploma or GED required.

- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in facility maintenance, property management, or a related field. Experience working in shelters, supportive housing, healthcare, hospitality, or other service-oriented environments preferred.

- Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, capital improvement projects, and preventive maintenance programs.

- Experience working with vulnerable populations is preferred

- Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing , electrical, carpentry, appliances, and general building systems.

- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment specifications.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

- Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, staff, contractors, and community partners.

- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds while demonstrating professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to quality service.

- Dependable, self-motivated, and results-oriented with a strong work ethic and commitment to safety.

- Valid driver's license with a safe driving record required.

- Meet Physical Requirements

Lift up to 50 pounds.

- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and reach for extended periods.

- Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather.

- Operate power equipment and hand tools safely.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This is an on-site position and requires travel between locations. Individuals must be able to work with limited supervision, embrace a fast-paced environment, and be comfortable de-escalating behaviors with diverse individuals including persons with mental illness and substance use issues.

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OUR VALUES:

Heart for the Work

- We choose this work and embrace this place.

- We practice radical compassion.

- We each do our unique part to end homelessness.

Solution-Oriented

- Grounding ourselves in what we know, we imagine what is possible.

- We are intentional about getting the right people involved and we move towards effective action.

- We are exhaustive in our search for solutions.

Bring Our Best

- We practice self-care, self-awareness, and safety.

- We recognize what we need to let go of to move forward.

- We exercise diligence and grit.

Value Others

- We honor the profound worth of each life and our work reflects it.

- We meet people where they are and approach others with genuine curiosity.

- We know we cant do it alone. We are stronger and smarter together.

Roof Above is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees