Director  of  Facilities  

Washington  Street  Properties  is  seeking  an  experienced,  dependable  candidate  to  be  the  Director  of  Facilities  for  a  
portfolio  of  commercial  and  residential  properties  located  in  Watertown,  New  York.    The  Director  of  Facilities  is  an  
upper  management  position  with  responsibility  for  ensuring  that  the  company’s  properties  are  maintained  to  the  
highest  professional  standards.    Qualified  candidates  will  have  excellent  communication  and  organizational  skills,  a  
positive  attitude,  and  a  polished  and  professional  demeanor.    Responsibilities  include  but  are  not  limited  to:  

• Supervise  maintenance  personnel  and  coordinate  with  rest  of  the  senior  management  team.  
• Manage  the  bid  process,  negotiate  vendor  contacts,  secure  necessary  documentation,  inspect  work,  review  
invoices,  and  oversee  vendors  to  ensure  quality  and  timeliness.  
• Develop  and  manage  a  preventative  maintenance  program  to  ensure  the  integrity  of  mechanical  systems,  
buildings,  equipment,  and  grounds.  
• Manage  all  aspects  of  capital  improvements  projects,  customer  build-­‐outs,  and  tenant  improvements,  as  
well  as  the  efficient  turning  of  spaces  to  make  them  ready  for  tenant  occupancy.  
• Oversee  all  maintenance-­‐related  budgets  and  purchasing  activities  to  ensure  cost  effectiveness,  proper  
documentation,  and  compliance  with  corporate  policies.  
• Ensure  efficient  processing  and  completion  of  tenant  work  orders  or  service  requests.  
• Make  frequent  rounds  and  physical  inspections  of  the  facilities  to  ensure  high  standards.  
• Cultivate  tenant  satisfaction  among  staff  and  positive  interaction  with  tenants,  visitors,  and  personnel.      
• Maintain  an  inventory  of  the  necessary  supplies,  equipment  and  tools  necessary  to  complete  tasks  in  a  
cost-­‐effective  manner  and  to  avoid  delay  in  job  completion.  
• Inspect  and  maintain  the  equipment  utilized;  identify  defective  equipment  for  repair  or  replacement.  
• Maintain  a  safe  work  environment  including  appropriate  PPE.  
• Ensure  coverage  for  rapid  response  to  after-­‐hour  emergencies.  

Requirements  are  as  follows:  

• Extensive  management  and  supervisory  experience  in  commercial  and  residential  properties.  
• Detailed  knowledge  of  facilities  maintenance  and  commercial  mechanical  systems.      
• Relevant  certifications,  coursework,  and/or  degrees  preferred.  
• Knowledge  and  experience  with  steam  boiler  systems  preferred.  
• Comfortable  with  technology  and  basic  understanding  of  Microsoft  Office.  
• Must  be  responsible,  reliable,  and  have  a  positive,  get  the  job  done  attitude.  
Competitive  salary  and  benefits  package  commensurate  with  experience,  including  paid  leave,  health  and  dental  
insurance,  and  401K  with  match.    For  consideration,  please  forward  a  resume  and  cover  letter  to:      
tricia@washingtonstreetproperties.com  

Washington Street Properties

215 Washington Street, Suite 001
Watertown, New York 13601
Office: (315) 405-8161
Fax: (315) 222-7400