- LocationHill City Sports Center, 118 Davis Cup Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502, United States
- Job CategoryHill City Sports Center
- IndustryFacility Management, Building & Grounds Maintenance, Vendor Management
- Employee TypeSalary Exempt
Facility & Grounds Director
Hill City Sports Center, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Facilities Director to oversee maintenance, custodial operations, vendor management, and overall facility upkeep. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring our sports and fitness facility remains clean, safe, fully operational, and welcoming for members, guests, and staff.
Position Summary
The Facilities Director will lead all aspects of building maintenance, repair coordination, custodial services, and facility operations. This individual should possess strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills while maintaining high standards for cleanliness, safety, and preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate will also establish and manage strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to support efficient facility operations.
Essentials Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day maintenance and custodial operations for the facility
Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and building systems
Supervise custodial and maintenance staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management
Ensure cleanliness and presentation standards throughout the facility
Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers
Coordinate bids, negotiate service agreements, and oversee vendor performance to ensure quality and cost efficiency
Manage third-party services including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool operations, landscaping, waste management, and specialty repairs
Monitor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, pool systems, fitness equipment, and general facility operations
Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance or safety concerns
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and operational regulations
Maintain inventory of maintenance and custodial supplies
Assist with budgeting, purchasing, and expense management related to facility operations
Respond promptly to facility emergencies and operational issues
Support event setup, breakdown, and operational logistics as needed
Qualifications
Previous facilities management, maintenance, or operations leadership experience required
Knowledge of building systems, custodial operations, and preventive maintenance practices
Experience managing vendor relationships, contractors, and service agreements
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues efficiently
Experience in fitness, sports, hospitality, or recreation facilities preferred
Basic knowledge of pool operations and aquatic systems is a plus
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends when necessary
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and perform physical maintenance tasks
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather).
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.