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Facility Director


An experienced Facility Director is needed to lead day-to-day operations at a private boarding school campus in Chatham, Virginia. This is a fully on-site position overseeing maintenance, housekeeping, and landscaping services.

You'll combine hands-on mechanical expertise with team leadership, taking responsibility for campus operations, contractors, capital projects, and technical troubleshooting across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

The Role

As the Facility Director, you'll:
  • Lead maintenance, housekeeping, and landscaping teams across the campus.
  • Oversee daily facilities operations, work orders, and maintenance schedules.
  • Troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems as the primary technical resource.
  • Manage contractors and ensure work meets safety and quality standards.
  • Oversee capital projects and support long-term campus maintenance requirements.
  • Coordinate seasonal operations and facilities preparations for special campus events.
  • Provide emergency on-call support and coverage for selected weekend events.
About You

To be successful as the Facility Director, you'll have:
  • Strong hands-on mechanical experience across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
  • Proven experience leading multidisciplinary facilities or maintenance teams.
  • Experience managing employee performance, accountability, and day-to-day workloads.
  • Strong contractor management, project coordination, and maintenance planning experience.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills with senior stakeholders.
  • A valid driver's license and flexibility for occasional callouts and weekends.
  • Campus or education facilities experience would be advantageous.
What's in it for You?
  • $85,000-$90,000 base salary.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer match.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, nine holidays, and two floating holidays.
  • HSA/FSA options, life insurance, and disability insurance.
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
  • Limited relocation assistance available for the right candidate.
This is a full-time, on-site position, typically working 7:30 AM-4:00 PM. Occasional emergency on-call and weekend support will be required.

Apply Now

To apply for the position of Facility Director, click Apply Now to send your resume to Ellie Connolly.

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