Facility Assistant

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is seeking a Facilities Assistant to provide mechanical, safety, and operational support across our facilities team. This role reports directly to the Director of Facilities Operations and collaborates closely with Clinic Managers and Upper Management. Based in Nashville, the position also supports other Middle Tennessee TOA locations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day operations of facilities, including delegating or completing maintenance orders.
• Recognize building deficiencies and perform technical troubleshooting for plumbing, HVAC, and other building systems.
• Monitor the cleanliness of interior and exterior areas such as offices, conference rooms, parking lots, and outdoor spaces.
• Support janitorial services.
• Ensure safety of interior and exterior areas, including preparing facilities for changing weather conditions.
• Implement proper security measures, collaborating with security system vendors or professionals.
• Collaborate with building owners and upper management on budgeting for facility needs.
• Work closely with the Facilities Manager and team to support new project development and renovations.

Requirements

• Valid Tennessee driver’s license.
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience recognizing building deficiencies and maintaining day-to-day facility operations.
• Fundamental knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, and other building systems.
• Technical troubleshooting skills and ability to self-diagnose issues.
• Proficiency with repair tools and techniques.
• Experience working with outside vendors.
• Ability to coordinate with facilities and building owners.
• Exceptional ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and work across geographic and organizational boundaries.
• Highly detail-oriented, with the ability to take direction from multiple partners while working independently.

A Technical or Trade School Certificate in Facilities Management or a related field is preferred.