Are you someone who likes to be hands on?  Are you an avid problem solver? Do you like to take pride in a job well done? Are you a mechanical multi-tasker?

Welcome to OverDrive!

There are few opportunities out there where you can do what you love and make a difference. At OverDrive, we advocate literacy and reading by equipping libraries and schools with digital media. What does that mean? It means we create the software, build the platforms, develop the relationships, and promote the products that literally define the eBook lending industry. We are the innovators, the envelope-pushers, the visionaries. It’s fun and challenging – and we feel good about what we bring to the world.

From New York to Shanghai, Helsinki to Cairo, we work with over 100,000 schools, libraries, colleges to provide bestselling eBooks, audiobooks, music, and video for people to borrow or buy. We need great people to accomplish great things. That’s where you fit in.

From day one, your ideas and projects will contribute to cutting-edge initiatives that positively impact millions of people worldwide. Ready to learn more?

The Facilities Specialist is responsible for the maintenance of OverDrive facilities and property. This will include, but not be limited to, maintenance of items throughout the building, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, lighting, carpentry, kitchen and office supply inventory, and grounds maintenance.

Join our successful facilities team and be a part of something amazing.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that kitchens, copy rooms, conference rooms, common rooms and storage areas are kept tidy daily.
• Maintain storage and organization of facility supplies.
• Assist HR Coordinator with event preparations and tear down.
• Coordinate receipt and internal delivery of shipments.
• Maintain inventory of building and office keys.
• Assist with general maintenance tasks to support the facility and grounds.  Resolve Blue Sky Requests (submitted by employees via company Intranet) as assigned in CMMS in a timely manner.
• Perform lawn and property maintenance (i.e., litter / debris removal, snow removal, salting of sidewalks and parking lot, etc.).
• Assist with recycling program.
• Assist with building security operations as directed.
• Assemble furniture or other items for the building and/or property.
• Assemble, retrieve, and report data pertaining to programs
• Perform administrative and record keeping functions for the team
• Adhere to and function within established policies and procedures, assuring all aspects of a safe working environment for employees and customers
• Explore, identify, and participate in initiatives, processes and procedures to improve operational efficiencies while assuring quality within policies
• Interact with internal staff members to refer/resolve problems associated with assigned work activities
• Maintain awareness and make use of continuous quality improvement tools
• Responsible for 0-1 field of specialization
• Promote a culture that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse team members.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in facilities operations.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Strong communication skills, ability to communicate with employees at all levels.
• Ability to prioritize work with a strong attention to detail and efficiency.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self-directed with ability to see to completion facilities related projects.
• Valid driver’s license.

A Few Things about OverDrive:

• We create software that is on the world’s stage… millions of people around the world - your neighbors, your friends, your kids, and most likely someone in your family is using OverDrive products and services.
• You get the chance to work with some of the best people in the region as we support new technology, collaboration, and a great work environment.
• We are a B-Corp Certified Company.

What’s Next:

As you’ve probably guessed, OverDrive is a place that values individuality and variety. We don’t want you to be like everyone else, we don’t even want you to be like us—we want you to be like you! So, if you're interested in joining the OverDrive team, email your resume to kbutts@overdrive.com.