About this role
About PrimerPrimer is a growing network of K–8 schools restoring the timeless foundations of American education. Inspired by the original teaching primers that shaped a nation of readers, thinkers, and builders, our schools begin with what has always worked, and build for what lies ahead. Close-knit learning environments. Skilled educators. A culture that takes kids seriously as learners and leaders.
Primers shaped the first 200 years of American children. Primer will ready them for the next.
About the RolePrimer is seeking a Facilities Coordinator to support day-to-day operations across our five San Antonio campuses and one Phoenix-area campus. This execution-focused role serves as the primary coordinator for maintenance, vendor scheduling, inspections, and facilities administration. You'll be a key operational partner to campus leaders and HQ teams, ensuring facilities issues are resolved quickly and campuses remain safe, functional, and up to our quality standards.
This is a coordination and operations role, not a maintenance technician position—repairs and trade work are conducted by third-party vendors.
ResponsibilitiesServe as first point of contact for campus-level facilities issues; intake, prioritize, and track maintenance and repair requests through our ticketing platform
Coordinate routine, preventive, and reactive maintenance (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, general repairs) and support minor campus improvements, furniture moves, and space reconfigurations
Schedule and coordinate third-party vendors and service providers, including requesting and comparing quotes and verifying completion and quality of work
Maintain vendor documentation, including W-9s, insurance certificates, and service agreements
Schedule and complete local inspections and walkthroughs (fire, health, licensing, landlord); track inspection findings, corrective actions, and follow-up items
Ensure required safety equipment, signage, and documentation are in place and maintained, including proactive maintenance of HVAC, fire riser, fire extinguisher, and AED systems
Maintain appropriate ticket resolution times and submit purchase requests, work orders, and facilities-related invoices in partnership with Accounts Payable
Maintain organized records for service logs, warranties, permits, and equipment; support standardization of facilities workflows as Primer scales
Conduct pre-launch inspections for new campuses alongside General Managers and Real Estate teams, evaluating facilities against compliance standards
Provide on-site coordination support during new campus launches, including arranging movers, receiving deliveries, and assisting campus staff
What we're looking forPrior experience in facilities management, property management, or operations within an educational, healthcare, or highly-regulated environment
Familiarity with or willingness to learn facility compliance with municipal rules and regulations (e.g., preparing for city health inspections, renewing certificates of use)
Based in the San Antonio area with consistent access to a vehicle and valid driver's license; role requires frequent commutes between San Antonio campuses and quarterly visits to Phoenix
Comfortable working in active K–8 school environments with regular on-campus presence during school hours, including professional interactions around students
Ability to safely conduct light lifting activities (<20 pounds) and support occasional physical tasks such as relocating packages or furniture
Why this role may not be a fitIf you're seeking a hands-on maintenance or trade work position—this role coordinates third-party technicians rather than performing repairs directly
If you prefer a remote or primarily desk-based role—this position requires frequent on-site presence across multiple campuses and regular travel within San Antonio
If you're uncomfortable working in active school environments with children present throughout the workday
If you are not able or willing to travel between campuses on short notice
If you prefer specialized focus over variety—this role requires juggling multiple priorities across vendor management, compliance, and operational support
Primer is a mission-first company. We believe our mission is the highest-leverage way we can create positive change. In service of that, we keep work centered on mission execution and avoid social or political activism at work that’s unrelated to the mission. If that energizes you, we’d love to see you apply.