Maintenance Manager

About the role

Position Summary Manage and supervise maintenance functions in the Facilities Services Department. Provide project management services on various projects.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, administers, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff and students
• Recommends selection of staff; trains staff and provides for their professional development; administers discipline as required
• Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the unit; prepares and administers the unit's budget
• Manages, schedules and oversees preventative maintenance programs for both College and Monastery equipment, buildings and mechanical systems; assigns and schedules daily preventative maintenance work orders to minimize equipment failures; schedules equipment downtime if necessary and coordinate with effected CSS and Monastery staff; reviews building equipment manuals and manufacture data for recommended preventive maintenance needs as well as service intervals; develops task sheets to be entered as PM work orders into the TMA system; monitors equipment failures and analyzes needs for improvements to PM system; adjusts service interval frequencies when needed and researches new service products which may extend the service interval, energy efficiency or equipment life span
• Arranges for and manages service contracts; provides specifications and contractor responsibilities to be included in proposals; reviews cost and expected performance standards; manages and negotiates service contract extensions
• Assists with management of construction projects; oversees contractors and staff; develops and maintains standards for equipment and materials and ensures standards are met
• Estimates equipment, materials and staff required to perform assigned projects; requisitions supplies and equipment and maintains an inventory of regularly used materials
• Represents the department and the College and acts a liaison with other departments and representatives of other organizations and agencies; participates on a variety of task forces and committees; oversees the best interests of the College in the areas of service provision and resource utilization
• Responds to and resolves staff inquiries and complaints
• Directs the conduct of and conducts analytical studies and planning efforts; acts as the College’s expert resource in areas of responsibility; develops and reviews reports of findings, alternatives and recommendations; directs the maintenance of accurate records and files
• Performs inspections of facilities to ensure safety and maintenance; inspects work performed to ensure adherence to established service standards and specifications
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team

Requirements

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering or combination of education, work experience or equivalent. In depth knowledge of the following areas: Building trades and general maintenance; Steam plant operations; Refrigeration systems; General safety practices as related to maintenance; OSHA requirements; Computerized preventative maintenance programs; Electrical, mechanical, and utility distribution systems; Experience in project management.

Knowledge Of Required Knowledge and Skills Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation and evaluation, and the supervision of employees; Principles and practices of developing teams, motivating employees and managing in a team environment; Materials, methods, practices and equipment used in facilities construction, maintenance and repair; Principles and practices of budget development and administration; Building utility, mechanical, HVAC systems and steam plant operations principles and practices; Federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and policies; Principles, practices and methods of construction management; Vendor and contractor management and oversight; Computer applications related to the facilities management field; Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds; Working experience in project management; A proven ability to plan and schedule work and establish priorities; Ability to select, train and supervise skilled trades; Ability to hire, direct, and manage architects, engineers, and design professionals; Experience in developing and managing annual operating and capital budgets; Mobility to work in a typical office and construction settings and use standard office equipment, vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; stamina to negotiate rough terrain, climb, crawl and stoop; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; Work is subject to travel, exposure to adverse environmental conditions, hazardous chemicals, fumes, dust and noise; Willingness and ability to work extended and/or off-hours as needed; Provide response on urgent and emergency off-hours issues; Participate in scheduled rotation for weekend/holiday manager-on-duty program.

Skilled In Planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing and evaluating the work of others; Developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work and safety standards; Commun