Department: Facilities Management
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Job Description Summary
Assist with the oversight of custodial and maintenance services for campus buildings, including providing administrative and technical support for the department. Primary responsibilities will include assisting with staff work assignments, project scheduling, contractor procurement, and the hiring, development, and supervision of custodial and maintenance staff, including full-time and part-time bargaining unit employees, student workers, and temporary employees.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
* Support the oversight of custodial and maintenance staff; establish and adjust work assignments to meet production schedules.
* Support interviewing, hiring, and training of employees; planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
* Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications and standards; ensure conformance to safety and sanitation regulations.
* Maintain inventory; order equipment and supplies. Work with facilities staff to organize and implement best practices and processes that promote department success.
* Lead projects as they are assigned, including organizing work assignments and ensuring that work is completed on time and within budget.
* Support the assessment and identification of custodial/maintenance needs and develop innovative solutions and quality standards in alignment with departmental goals.
* Create and manage and work orders through the University's CMMS, Maintenance Direct. Assign work orders to appropriate facilities' staff and monitor status with periodic checks and reporting.
* Provide excellent customer service to faculty, staff, students, and off-campus customers.
* Maintain visibility and be available to customers. Assist with resolving customer maintenance and custodial related problems.
* Work with third party contractors in all phases of project management including setting up the scope of work, procuring bids, oversight of work, and conducting follow-up punch-list audits.
* Work irregular hours due to the nature of the position, including serving in a regular on-call rotation with the Facilities Managers.
* Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives.
* Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
* Report all safety-related concerns to supervisor.
* Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
* High School diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
* Must possess appropriate valid driver's license(s) and a satisfactory driving record.
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
* Two Years of supervisory experience.
* Experience using personal computers, phones/tablets, and basic software packages, including Microsoft and Google Suites.
Desirable Education and/or Experience
* Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
* Experience with facility operations and maintenance in a residential or institutional setting.
* Experience supervising bargaining unit personnel.
* Project management experience, including meeting deadlines and tracking budgets.
* Knowledge of building maintenance and/or construction trades.
* Possession of a certification in First-Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
* Possession of Level One or Level Two Certifications from the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) in General Safety and Health, Safety and Health Management Systems, and Occupational Health.
* Maintain a broad knowledge of applied trade practices, techniques, and applicable rules and codes.
* Familiarity with maintenance management software and electronic work request ticketing system.
* Familiarity with the operation of computers, portable electronic devices, and their related applications including login procedures, electronic mail, and text messages.
* Practical experience in the diagnosis and maintenance of hand-held tools and custodial/maintenance equipment.
* Prior safety training in any of the following:
* Fall Protection
* Bloodborne Pathogens
* Excavation and Trenching
* Ladder Use
* Scaffold Use
* Material Handling
* Hazardous Waste Disposal
* Confined Space Entry
* Personal Protective Equipment
* Hazardous Substance/Spill Awareness
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements)
* Proven understanding of safe operation and maintenance procedures.
* Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Demonstrated experience managing and motivating staff.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
* Demonstrated ability to read and interpret... For full info follow application link.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
