Facilities Manager
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Department: Facilities Management
Work Type: Staff - Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Labor/Service/Maintenance
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Michigan Technological University is an R1 technological research university founded in 1885 in Houghton. Our rural campus is situated just miles from Lake Superior in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula and is home to nearly 7,500 students from more than 60 countries around the world. Consistently ranked among the best universities in the country for return on investment, Michigan's flagship technological university offers more than 185 undergraduate (https://www.mtu.edu/admissions/academics/majors/) and graduate (https://www.mtu.edu/gradschool/programs/degrees/) degree programs. Research focus areas include defense, health, energy, automotive, environment, and aerospace.
The area's waters, forests, and snowfall support year-round recreation, including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and paddling. The University is an integral part of the region, supported by a friendly and welcoming community that takes pride in being a true college town. We embrace our size, climate, sense of adventure, and originality.
Summary
Under the Director of Operations, Facilities Managers oversee Custodial and Maintenance Services in their assigned buildings. Essential duties include the hiring, development, and supervision of custodial and maintenance staff, including departmental coordinators, full-time and part-time bargaining unit employees, student workers, and temporary employees. Responsibilities include coordinating building cleaning and maintenance schedules and work assignments, establishing and monitoring service levels, and developing and managing departmental budgets.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties
Provide direct supervision of custodial and maintenance staff, including full-time and part-time bargaining unit employees, student workers, and temporary employees
Establish and adjust cleaning and maintenance assignments to meet operational service levels including:
Interviewing, hiring, and training staff
Planning, assigning, and directing work
Developing and appraising employee performance
Addressing day-to-day staffing issues such as scheduling, time management, and problem resolution.
Develop and manage multiple operational budgets of more than $1,000,000 within Facilities Operations.
Supervise and coach assigned staff by actively supporting an organizational culture where employees feel empowered and valued, including:
Aligning operations with departmental goals
Completing required performance and probationary reviews
Supporting employee professional development
Provide technical expertise, recommendations, and oversight of nonroutine cleaning services such as window washing, stripping/waxing floors, and carpet extraction
Provide technical expertise, recommendations, and oversight of building maintenance as it relates to carpentry, painting, and mechanical trades
Inspect completed work for conformance to service levels, specifications, and industry standards; ensure conformance to safety and sanitation regulations
Oversee the operation and maintenance of building utilities and infrastructure including campus sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water, and lighting systems
Manage inventory in assigned areas including, but not limited to ordering furniture, equipment, and custodia/maintenance supplies
Lead projects as they are assigned, including organizing work assignments and ensuring that work is completed on time and within budget
Assess and quantify custodial/maintenance needs by supporting the development of innovative solutions, service levels, and quality standards that align with departmental goals and the University mission
Develop and monitor ongoing Preventative and Deferred Maintenance programs for departmental equipment, building related infrastructure, and other areas as required
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
Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and off-campus customers including assisting with resolving customer service issues
Work irregular hours due to the nature of the position, including serving in a regular on-call rotation with the Facilities Managers
Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work and support the development and implementation of strategies that bolster the safety culture in Facilities Management. Report all safety-related concerns to your 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
High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired
Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record
Required Experience
Three years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and comparable knowledge
Three years of project management experience including budget development, project planning, implementation oversight
Experience using personal computers, phones/tablets, and basic software packages, including Microsoft and Google suites
Desirable Education and/or Experience
A bachelor's degree with a construction, engineering, or business management concentration
Five years of supervisory and project management experience including budget development, project planning, implementation, and oversight
Experience with facility operations and maintenance in a residential or institutional setting
Experience inspecting completed work for conformance to specifications and design standards while ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation guidance
Project management experience, including meeting deadlines and tracking budgets
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, including prioritizing and organizing work assignments and ensuring that work is completed on time and within budget
Knowledge of building maintenance and/or construction trades practices, techniques, and applicable rules and codes
Practical experience in the diagnosis and maintenance of hand-held tools and custodial/maintenance equipment
Familiarity with maintenance management software and electronic work request ticketing system
Experience supervising bargaining unit personnel
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
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
- 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
Ability to develop and manage budgets of $1,000,000 or more
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operation and maintena
