Job Summary
Facilities Management Direct/Manage/Supervise the overall operation and maintenance of building, equipment, and grounds. Maintain compliance with all procedures, policies, and regulations and ensure timely response to regulatory issues and inspection findings. Plan facilities ’organizational structure to accommodate growth and change in priorities. Determine needs for equipment leases, purchases, and services. Negotiate contracts with vendors and maintain vendor relationships. Ensure that projects meet specifications and budgets. Ensure that necessary licenses and permits are obtained. May act as liaison to leasing and property management organizations and planning commissions. May also be responsible for facilities’ security, in the absence of dedicated security staff. Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities: Hiring, training, and managing maintenance personnel, including performance appraisals and disciplinary actions. Manage payroll & absence management Create and manage shift assignment sheets Manage staff schedules (on call, overtime, event schedules, etc) Manage equipment proper use, maintenance & safety Customer Service: Collaborating with other university departments, project managers, and external contractors on maintenance and construction projects. Conduct regular inspections to ensure standards are consistently mel Regularly meet with customers to make sure their needs are being mel Act as point of contact for building managers, resolving maintenance related issues. Contract Management Develop, solicit, and manage long term maintenance contracts Manage vendor relationships by providing timely feedback and constructive solutionsdesigned to aid vendor performance Ensure all contracts comply with legal, regulatory, and corporate standards. Maintain accurate and organized contract databases; ensure timely updates and audits. Manager Tasks: Coordinating Repairs and Maintenance – Overseeing the scheduling and completion ofrepairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency maintenance on visible buildingassets. Developing and Implementing Maintenance Plans – Creating and executing plans toensure maintenance tasks are performed regularly in order to maintain the Universitymaintenance standards. Managing Budgets – Developing and managing budgets for building maintenance,including labor, materials, and equipment Ensuring Compliance – Ensuring that all building maintenance activities comply with relevant regulations, safety standards, and university policies and that employees are properly trained. Assist and fill in for peers as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Supervisor, Facilities Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree. Senior Supervisor, Facilities Management: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.