Facility Maintenance Manager (full-time/1950 hours/year) @ Northwood Tech Superior Campus

Overview

Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Facility Maintenance Manager at the Superior Campus.

The Facility Maintenance Manager is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the physical plant and the environmental systems of the campus. This position supervises the custodial and maintenance staff and works closely with all departments in providing safe, clean, and comfortable learning and working environments.

Responsibilities

• Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech’s Values:
• Collaboration – Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
• Innovation -Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
• Excellence – Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
• Community – Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
• Support – Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
• Integrity – Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
• Respect – Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
• Assist customers in meeting their needs related to physical space.
• Ensure campus facilities are maintained in clean and safe condition.
• Manage day-to-day operation and maintenance of the physical plant and grounds.
• Schedule, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance and repair activities of campus facilities.
• Model safe working practices and ensure that maintenance shop tools and work areas are maintained in clean, safe, and orderly manner. Secures necessary protective devices and observes work to ensure that safety practices are followed according to OSHA standards.
• Hire, orient, coach, empower staff and assess their ongoing development.
• Develop and implement plans for upgrading existing facilities, equipment, utilities, etc.
• Manage capital projects for the campus including scheduling timelines, monitoring adherence to local and state building codes, and ensuring material and building specifications are met.
• Manage budget and other resources specific to department.
• Maintain effective record-keeping system.
• Coordinate and manage the use of outside vendors. Assist in the preparation and administration of service contracts.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff in providing an environment for students that is conducive to learning.
• Actively participate in campus, regional, college-wide, and state teams and committees.
• Designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) to receive and report criminal incidents to the Northwood Tech Safety Office by virtue of this role’s responsibilities at the College.
• Participate in college teams, such as Regional Leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Degree & Experience Required:

• Combination of related education and/or work experience totaling seven years; at least one year must be supervisory/leadership experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.
• Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining accountability and motivation in self and others.
• Strong customer service skills that focus on diversity, community, and continuous quality improvement.
• Problem-solving skills that employ critical thinking.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite and the ability to effectively apply technology to tasks and projects.
• Experience leading projects through time management and effective delegation.
• Knowledge of and experience with plumbing, heating, refrigeration, air conditioning, hydraulics, engine mechanics, electrical, grounds care, and facility maintenance.
• Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy.

Salary

FY25 Salary - Grade L - $63,628 / year

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Long Term/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Wisconsin Retirement System
403(b)/457(b) Retirement Savings
Paid Holidays
Paid Leave

More detailed information online at https://www.northwoodtech.edu/about/employment/benefits

Close Date

4/27/2025