Facilities Maintenance Manager

Job Posting Title:

Facilities Maintenance Manager

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Hiring Department:

University Housing and Dining

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

May 25, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS

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Job Details:

General Notes

BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:  

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage 

• Free Capital Metro bus rides

• Retirement contributions  

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

• Career growth & professional development

 

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/  to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose

To provide managerial and technical support in guiding and directing a variety of facility functions for an assigned apartment area, including developing, planning, and coordinating facility maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Make recommendations for projects that need to be included in the upcoming fiscal year budget. Prepare work drawings and write detailed specifications for maintenance projects and prepare for purchases. Review submittals and blueprints. Coordinate work with building services, utilities, and other departments. Assist the building service managers with inspections, maintenance, and long-range planning.

• Ensure the assessment for all manager reviews and make ready inspections are prepared, completed, and submitted as required for finalizing our assessment report. Ensure all fire safety deficiencies are completed in a timely manner. Inspect work by all staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure it meets UHD standards. Review all emergency work orders and follow up on status. Approve overtime for emergency work. Have all other overtime pre-approved.

• Meet regularly with the supervisor to ensure work schedules and assignments allow for maximum production at work and staff is performing at the desired standard. Facilitate work orders. Keep the Director of Residential Facilities Operations informed. Utilize staff expertise to make repairs and limit outside sources. Communicate all current maintenance issues to staff.

• Use diplomacy and good judgment when dealing with staff, students, employees, and contractors. Make routine phone calls to students to verify that completed jobs are satisfactory. Communicate with Res-life leadership (Assistant Director for Residence Life Apartments, CA’s, etc.), UHD Occupancy Management Group. Talk with parents and/or students about maintenance and building related concerns.

• Inspect, plan, set goals, and monitor the progress of the team. Promote professional development by encouraging staff to attend trainings and workshops to enhance their knowledge and skills that are in line with job duties. Encourage staff to cross train in other trade areas.  Other duties as assigned.

• Participate in the interview and hiring process of staff. Approve time sheets, evaluations, and vacation requests in Workday. Have a good understanding of UHD policies and procedures and ensure staff is informed. Perform corrective action when needed. Attend all scheduled meetings.

• Ensure all equipment is maintained and in good working order. Purchase and maintain inventory supplies and monitor to ensure inventory is being charged properly.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree.

• At least 5 years of experience in a specific craft.

• At least 3 years of supervisory experience.

• Journey level training.

• Use of tools of the trades, personal computer, and other standard office equipment.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than 5 years of facilities management experience required in educational facilities or commercial properties.

• More than 3 years of construction trades experience and OSHA.

• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprint documents.  

• BS degree in engineering or business administration.

• Comprehensive knowledge of equipment and f