Assistant Manager Building Maintenance - Facilities Management

TITLE

Assistant Manager, Building Maintenance

JOB SUMMARY 

Assists in the management of the operations and maintenance component for Facilities Maintenance and Construction’s (FMC) building maintenance component. Assists in directing the day-to-day activities of the Physical Plant environment. Performs supervisory responsibilities over assigned trades. Coordinates operational activities relating to in-house renovations, maintenance repair, and build-to-suit projects. Assures the delivery of quality maintenance services to the existing facilities and minor (in-house) renovation projects. Work is performed under general supervision and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Assistant Director, Building Maintenance

Supervises:     Inspectors, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Plumbers, Locksmiths & Maintenance staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

• Assists with the operational activity of the Building Maintenance component consisting of the electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, access control, building facades and roofing systems.
• Performs supervisory responsibilities over assigned trades. 
• Coordinates operational activities relating to in-house renovations, maintenance repair, and build-to-suit projects. 
• Serves as the superintendent for specialized in-house construction and repair projects relating to space and building renovations. 
• Reviews plans and specifications, bills of materials, submittals, and other documents for sound design, completeness of data, and compatibility with existing features.
• Constructs, installs, and repairs cabinets, shelves, doors, windows, walls, acoustical ceilings, door and window facing, wood and glass paneling, floor covering, roofing, and similar items.
• Prepares cost estimates for minor construction and maintenance projects.
• Assures adherence to departmental safety policy and procedural guidelines.   
• Analyzes and solves work problems.
• Responsible for establishing job standards for subordinate staff and effectively evaluating staff under charge.  The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Conducts facility inspections to determine repair and maintenance requirements.
• Assures employees attendance and participation in safety training. 
• Adjusts work procedures to meet required schedules. 
• Develops work plans for reducing preventative and deferred maintenance relating to electrical and plumbing system components.
• Makes alterations to existing structures by installing or removing walls, partitions, and similar construction.
• Reviews and analyzes cost estimates and recommends savings as possible.
• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION 

High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical trade licenses, certification, etc. Some college course work preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Eight years industrial or education physical plant maintenance and renovation experience. Supervisory experience preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

Valid Texas driver’s license and a safe driving record such as required by the university for Driver’s Authorization. 

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Advanced knowledge of building materials, trades, and construction and maintenan