Facility Manager

POSITION:                                     Facility Manager

HOURS:                                           Full Time, 12 month

BUILDING:                                       District Service Center                  

SALARY:                                         Competitive salary and benefits package

POSITION SUMMARY:  

This position is responsible for directing, managing and supervising the work performed by members of the maintenance department. Coordinate repair and maintenance requirements for 26 facilities. Identify repair/maintenance needs, solicit quotes, assign and direct the work of outside contractors/vendors as determined.  

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.      Assign, monitor and review work assignments and performance of maintenance personnel and building staff.

2.      Develop, implement and evaluate a schedule for preventive maintenance and repair needs for all District facilities and departmental equipment. Identify facility assets and assign responsibility for the maintenance of these assets.

3.      Assist in the prioritization, evaluation, review and refinement of the District's long range facility improvement, repair and replacement plan.

4.      Oversee the Districts computerized maintenance management system (School Dude) to ensure work requests are prioritized, categorized, evaluated and maintained.

5.      Monitor Building Automation Systems (Siemans and UHL) and coordinate orientation and training for building staff in the proper operation of the systems.

6.      Manage District lock system consisting of Best key systems and WinDSX card access system.

7.      Work with architects, engineers, contractors and consultants to develop facility projects, plans, specifications and bid documents for capital improvement projects.

8.      Solicit quotes, schedule work, coordinate with contractors and communicate with staff regarding repairs to building systems.

9.      Assist in budget development, monitor and approve expenditures for operations, capital projects and the alternative facility levy.

10.   Provide detailed list and written reports regarding projects, repair needs, budget needs, issues and concerns with a comprehensive plan of resolution.

11.   Provide insight and recommendations for developing preventive and predictive maintenance project needs and equipment replacement.

12.   Investigate mechanical, electrical and structural failures of buildings, equipment and fixtures. Analyze for needed repair, replacement and implement corrective action.

13.   Regularly inspect all District properties to assure they are operating properly, efficiently, safely and within guidelines established by state and municipal codes and District procedures.

14.   Ensure safety, cost effectiveness, stakeholder satisfaction, district policy and long term impacts are reflected in all facility decisions.

15.   Foster an attitude of support and customer service for all activities and demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.

16.   Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, LICENSE, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):

Required:

Required:

1.      Degree/Certification from an accredited college, university or technical school or equivalent experience.

2.      Minimum 7 years job related experience, to include supervision, training and motivation of personnel and facility maintenance/repair methods and practices in areas such as carpentry, masonry, roofing systems, HVAC systems, plumbing and electrical maintenance.

3.      Successful project management experience managing projects from concept to completion including design development, specification development, budget development and management, bidding, punch list and project commissioning.

4.      Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to communicate effectively with a wide variety of groups and individuals including teachers, principals, administrative staff, contractors, vendors, employees, enforcement agencies and municipalities.

5.      Proficient computation skills for determining a variety of formulas including dilution rates, CFM factors, budget development, estimating, monitoring and forecasting.

6.      Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines on various diverse projects.

7.      Possess strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, able to conduct large group meetings.

8.      Strong research and information gathering techniques.

9.      Ability to provide results in an understandable and cohesive manner.

10.   Excellent foresight in developing a prioritized predictive replacement/repair plan and identifying preventive maintenance needs.

11.   Proficient in computer applications including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point

12.   Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.

13.   Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.

14.   Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.

Desired:

1. State of Minnesota, Operating Engineers license with a level applicable for this position. Other certifications/licenses that will benefit the proper management and upkeep of facilities.

SPECIAL NOTE :                                              Interview process is anticipated to begin the 1 <SUP>st</SUP> or 2 <SUP>nd</SUP> week in August

ANTICIPATED START DATE:                            September 1, 2012           .

POSTING ENDS :                                              Posted until filled