University of Scranton
Director of Maintenance Operations
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University Mission
The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. All candidates must indicate how they would help communicate and support the Catholic and Jesuit identity and mission of the University. The Universitys mission statement and a description of the history and concepts of the Ignatian teaching philosophy may be found at https://www.scranton.edu/about/jesuit-tradition/index.shtml.
Department
Facilities
Job Purpose:
The position is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and controlling preventive and corrective maintenance work through the work order system. Communicating, motivating, and managing the effective operation and performance of maintenance trades staff. Supervision of FIP and FMP projects for all facilities. Repair and maintenance, systematic inspection, project planning, and accomplishing repairs to facilities, equipment.
Essential Duties:
- Manages organization support needed to maintain and accomplish repairs and renovations to all facilities
Works with department and University leadership to maintain, prioritize, implement and manage a current list of Capital, Facilities Improvement Projects (FIP), and Facilities Maintenance Projects (FMP)
Manages and coordinates the overall work order scheduling, production and control system
Manages all trades personnel, union and independent staff, and resources involving carpenters, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general construction units
Coordinates use of outside contractors and vendors; prepares scope of work, obtains bids, and coordinates the procurement process
Monitors and supervises charge account purchases from various suppliers and vendors to ensure compliance with university policy
Manages the use of overtime for trades personnel
Conducts daily inspection of projects in process to insure timely and effective performance, and proper use of resources
Manages roof repairs and replacement programs for all facilities
Coordinates the resources of the Physical Plant for various events throughout the campus. Specifically, all Open House and Freshman Preview Day events and first-year Move-in Day coordination
Supervises the inspection of all campus buildings, equipment, and systems on a routine basis and identifies deficiencies that require correction
Provides and analyzes statistical data regarding productivity of the work force and other relevant data as required
Manages and coordinates projects assigned through the annual Facilities Maintenance Plan (FMP)and Facilities Improvement Plan (FIP)
Direct supervisor of the assistant director, Maintenance, and clerical staff
Direct supervisor of Access Control Supervisor and responsible for supervision of security and access control issues assigned
Coordinates all training for tradesmen including safety and equipment operation
Selects, evaluates bids, and contracts from contractors, and vendors used to implement the assigned construction projects if outside contractors and professionals perform work
Coordinates various events throughout the campus, specifically all Open House and Freshman Preview Day events and first-year Move-in Day coordination. This may include any necessary temporary construction, permits and city of Scranton approvals as required
Attends all project meetings of projects during construction, manages and enforces all contract requirements, as required
Coordinates all utility shutdowns required for new construction tie-ins to existing utilities
Additional Skills Required:
- Must be experienced in the use of personal computers and be proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Project.
Must demonstrate superior time management, prioritization and client communication skills, both written and oral.
Must demonstrate superior critical thinking skills including the ability to identify the source of the problem, and then redirect the workforce using economy of labor to resolve the new challenge, while maintaining critical routine functions.
Must be able to create and present employee update and information briefings as required; provide facilities information, plans, and procedures to individuals and groups in a clear concise manner verbally and in writing.
Must have the ability to work with management systems and a variety of skilled/unskilled, professional, administrative, and industry-related personnel.
Must possess demonstrated ability mentoring, training, and engaging a diverse staff to create a positive workplace that achieves a level of quality and customer service that exceeds customer expectations.
Must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to express ideas effectively orally and in writing.
Possess and maintain a valid Pennsylvania drivers license.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, direct, and control all aspects of coordination support for trades personnel.
Ability to work with management systems and variety of skilled/ unskilled, professional, administrative, and industry personnel.
Basic knowledge of office administration, plant management, reporting, budgeting and control, and business operations. Knowledge of terms, nature of related trades, blueprints, buildings, grounds, equipment, housekeeping, construction, repair, maintenance, purchasing, inventory control, fire safety management, IBC & OSHA codes, and related matters in higher education.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to express ideas effectively orally and in writing.
Willingness to seek additional training as required to meet the requirements for the position.
Willingness to be accessible and available at the University in time and present to insure proper management and operation of plant activities.
Must be available in the event of emergencies.
Must be accessible and available at the University to insure proper management and operation of the Department.
Must possess and maintain a valid Pennsylvania drivers license.
Must be willing to respond to emergency situations, at any hour, to direct the workforce in resolving the emergency to resume the mission of the University as quickly as possible.
Must have the ability to work with university management systems and a variety of skilled/unskilled, professional, administrative, and industry-related personnel.
Ability to climb and work from heights, out-door in inclement weather, working with mild chemicals common to the trades, moderate lifting and driving University vehicles.
Ability to meet deadlines and work in stressful situations.
Ability to present to large groups of people to garner approval for planned projects (i.e., job meetings, department leadership, etc.)
Must possess demonstrated record of strong collaborative supervisory skills, establishing goals and expectations, and driving accountability at all levels of the University.
- Must be able to support the Universitys commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture
Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the Universitys Catholic and Jesuit mission
Minimum Education Requirements:
Bachelors degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management plus five (5) years supervisory experience in the care and management of a large educational or institutional facility.
OR
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities (i.e., 2-year associate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or project management with 7 years of supervisory experience in the care and management of a facilities educational or institutional facility).
Preferred Education:
Minimum Job Experience Requirements:
See "Minimum Education Requirements" section as education and experience can be combined.
Preferred Qualifications:
Licensure:
Professional Engineer (PE), or Registered Architect (RA) in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is highly desirable.
Degree:
Masters degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management or business is preferred.
Years of Experience:
University Classification: Professional
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Schedule/Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours as required.
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time
Annual Schedule: 12
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Posting Number: S0850P
Open Date: 06/17/2024
Close Date: 07/22/2024
Open Until Filled: No
To apply, visit https://universityofscrantonjobs.com/postings/7535
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