Facilities Operations Manager

Facilities Operations Manager

Job no: 492707

Work type: Full-Time

Location: Administration - Orangeburg, SC

Categories: Staff

South Carolina State University is seeking a Facilities Operations Manager who has similar values and can put their expertise to work on a variety of campus initiatives. This person will work under the direction of the AVP of Facilities, in directing and coordinating the facilities services. This is accomplished by developing, maintaining, and monitoring plans for the condition, quality, and appearance of the College's facilities, grounds, and equipment; directing the activities of personnel engaged in facilities operations. Other duties may be assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Facilities Operations Manager is responsible for providing supervision, direction and leadership to the operations and maintenance staff. Oversees the day-to-day operating and maintenance activities and ensures that the facility is operated in a safe, reliable, and economic manner consistent with site operations and maintenance plans. Develop a training program for the operations and maintenance personnel and encourage the staff to cross train and add skills to create a more flexible and productive environment. Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities for the team to ensure appropriate skill sets are maintained and personnel are qualified for the activities with which they are being asked to perform. Delegate projects and tasks to the operations & maintenance personnel to ensure an acceptable backlog of work-orders, work is properly distributed, and all personnel are being exposed to the various functions on campus thus promoting the experience level of the staff. Monitor and optimize facilities maintenance performance and lead the effort to identify problem areas where there are repeat problems, inefficiencies, or unsafe areas and make recommendations and pursue corrective actions.

Minimum Requirements for Entry into Position:

A bachelor's degree and experience managing large projects of moderate complexity and risk.

Preferred Requirements for Entry into Position:

Possess technical proficiency in mechanical/electrical systems to include:

General maintenance systems

Preventive maintenance

Electrical/mechanical operations

Manage scheduling and expenditures

HVAC and energy management systems

Life safety systems

OSHA, EPA and regulatory codes

Advertised: 12 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time

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