College Manager Facilities

Community College System of New Hampshire•Claremont, CA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The College Facilities Manager supervises building, electrical, mechanical, and grounds maintenance operations and staff; coordinates construction and maintenance projects; develops and implements routine and preventive maintenance programs; oversees maintenance expenses; and contributes to long-term facility planning. The role is responsible for the physical plant and grounds at the Claremont campus and the Keene and Lebanon Academic Centers, including maintenance, custodial functions, repairs, renovations, special projects, and onsite asset management. The position also coordinates contracted services, supports technology project implementation, and manages the annual maintenance budget and related expenditures. The manager hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates facilities staff; oversees operating systems and maintenance programs; coordinates safety and security activities; and responds to emergencies. In collaboration with the President and college or system teams, the position contributes to long-range facility planning, capital budgets, committees, and compliance with applicable rules and regulations. Employment eligibility requires residency in a New England state.

Requirements

Associate's degree from a recognized college or technical school, with a major in building trades, engineering, building construction, or facility management, or equivalent technical training or education.
Five years of experience in building maintenance, construction, or a building trade, including two years in a supervisory and/or project management capacity.
Each additional year of approved work experience may substitute for one year of formal education.
Residency within a New England state is required for employment eligibility.
Possession of a valid driver's license and/or access to transportation for statewide travel.

Nice To Haves

Licensure or certification in at least one building trade, such as electricity, HVAC, or plumbing.
Knowledge of and experience in HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical engineering technology and project management.
Ability to construct and interpret building plans, sketches, and drawings.

Responsibilities

Manage physical plant and grounds operations, including routine and preventive maintenance, custodial functions, repairs, renovations, and special projects at the Claremont campus and Keene and Lebanon Academic Centers.
Define and maintain onsite asset-management processes, including for classroom equipment at all three locations.
Manage onsite implementation of technology projects designed and provided by the System Office.
Coordinate availability of site compliance components such as Rave and Exaqvision.
Coordinate contracted facility and grounds maintenance and repair services, and work with the President in overseeing contracted staff.
Perform or ensure building and grounds maintenance when facilities staff are absent, including custodial work, groundskeeping, snow removal, and mechanical work.
Prepare the annual maintenance budget, manage expenditures, oversee funds designated for building, grounds, and custodial maintenance, and ensure purchases are suitable and reasonably priced.
Develop and implement methods to improve operating efficiency.
Prioritize maintenance projects, establish completion dates, monitor progress, update the CFO, and review facilities staff's daily and weekly activities.
Collaborate with the President on long-range planning and capital budgets related to future facility needs.
Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; coordinate daily work and direct staff operating HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and other functional systems.
Implement and evaluate maintenance programs for plumbing, electrical, HVAC, generators, water supply, safety and security, alarms, and distribution systems.
Establish and maintain procedures for emergencies and unforeseen situations to protect employees and students and reduce risks to facilities and property.
Coordinate building safety and security initiatives with Campus Security and local police, fire, and recreation departments.
Work with the Leadership Team and/or Campus Security to ensure safety and security procedures are followed.
Observe safety practices, report safety concerns promptly to Administration, and respond to emergency calls to maintain safe operating conditions.
Oversee public access to and use of College facilities and coordinate facility use with staff and faculty.
Coordinate on-the-job and annual staff safety training, including vehicle operation, hazardous materials, and physical plant safety.
Serve on and lead college or system committees as assigned.
Comply with college, system, state, and federal rules and regulations, and perform other duties as assigned.