Facilities Maintenance Manager

Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District•Santa Cruz, CA

2d•$53 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Facilities Maintenance Manager plans, organizes, directs, develops, and coordinates the programs and activities of facilities and infrastructure maintenance, including construction, inspection, maintenance, and repair of buildings, yards, shops, transit centers, bus stops, security systems, fueling and charging infrastructure, and a centralized warehouse; develops and manages contracts and service agreements with vendors, contractors, and consultants; and performs other duties as assigned. The Facilities Maintenance Manager reports to the Chief Operating Officer and is responsible for the management and supervision of facilities and infrastructure programs to ensure Santa Cruz METRO facilities are safe, clean, functional, secure, accessible, environmentally compliant, and in a state of good repair. The position is a peer of the Fleet Maintenance Manager and provides short-term administrative and emergency coverage under delegated authority.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent
Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities maintenance, building systems, industrial maintenance, construction, public works, engineering support, or a closely related field
At least four (4) years of supervisory or management experience
Relevant post-secondary education, technical training, or professional certification in facilities management, construction management, engineering, architecture, business, public administration, or a related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of the required non-supervisory experience.
A bachelor’s degree in a related field is desirable.
Public-transit, public-agency, or capital-project delivery experience is desirable.
Familiarity with public-transit or transportation-system operations; budgets and labor relations; FTA requirements applicable to facilities, capital assets, procurement, asset management, state of good repair, and Triennial Review preparation; the Transit Asset Management (TAM) program; facility maintenance; ADA accessibility; environmental compliance; and report generation is highly desirable.
A valid California Class C driver license and safe driving record are required at appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Relevant facilities, construction, engineering, safety, sustainability, or project-management certifications are desirable.
Required to be able to respond to emergency situations seven days per week, 24 hours per day.
Must be able to work extended or irregular hours when operational needs, projects, shutdowns, or emergencies require.
Must maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion regarding personnel, labor, security, procurement, project, and operational matters.
Must participate in required training, cross-training, and continuing professional development.
Requires occasional travel.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in a related field is desirable.
Public-transit, public-agency, or capital-project delivery experience is desirable.
Familiarity with public-transit or transportation-system operations; budgets and labor relations; FTA requirements applicable to facilities, capital assets, procurement, asset management, state of good repair, and Triennial Review preparation; the Transit Asset Management (TAM) program; facility maintenance; ADA accessibility; environmental compliance; and report generation is highly desirable.
Relevant facilities, construction, engineering, safety, sustainability, or project-management certifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates Facilities and Infrastructure Maintenance for Santa Cruz METRO-owned bus stops, buildings, yards, shops, transit centers, utilities, and related facilities and infrastructure to ensure safety, security, accessibility, and environmental compliance.
Develops, implements, and evaluates policies, programs, procedures, and strategic initiatives related to facilities and infrastructure maintenance, asset-management, emergency response, safety, and business-continuity.
Monitors facilities and infrastructure condition and reliability, analyzes operational and maintenance data, conducts root-cause analyses, and implements continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, security, and cost effectiveness.
Develops, implements, and manages maintenance programs, including preventive, scheduled, and corrective maintenance, inspections, quality assurance, and maintenance standards; ensures appropriate recordkeeping in computerized work-order and asset-management systems.
Directs and manages Facilities and Infrastructure Maintenance personnel and subordinate supervisors, including selection, training, assignment, performance evaluation, employee development, and discipline.
Interprets and applies the provisions of labor agreements in accordance with Santa Cruz METRO guidelines; may serve as a hearing officer.
Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, safety standards, environmental requirements, and grant-funded program requirements, including Federal Transit Administration reporting and Transit Asset Management activities; maintains accurate asset, condition, maintenance, inspection, permit, and performance data for compliance purposes; reviews proposed and changing legislation pertaining to areas of responsibility and reports on impacts.
Prepares, administers, and monitors operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, resource needs, planning and directing purchases, and developing cost estimates for labor, time, equipment, parts, materials, contracts, training, and facilities and infrastructure projects and repairs.
Develops, implements, administers, and monitors construction, professional, custodial, environmental, security, utility, maintenance, and other contracts and service agreements with vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure compliance with safety, quality, security, and performance requirements; and reviews and approves requisitions.
Coordinates facilities and infrastructure maintenance activities with internal and external stakeholders, including Operations, Fleet Maintenance, manufacturers, utilities, regulatory agencies, emergency responders, and other public and private organizations.
Plans, manages, and implements short- and long-range facility acquisition, condition assessment, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects; prepares design, construction, renovation, and purchasing specifications; coordinates permitting, commissioning, acceptance, warranty, and closeout; inspects work for conformance to safety, quality, schedule, and performance standards.
Reviews development projects and environmental documents for transit improvements, accessibility, utility capacity, site access, and compliance with applicable ordinances and Santa Cruz METRO requirements.
Directs and reviews inventory-control activities for facilities materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Represents Santa Cruz METRO and makes presentations to the Board of Directors, governmental agencies, employee organizations, industry groups, vendors, and the public.
Analyzes and evaluates complex problems; recommends and implements effective solutions; refers specialized vehicle, high-voltage, compressed-gas, diagnostic, and manufacturer-required decisions to qualified fleet staff or the Chief Operating Officer.
Learns the Fleet Maintenance department’s organization, critical systems, priorities, contracts, emergency procedures, and major risks sufficiently to serve as administrative designee during short absences when assigned.
Coordinates with the Fleet Maintenance Manager on shop operations, vehicle-support infrastructure, fueling and charging systems, utilities, shutdowns, projects, access, emergency response, and shared safety requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salary
CALPERS pension
Robust health/dental/vision benefit program
Public service loan forgiveness program
457 plans
Career development
Free bus passes
Longevity pay
Medical Insurance: For employee and qualified dependents. Choice between multiple HMO and PPO plans. Santa Cruz METRO contributes 95% of the monthly premium costs for any plan, employee responsibility is 5%. Premium participation continues after retirement.
Dental Insurance: Premium paid by Santa Cruz Metro for employee and qualified dependents.
Vision Insurance: Premium paid by Santa Cruz Metro for employee and qualified dependents.
CalPERS Retirement Pension: 2.5% at 55 - Employees who are vested and were hired before January 1, 2013, directly from another CalPERS-covered agency are eligible for the "Classic" CalPERS pension formula of 2.5% at age 55. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, who had prior CalPERS membership and a break in service of six months or less, will also retain the "Classic" formula of 2.5% at age 55. 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members - Those hired on or after January 1, 2013, who are new to CalPERS or have not worked for a CalPERS-covered agency in the past six months are subject to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and receive the 2% at age 62 formula.
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan: Two plan providers available. Similar to 401(k)
Life/AD&D Insurance: $50,000 Life coverage. $50,000 AD&D coverage provided by Santa Cruz Metro. Additional Life/AD&D coverage is available at employee cost.
Long Term Disability Insurance: Available after one year of service. Premium paid by Santa Cruz Metro. Monthly maximum benefit of $10,000.00.
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential mental, financial, legal and other assistance. Premium paid by METRO.
Tickets at Work: Discounted rate program.
Pet Insurance: Discounted rate program.