Maintenance Manager

Gila River Development•Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

The Maintenance Manager plans, directs, and oversees maintenance operations across assigned facilities and properties. The role ensures efficient operation, repair, and preventive maintenance of building systems, equipment, grounds, and infrastructure while maintaining a safe, functional, and compliant environment. The Maintenance Manager provides leadership and strategic direction to maintenance personnel, manages departmental resources and budgets, coordinates vendor services, and supports long-term facility maintenance objectives. The position partners with the Director of Facilities to maintain organizational operational excellence. The role oversees maintenance teams and programs, facility and asset planning, inventory and warehouse operations, departmental budgeting, vendor and contractor services, safety and compliance, risk management, and administrative reporting. Work is primarily performed in an office, with regular work both indoors and outdoors in most weather conditions. The position involves occasional local travel to managed businesses. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are required as a normal part of the position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of experience in facility maintenance, security management, or a related area.
Two years in a supervisory or management role.
Completion of the OSH 30-hour training course in construction safety and health or general industry.
CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days of hire.
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required for client meetings and events.
Valid Arizona driver's license and a satisfactory 39-month motor vehicle record report.
Obtain a Tribal operator driving permit at the time of hire.
Satisfactory result on a test for illegal drugs and agreement to maintain a drug-free workplace.
Ability to perform work involving sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods, and occasionally bending, climbing, stooping, lifting, carrying, pushing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, Building Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field.
Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance procedures, and security protocols.
Excellent organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, management, vendors, and external agencies.
Proficiency with maintenance management and security software systems.
Knowledge and experience working with the Gila River Indian Community or other Native American Communities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant workplace tools.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop Maintenance Supervisors and maintenance staff, establishing departmental goals, performance expectations, and productivity standards.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development; assist with recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and workforce planning.
Ensure consistent application of organizational policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
Direct preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for assigned facilities and assets; prioritize work and allocate personnel and resources according to operational needs.
Monitor work order completion, service levels, and maintenance response times; ensure proper maintenance and repair of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, structural, and other building systems.
Coordinate emergency repairs and after-hours maintenance support as needed, and improve maintenance processes for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
Support facility maintenance strategies and capital improvement plans; monitor facility conditions and identify repair, renovation, and replacement needs.
Assist with building inspections, equipment assessments, and lifecycle planning; maintain records of maintenance activities, equipment history, warranties, and asset inventories.
Recommend equipment upgrades and replacement schedules to improve reliability and operational performance.
Oversee maintenance inventory and warehouse operations through the Inventory Control Specialist; maintain appropriate stock levels and implement controls to reduce waste and optimize costs.
Ensure personnel have the tools, equipment, parts, supplies, and other resources needed to work safely and effectively.
Assist in developing and managing departmental operating and capital budgets; monitor expenditures, identify savings and efficiencies, and support budget planning and forecasting through analysis of maintenance trends and resource utilization.
Review and approve purchases, service agreements, and maintenance-related expenditures within authorized limits.
Coordinate and oversee contractors, service providers, and vendors; review performance for work quality, safety, and contractual compliance; obtain and evaluate bids, proposals, and service agreements as needed.
Promote safe work practices and compliance with applicable regulations and organizational standards, including local, state, federal, and tribal requirements.
Participate in safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations; identify and mitigate facility-related risks and support emergency preparedness, business continuity, and disaster recovery.
Prepare reports, metrics, and operational updates for the Director of Facilities; monitor performance indicators and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
Maintain maintenance documentation, permits, certifications, and compliance records; participate in organizational meetings, projects, and initiatives as assigned.
Supervise personnel, including hiring, work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluate performance and make personnel-action recommendations; motivate, guide, and provide feedback to staff.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned; duties and activities may change with or without notice.