About Us:

Located in Georgetown, Texas, Southwestern University is an independent, four-year undergraduate institution offers a top-ranked integrated arts and sciences curriculum that incorporates the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and natural sciences.

At Southwestern University, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered. We believe that a thriving community is built on the strength of varying perspectives and experiences, and we strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Our actions are guided by a commitment to fairness, openness, and the belief that our differences are what make us stronger as a whole.

Position Overview:

Southwestern University has an immediate opening for a Manager of Building Maintenance. The position will report to the Executive Director of Facilities Operations (EDFO). This position provides the general management, supervision, and direction involved in planning, organizing, and controlling all maintenance services for the campus, including elevator maintenance and standby generator testing and maintenance. The Manager assigns and tracks Work Orders; determines cost, schedule and required scope for approved minor projects; manages the grounds maintenance and building maintenance contracts and ensures compliance with the University’s Safety Program and adherence to the University’s core values. The position requires flexibility and responsiveness for managing emergency situations, including response to after-hours calls when necessary. This is a full-time exempt position eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.

Essential Duties:

• Provide managerial oversight of Building Maintenance services, including general maintenance, plumbing and electrical maintenance, elevator maintenance contract, generator testing and maintenance and grounds maintenance, both contracted and inhouse and University fleet vehicle and trailer maintenance.
• Manage and track performance of all facilities and grounds service contracts.
• Establish and continuously refine best practices for intake/resolution of Work Orders and maintain effective communication with stakeholders. Track response time and other KPIs to include in departmental performance reports.
• Maintain accountability for fixed assets and equipment in conjunction with Director of Business Operations (DBO) including all warehouse inventory, hand tools, parts and supplies and run the Equipment Replacement Program.
• Coordinating with the DBO, and Managers of Custodial Services and Central Plant, negotiate and maintain contracts for supplies and services and approve all purchases as directed by Executive Director of Facilities Operations (EDFO).
• In conjunction with the EDFO and other Facilities managers, develop, track, and implement the overall campus facilities audit, maintenance plan, and minor project planning as needed.
• Develop and track the budget and create or revise policies and procedures as needed for the areas managed.
• Collaborate with the Director EH&S/Risk Management to ensure that the policies of the University and the department, including all safety regulations, are known and observed by staff in the area managed.
• Review and ensure accuracy of staff’s time sheets/timekeeping.

Additional Duties

• Coordinate with University Risk Manager to collect data in support of claims and warranty actions.
• Serve on University committees and ad hoc committees as required.
• Attend and/or participate in various University events (i.e., graduation, homecoming, etc.), after hours and on weekends as required.
• Provide requirements and scope recommendations for major projects as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in a technical field such as engineering or construction management or possess master plumbing, master electrician or state A/C contractor license.
• Ten (10) years’ experience in a facilities maintenance environment, at least five (5) of which have been in a supervisory position.
• Experience developing scopes and demonstrated leadership skills and hiring/team building experience.
• Competency with Microsoft Project and with common office software such as Excel or Google Sheets, Adobe, etc.
• Working knowledge of OSHA and other environmental/safety regulations.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey instructions, coordinate activities, and interact with university stakeholders, staff members, vendors, and contractors.
• Proven ability to perform well in stressful situations.
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Facilities management experience in a higher education environment.
• Experience working for a commercial equipment, DDC or other facilities maintenance-related vendor.

Starting annual salary: $78,000. The final offer for the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience and may exceed the starting salary.

Benefits:

Southwestern University offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and welfare insurance (medical, dental, and vision), life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability coverage, generous contributions to a 403(b) retirement account, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), various paid time-off options, undergraduate tuition assistance for you and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking, and discounted meal rates, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name and contact information of three (3) professional references through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/167130. Email and paper applications will not be accepted.

All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

In compliance with immigration laws, proof of work authorization in the United States will be required when employment begins. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer.

Southwestern University is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at hr@southwestern.edu.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report— Southwestern University Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.southwestern.edu/life-at-southwestern/safety-security/annual-security-reports/ containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 512-863-1435.