Facilities Supervisor

Supervises the repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment, as well as the custodial operations, within a geographic District of the Twin Cities campus. This includes supervising a District pool of mechanics, trades and custodial employees by providing leadership, technical expertise, planning, layout, assignments and monitoring work. Plans, schedules and monitors crew work and contract service providers. Maintains/updates automated maintenance work order system. Inspects work in progress. Responsible for safety and other relevant training. Responsible for coaching and performance management of maintenance and custodial employees.

Location and Work environment: On campus Monday - Friday, work in the field 70% and in an office setting 30%.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides direct supervision of a team of Custodians, Building Trades and/or Mechanics, including work assignments, designating roles (i.e. foremen, general foremen, etc.)
• Provides direct supervision of a team of Building Trades and/or Mechanics, and custodians.
• Works in coordination with the Team Leader to ensure delivery of FM services on 2nd shift. Serves a lead supervisor for District on 2nd and or 3rd shifts.
• Plans, schedules and manages complex building maintenance, operation, repair and custodial activities in the assigned area.
• Communicates organizational messages to front line staff.
• Inspects complex equipment and facilities and determines maintenance, repair and cleaning needs.
• Determines appropriate personnel for work assignments.
• Responsible for timely completion of work in the assigned area and ensures customer satisfaction, and provides feedback to line staff regarding performance.
• Performs quarterly and annual performance reviews of line staff. Understands and manages employees per appropriate Union contracts.
• Monitors and enforces departmental and University policies and procedures including uniform, attendance and employee conduct policies.
• Approves vacation and sick leave requests of direct reports. Ensures staff follows University safety standards.
• Ensures staff follows University safety standards by conducting monthly safety meetings, monitoring line staff for safe work practices (confined space, lock out/tag out) and program compliance, and maintaining up-to-date safety manuals and MSDS documentation.
• Meets regularly with Team Leaders to ensure their staff is meeting or exceeding expectations. Manages line staff Kronos time card entry and approval.
• Responsible for key security and inventory within crew.
• Responds to building emergencies as needed (including participation in off hours on-call rotation).
• Uses computer software including Microsoft Office suite (Word & Excel) and management reporting systems (i.e. Google, Tririga, Kronos) to maintain data and generate reports.
• Provides line staff with training on building control systems, current cleaning methods and use of Kronos and Tririga.
• Manages procurement of parts, tools and equipment for work team in coordination with U Market personnel.
• This job may be designated as essential.
• The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position

Required

• BA/BS with at least 5 years of experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal nine years.

Preferred

• Relevant experience in building maintenance and operations includes planning and scheduling complex mechanical system repairs and upgrades, planning and scheduling mechanical system preventative maintenance for multiple facilities, planning and scheduling mechanical system repair and preventative maintenance inspections, and extensive knowledge and experience with building controls and building automation systems (preferably in a unionized setting).
• Experience working as a maintenance mechanic or building operation trade worker
• Two years of experience leading or supervising building maintenance work.

Facilities Management (FM) is a department within University Services which is composed of the departments and people who deliver the non-academic operations across the University of Minnesota system. FM is responsible for all buildings, grounds and the energy management needs of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus. Facilities Management works to provide a safe, reliable and welcoming campus in support of the University's mission of teaching, research and outreach. FM's responsibilities include over 25 million square feet in more than 280 buildings across 1200 acres in the Twin Cities.

Pay Range: $36.05 - $40.87 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

• To be considered for this position, applicants must include the following with their application materials:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Writing Samples
  • One Portfolio
  • One Reference

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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