Facilities Maintenance Manager

Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Manager is a key leadership role responsible for the daily operational integrity of all college sites. Reporting to the Director of Facilities Management and Operations, this individual oversees the dayshift maintenance staff, manages small-scale capital projects, and ensures that the physical environment—including buildings, infrastructure, and vehicle fleets—is maintained to the highest standards of safety and efficiency. The manager acts as a bridge between strategic planning and hands-on execution, ensuring that work orders are processed timely and that all utility systems remain in compliance with state and local codes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises, evaluates and directs the work of all assigned maintenance staff.
• Establishes work schedules, assigns tasks, and conducts regular performance evaluations to ensure professional growth and accountability.
• Leads team maintenance staff meetings to align the team on the day’s priorities and adjust the weekly plan based on emerging needs.

• Assists the Director in developing and executing maintenance and repair programs for HVAC, electrical, water, and wastewater systems.
• Ensures all facilities adhere to state and local coding requirements.
• Monitors the college’s work order system to ensure maintenance requests are completed efficiently and at an exceptional level of quality.
• Manages outside contractors related to day-to-day operations.
• Oversees the servicing and repair of the college’s motor vehicles and other related specialized equipment.

• Serves as the primary Project Manager for renovations or building modifications with budgets under $100,000, coordinating with internal officials and external contractors.
• Manages the daily activities of outside contractors to ensure work is completed according to specifications.
• Responsible for the sourcing and ordering of materials, supplies, and equipment necessary for maintenance operations.

• Assists in overseeing the care of grounds, lawns, roads, and parking lots.
• Coordinates snow removal operations and other seasonal facilities tasks.
• Regularly monitors campus activities and communicates facility needs or disruptions to the Director.

• Develops and maintains all operations manuals for this department.
• Carries out special projects as assigned.

 Qualifications:

Required

Education

• HS Diploma or GED and 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related trade (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing).

Certifications

• Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance Fingerprinting)

Work Experience

• Proficient knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and wastewater systems.
• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or work order software.
• Understanding of local building codes, OSHA safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Experience directing and leading teams.
• Ability to manage small-scale construction or renovation projects from planning to completion.
• Strong interpersonal skills for leading team meetings and collaborating with college administration.
• Analytical mindset to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues and pivot daily plans as emergencies arise.
• Ability to navigate campus grounds, climb ladders, and lift equipment as necessary to inspect work.
• Must possess a high level of the following work skills and behaviors: teamwork, cooperation, initiative, customer service, high level of accuracy, analytical and problem solving skills, excellent organizational, written and oral skills, ability to work in an office with frequent interruptions and commitment to continuous professional growth in skills and knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or vocational certification in Facilities Management or Construction Management.
• At least 2–3 years of supervisory experience in a maintenance or industrial setting.
• Building Operator Certification (BOC), Facility Management Professional (FMP) or Certified Facility Manager (CFM).

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to navigate campus grounds, climb ladders, and lift equipment as necessary to inspect work. The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

LCCC is an equal opportunity employer.

LCCC Internal candidates must apply within 15 days of posting.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript through our online application system at www.lccc.edu/jobs.

• Salary is restricted to above range and will not exceed the maximum of the range. Salary offers are non negotiable and offers are determined and are based upon related work experience submitted on resume.
• Foreign degrees – must provide a US equivalency report of your degree credentials with your transcript, if not, your resume will not be accepted.

 Position open until filled.