Building Maintenance Technician II

Job Description

Urshan University is seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of campus maintenance activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring that all university buildings, residence halls, classrooms, and common areas are maintained at the highest standards of safety, functionality, and appearance. The Maintenance Supervisor will lead a team of technicians, manage work orders, and support preventive and emergency maintenance operations across the campus.

Qualifications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the activities of maintenance personnel, including electricians, plumbers, and HVAC contractors, and general maintenance staff.
• Prioritize and assign work orders through the university's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks in academic buildings and residence halls.
• Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and other facility systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Review work throughout the work process and at completion to ensure that it has been performed properly.
• Serve as first-line supervisor for Building Maintenance Technician I.
• Plan work schedules and assign duties through the ticket system.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inventory, and equipment performance.
• Respond to emergency maintenance issues and troubleshooting equipment failures.
• Repair or replace defective components using various hand tools and power tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or specialty equipment for precision measuring, electrical or electronic testing devices.
• Train and mentor team members on maintenance procedures and safety practices.
• Monitor maintenance budget and ensure cost-effective purchasing of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Collaborate with other departments to support campus events, renovations, and special projects.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies, materials, and equipment as needed
• Enforce university and regulatory safety standards, ensuring all team members follow proper procedures.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and be available for after-hours or on-call duties when necessary
• Assist in budget planning and cost control for maintenance-related expenditures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, technical certification or trade school certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license: background check may be requested.
• 3-5 years of experience in building maintenance, with at least 1-2 years in a management or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical operations.
• Ability to oversee and lead coworkers in completing assigned work in a safe and timely manner.
• Familiarity with building codes, OSHA safety standards, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and troubleshooting capability as well as attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work off-hours or on-call as needed.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and carry 50 lbs.
• The ability to move all parts of the body at various angles while sitting, standing or laying down.
• The ability to climb ladders and perform physical labor in various conditions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office/Office 365 and Google systems
• The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down.
• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing