Tufts University

Tufts University

Facilities Manager

Medford, Massachusetts · Senior

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Green-card filing pattern in this occupation

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Green-card follow-through: 83%

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About the role

  • Operations services four campuses in Massachusetts: the main campus in Medford/Somerville, the health sciences and SMFA campuses in Boston and the veterinary school campus in Grafton.
  • The Facilities Management Department employs approximately 150 staff members including a unionized trades, grounds, labor force, with outsourced custodial services.
  • The annual operating budget is $120M, including $60M in capital renewal.

Responsibilities

  • This role supports the Assistant Director in planning, execution, oversight, and daily operations of maintenance, repairs, and replacements of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems that serve the buildings and its occupants to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operation of physical assets during the 2nd Shift.
  • The position collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to schedule and complete work and maintain high standards for building functionality, as well as maintaining the aesthetic quality of the campus.
  • The Facilities Manager is expected to build and maintain solid relationships
  • They are expected to be a key liaison with and to collaborate proactively with the operations control center (OCC) for repair and response to ensure the proper execution of all work-order requests, building emergencies, and discretionary maintenance projects during the 2nd Shift.
  • Manage union workforce to conduct routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance in accordance with industry standards, best practices, and University service levels.
  • Execute and manage preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and costs.
  • Maintain an inventory of equipment assets.
  • Use MAXIMO work order system to track and report on work in process and the productivity of work completed. Play a lead role utilizing, interpreting, and managing data that tracks worker productivity
  • Lead, mentor, and manage union staff, direct reports, facilities and maintenance professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
  • Play a lead role utilizing, interpreting, and managing data that tracks worker productivity; assist in reporting, adjusting schedules, analyzing staffing levels, and performance management of staff.

Requirements

  • Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:
  • Associate's Degree in a related field
  • 7+ years of experience or equivalent combination of work experience and training, including trade licenses
  • Two years of experience in a supervisory role in facilities, maintenance, or operations, or a related field.
  • Planning, fiscal, and forecasting experience with an understanding of how to manage costs while providing best care for facilities
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly, both verbally, graphically, and in writing.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's Degree in facilities, maintenance, or related field
  • Managing a Union environment and working with collective bargaining agreements.
  • Relevant trade license
  • Professional related licenses and/or certifications
  • Special Work Schedule
  • Special Work Schedule Requirements:
  • This position is considered essential.
  • Flexibility in work schedule required due to campus-related emergencies, events occurring nights and weekends and special events such as matriculation and commencement.

Compensation

  • Minimum $89,100.00, Midpoint $111,500.00, Maximum $133,800.00
  • Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity
  • generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits

  • Manage building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety systems that meet healthcare and educational standards.
  • Manage daily operations of classrooms, lecture halls, research labs, dental clinics, and medical training facilities.
  • Ensure seamless operation of clinical areas to support patient care and student learning experiences.
  • Oversee maintenance of specialized equipment like research labs, dental chairs, simulation labs, imaging systems, sterilization units, etc.

Company info

  • be the first line of contact for key building customers (faculty, administrators, students, and community) while providing meaningful information.
  • The Facilities Manager is expected to build and maintain solid relationships; be the first line of contact for key building customers (faculty, administrators, students, and community) while providing meaningful information.
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