"Facilities, Trades, & Systems Manager"

R0000840

The Position:

Facilities, Trades, & Systems ManagerJob Summary:

The Facilities, Trades and Systems manager is responsible for all mechanical and trade services performed at the College, including all related personnel, inventory, and record keeping functions.  This position is responsible for the quality, quantity and timeliness of all mechanical maintenance work performed on the campus, including the supervision of all mechanical maintenance employees, the scheduling and recording of all routine work assignments, projects, preventive maintenance, etc.  The Facilities, Trades and Systems Manager is responsible for other duties as assigned by the Director of Plant Operations.

Schedule & Benefits: This is a full-time, year-round, day-shift position with a standard schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. After hours work (scheduled and on-call) may arise from time to time. All Muhlenberg Plant Operations team members are considered essential personnel; reporting to work in the event of weather or other emergencies, upon request from management, is required. Muhlenberg offers a highly competitive benefits package, including but not limited to, generous holidays (including 3 days off for Thanksgiving and an extended winter break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day), 22 days of vacation per year, sick leave, paid parental leave, tuition programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending plans, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, and retirement. Relocation assistance is available for this position. In addition, as a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution, Muhlenberg is a qualifying employer under the federal government’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

The College & Surrounding Area: Founded in 1848, Muhlenberg College is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering baccalaureate and graduate programs. At Muhlenberg, we are committed to a campus community that ensures students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, respected, valued and included. The College provides an intensely challenging, supportive environment centered around a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for lives of leadership and  meaning in a dynamic, global society. The academic program is amplified by a range of innovative programming: comprehensive and intentional residence-life programming, expansive experiential learning requirements, and an innovative coaching program designed to maximize every student’s performance and potential.

Part of eastern Pennsylvania’s scenic Lehigh Valley, Allentown is a diverse city of 125,000, Pennsylvania’s third-largest, located just 60 miles north of Philadelphia and 90 miles west of New York City. The Lehigh Valley, which also includes neighboring cities Bethlehem and Easton, is one of the fastest growing regions in the state and the Northeast, leading Pennsylvania in population growth for people aged 18–34. Home to a vibrant arts scene, extensive parks and recreational opportunities, a rich blend of diverse cuisine, and so much more, visit Life in the Lehigh Valley | Muhlenberg College and check out Allentown here.

Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assuring that all personnel are productive and familiar with the proper and safe methods and procedures in the maintenance, repair, and construction of buildings.
• Three direct reports, Lead electrician, Lead carpenter, and Lead HVAC/Plumbing.  Daily communication is essential to ensure the work orders and maintenance is being performed in a timely manner.
• Identifies staff development and training needs and ensures training is obtained.
• Confirms work specifications with building codes.
• Responsible for routine inspections of all buildings for needed repairs.  Perform inspections of employees work for compliance with standards set for safety, quality and quantity.
• Obtain best price/delivery date and order materials as required.  Follow established purchasing rules in the use of purchase orders.  Keep track of outstanding material requisitions.
• Develops and supervises a preventive maintenance program for the mechanical, HVAC, and electrical equipment components in the power plant, academic and administrative buildings and residence halls.
• Recommend short and long-term mechanical maintenance needs for all campus facilities for budgetary planning.
• Maintain inventory and record keeping of related supplies and equipment, recommend purchase orders, receive deliveries and monitor distribution of supplies and equipment.  May perform support staff functions as required.
• Maintains an awareness of industry trends, improved products and equipment and mechanical maintenance techniques.
• Promotes cooperation with other plant operations managers and personnel.
• Facilities, Trades and Systems Manager is responsible for seventeen-day shift mechanics and one-second shift mechanic.
• Ability to plan and design projects.
• Member of Campus Safety Committee

Physical Requirements:

• The job requires an employee to bend, reach, stoop, stand and or walk for extended periods.
• The job requires an employee to climb ladders, inspect roofing material and rooftop HVAC equipment.
• Lift up to 40 pounds.

While no one person may possess all the qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional experiences and characteristics:

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma, including technical/vocational courses or an equivalent combination of education and experience, from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
• A working knowledge of at least three (3) trades.
• Minimum of five (5) years of mechanical/structural trades and/or building construction experience with at least three (3) years spent in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience working effectively and supporting inclusion within a diverse community (prospective and current students, faculty, staff, subscribers, and visitors, etc.). Diversity, as affirmed in the College’s mission statement, is a fundamental Muhlenberg value. For more information, visit Muhlenberg DEIB.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy and a working knowledge of architectural plans and specification are essential.
• Knowledge of computerized work order system and building automation systems are essential.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methods.
• Completion of satisfactory background checks, including but not limited to driving record, child abuse clearance, education and criminal background.
• Successful completion of satisfactory pre-employment physical and drug screening.
• Valid Driver’s license.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be.  It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision.  The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

To apply, upload your complete application package as a single PDF document. A complete application package includes: 1) cover letter; 2) resume; 3) separate diversity statement summarizing professional experiences and capacities that prepare you to contribute to our diversity, equity, and inclusion goals; and 4) names/contact information for three professional references. Application review will continue until the position is filled. To initiate your application, use the APPLY button.

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An equal opportunity employer, Muhlenberg College is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff from racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in higher education. Please visit our Diversity & Inclusion page for additional information about Muhlenberg's commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive community.

Legal Notice

Muhlenberg College Annual Crime Reporting- As provided by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998, prospective employees of Muhlenberg College are entitled to request and receive a copy of the College Annual Security Report (ASR). The ASR can be accessed at http://www.muhlenberg.edu/annualsecurityreport . This report includes crime statistics on certain reportable crimes, as well as Muhlenberg College Safety Policies. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus safety and police, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault and other matters. Anyone wishing a paper copy of the ASR may contact the Campus Safety Office at 484-664-3112.