Auburn University · 19 hours ago
Facilities Zone Maintenance Manager
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$73K/yr - $131K/yr
7+ years expAuburn University Facilities Management is excited to welcome a new Manager of Facilities Zone Maintenance to our team! In this key leadership role, you will oversee maintenance operations for two of our four Facilities Maintenance Zones, guiding daily maintenance activities and ensuring effective completion of work orders to support the University’s mission.
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Responsibilities
Manages, leads, and supervises multi-trade corrective maintenance technicians for the effective and efficient completion of all corrective and some preventative maintenance work requirements within assigned facilities. Corrective maintenance may include maintenance projects
Oversees work assignments to meet organizational goals and client deadlines in support of University, Facilities Management and Maintenance department guidelines and mission
Manages assigned staff and leads recruitment of positions including reviewing resumes, participating in interviews, and conducting performance review evaluations. Assists in resolving employee relations issues
Responsible for all work performed by University tradespersons and contractors involved meet University standards and contract requirements. Ensures that work is completed in a safe, timely manner and in compliance with the appropriate regulatory agencies
Meets with clients on a regular basis to understand facility needs ensuring support can be provided. Ensures quality and timely responsiveness of assigned maintenance activities, including after-hours response to emergency calls
Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate data is maintained in the work management system to provide proper reporting for clients and senior leadership within Facilities and the University. Investigates and responds to clients queries, complaints and other issues to meet and satisfy client needs. Tracks status of work accomplishments, analyzes data, prepares reports and recommendations in support of increasingly higher levels of performance and productivity
Coordinates communications and activities among Maintenance Departments zones and shops, other Facilities Management Departments, outside contractors, and Auburn University customers and visitors. Communicates with stakeholders to maintains awareness of activities, maximize efficiencies, answers questions, and resolves issues
Maintains records and documentation of work activities, supplies, and equipment. Develops and maintains business plans, procedures, and operating instructions for safe, accurate, and quality work performance and updates on maintenance/repair status
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Building Science, Architecture, Engineering, Business, or related field
7 years of experience in construction and trades administration
Knowledge of a work order system and Microsoft office software
Knowledge of building systems, blueprints, CADD, and construction principals
Ability to manage and motivate people, ability to effectively communicate with customers and employees
Valid Driver's License is required
Benefits
Generous benefits
Educational opportunities
Support and work/life balance
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25.89MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M
Leadership Team
Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
Recent News
2026-02-05
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