Maintenance Program Manager

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $61,735 - $69,452; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Facilities maintenance management
Contractor coordination and negotiation
Preventive and predictive maintenance programs
The Maintenance Program Manager ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of campus facilities by leading maintenance teams and managing and coordinating contractual work with external vendors and service providers

Job Summary

  • The Maintenance Program Manager ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of campus facilities by leading maintenance teams and managing and coordinating contractual work with external vendors and service providers.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance with benefits including health insurance contributions, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • This role integrates internal teams with engineers, project managers, and contractors to enhance operational efficiency and sustain high-performing campus infrastructure.

Matching Summary

The Maintenance Program Manager ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of campus facilities by leading maintenance teams and managing and coordinating contractual work with external vendors and service providers.

Salary

Base: $61,735 - $69,452; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance contributions, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Facilities maintenance management
  • Contractor coordination and negotiation
  • Preventive and predictive maintenance programs
  • Building systems knowledge HVAC electrical mechanical plumbing
  • Computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
  • Leadership and project management skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education environments
  • Mentoring and staff development
  • Multi-stakeholder project management
  • Strong communication skills
  • Knowledge of campus operations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
  • At least four years facilities maintenance experience
  • Experience supervising teams
  • Experience coordinating contractors
  • Preferred five years facilities maintenance experience
  • Experience with commercial or institutional building systems
  • Experience with CMMS software

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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