Area Maintenance Manager

Updated: 15 days ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 14 Jun 2024

Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA00353PO24
Job Family Building and Grounds Maintenance
Job Function Facilities Maintenance
USC Market Title Maintenance Manager
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132136
Job Level M1 - Managerial
Business Title (Internal Title) Area Maintenance Manager
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Division of Administration and Finance
Department DAF Facilities Maintenance
State Pay Band 6
Approved Starting Salary $54,165
Advertised Salary Range $54,165-$67,707
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
M-F 8:00AM-4:30PM, willing to work a flexible schedule as needed.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Trades/Maintenance


About USC


About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
Under limited supervision, assists with the work management functions and a comprehensive planned and corrective maintenance program relating to facility maintenance and area support of the University of South Carolina Columbia campus comprised of approximately 165 buildings and 12 million gross square feet of facility space including work that requires on demand maintenance services, planned maintenance support, regular building inspections, and multi-member crews.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma and 9 years professional experience in a specialized trades area; or in diversified building or vehicle maintenance, or construction activity.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
High school graduate and 10 years of management/supervisory experience of institutional maintenance teams.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong organizational skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work, multi-task in the management of multiple priorities, solve problems and take corrective actions, build a team and inspire others to accomplish objectives, measure performance and improve deficiencies, work within established resources, communicate in writing and orally to a wide variety of university staff and administrators, and use personal computers and MS Office software.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Coordinates small scope maintenance projects by investigating and evaluating issue to scope out project and determine the underlying or overriding ancillary affects; assisting in the review of design of plans and specifications; assisting with the solicitation of bids and selection of contractors; reading blueprints, schematics, or drawings; writing service requests or work orders; explaining project needs to Facilities staff and ensuring their understanding of tasks; consulting with University Project Managers, contractors, and sub-contractors; assisting with the approval process of new or modified construction plans; providing information on existing Area Support systems that may be affected during a project; apprising management, building occupants, and stakeholders the status and issues on a routine basis; advising on requirements for future construction projects; estimating costs and executing schedules for project work based on length, scope, manpower, and equipment requirements; communication of expected installation or modification work with supervisory personnel; troubleshooting new or newly modified systems to assure proper functioning of the system; monitoring the contract and the work delivery; conducting final inspection of project prior to closing out contract; and notifying Accounting for approval of final payment
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Function No
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Provides leadership to and supervises assigned Area Maintenance supervisors by developing goals, priorities, budget plans, and regular communications about services; providing direction, leadership, motivation, and on the job training; reviewing area supervisor work assignments and holding them accountable to satisfactory performance; creating a participatory work environment; monitoring labor hours and materials expended; ensuring work tasks are performed in a safe, productive, and cost effective manner; completing Employee Performance Management Systems documents; reviewing, verifying, and submitting time records and leave requests; coordinating with departmental human resources for position management, training, and disciplinary and personnel actions. Ensures consistency in operational practices across all assigned area shops as well as coordinates with other area manager(s) to ensure consistency across all area maintenance units.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 35
Job Duty
Directs assigned Area Maintenance Service units by providing oversight; developing, implementing, and maintaining unit work plans, operational processes, and measures; coordinating project work with internal and external agency personnel; maintaining knowledge of the Department’s mission and establishing goals in support of same; reviewing and recommending policies and procedures; establishing short and long term goals for continuous improvement initiatives; coordinating service units’ planned work involving multiple trades; and preparing management reports. Acts as a champion, super user, and trainer for the computerized maintenance management system (AiM), ensuring that all area maintenance team members are fully utilizing the technology and subscribing to the operational processes. Assists faculties asset management team to ensure that CMMS is kept current and acts as a subject matter expert for all aspects of the CMMS system.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 25
Job Duty
In the absence of the Assistant Director of Maintenance Services, provide backup leadership to keep the department supplying service to the University campus. Advise Facilities’ leadership with things that may become problematic or, that may be perceived
as being problematic
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Provides professional expertise by communicating with Facilities’ leadership; representing the Department, communicating with, and acting as advisor to various committees and groups including but not limited to University administration, and other departments; reviewing, developing, and applying industry standards for products, equipment, and work performance; research “best practices” and performing benchmarking analysis; attending meetings, conferences, and training events; representing the University with various media venues; and developing organization models to provide effective services and to assist the department in making the market business case for resources and staff.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Performs administrative tasks to include assisting departmental human resources in hiring, position management, and employee relations activities including gathering information and counseling employees in the application of the University’s policies and procedures; attending meetings and training events in order to gain knowledge of and apply continuous improvement principles and concepts including process mapping, defining measurement objectives, and researching and discussing best practices..
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5


Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.


Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 2
Desired Start Date
Job Open Date 04/30/2024
Job Close Date 06/14/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by June 14, 2024.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities

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