Director of Facilities Management

Director of Facilities Management

The Director of Facilities Management leads the maintenance, repair, and operation of North Central University's buildings, grounds, infrastructure, equipment, and fleet. This position oversees facilities staff, contractors, preventative maintenance programs, capital projects, budgets, equipment maintenance, and snow removal operations to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained campus.

Facilities & Operations

• Direct maintenance and operation of campus buildings, grounds, utilities, and mechanical systems.
• Implement preventative maintenance programs and oversee work order systems.
• Conduct facility inspections, prioritize repairs, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage maintenance tools, equipment, inventory, and vendor contracts.

Equipment & Snow Operations

• Oversee maintenance, repair, and replacement planning for vehicles, grounds equipment, and snow removal equipment.
• Direct campus snow and ice management operations, including staffing, contractors, equipment readiness, and emergency response.

Projects & Budget Management

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise capital projects, renovations, and major repairs.
• Obtain bids, manage contractors, monitor project budgets, and ensure quality completion.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, including a five-year facilities and equipment replacement plan.

Leadership & Team Development

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate facilities personnel.
• Assign work, promote safety, and develop staff knowledge and technical skills.
• Foster strong communication and partnerships across campus departments.

Emergency Response

• Lead facilities-related emergency response efforts and support campus operational continuity during severe weather and other emergencies.
• Must be available to respond to facilities emergencies, severe weather events, utility outages, and other operational issues outside normal business hours as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated Christian character and servant leadership.
• Commitment to the University's mission and statement of faith.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building systems, preventative maintenance, equipment repair, budgeting, and project management.
• Experience supervising maintenance personnel, contractors, and snow removal operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, climb ladders, lift up to 75 pounds, and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Working Conditions and Frequency

• Ability to regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and perform physically demanding maintenance work.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work platforms.
• Ability to work in mechanical rooms, confined spaces, rooftops, and construction areas.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, and snow removal equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.

This position regularly requires exposure to:

• Indoor and outdoor working environments
• Construction and maintenance-related dust and debris
• Paints, adhesives, chemicals, solvents, and cleaning agents
• Loud equipment, machinery, and power tools
• Variable weather conditions and temperature extremes
• Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing environments

Equipment Used

• University-provided computer and telephone
• Personal cellular phone for work-related communication
• Hand tools and power tools
• Diagnostic and testing equipment
• Snow removal equipment and vehicles
• Shop equipment and maintenance machinery
• Ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and other access equipment as required