Facilities Manager

Job Title

Performs professional and technical work overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, repair and construction of Town facilities and systems.

Essential Duties of the Position

The following duties are those considered most essential to the position. This does not preclude the delegation of other duties considered as necessary by management to successfully complete an assignment or project.

• Plans, supervises, and coordinates the general maintenance, repair, and construction of Town facilities and systems.
• Creates and maintains the preventative maintenance and routine replacement plans for Town facilities, equipment, and systems, including but not limited to HVAC, electrical, emergency generators, and plumbing.
• Coordinates with departments in the CIP process related to planning for construction of new facilities or renovations of existing buildings and provides input on development plans.
• Coordinates with other departments for minor repairs and maintenance and safety inspections, may complete some maintenance and repairs task.
• Manages the selection, planning and oversight of all facility related contracts such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, custodial, pest control, alarms, fire suppression, etc.
• Creates or assists in the development of bid specifications and processes.
• Coordinates facility inspections for routine testing such as backflow, fire alarm, elevator, emergency generators, and sprinkler systems.
• Provides projections for operating and capital budgets related to, utilizing best practices to optimize the replacement cycles of mechanical systems and facilities to ensure effective and efficient operations.
• Develops and monitors operating and capital budgets for routine maintenance, replacement, and construction costs.
• Manages and assigns work orders for maintenance requests in coordination with departments and based on prioritization of needs.
• Maintains maintenance records for Town facilities and systems.
• Manages emergency responses for after-hours notifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Education and Experience

High Diploma or GED and at least 5 years of progressive experience in building maintenance and repair or building construction trade (electrical, mechanical, and HVAC) work. Or a combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills to complete the essential functions and job responsibilities of this position. Certified Facility Manager (CFM) designation is preferred. Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. This position is subject to Emergency Call Back during emergency situations and inclement weather.

Supplemental Information

This position's physical requirements involve heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities may be required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and/or walking. Work regularly requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires exposure to extreme cold, extreme heat, and may require wearing specialized personal protective equipment. Work is generally in a moderate noise location (e.g. light traffic and equipment operation, general office environment). The Town of Huntersville is committed to providing equal opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), gender national origin, religion, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town of Huntersville will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources staff.