Manager, Physical Plant I - Facilities Operations

Description

The department of Facilities Operations at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Manager, Physical Plant I.

About the Opportunity:

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, plans, coordinates and supervises the work assignments of Equipment Mechanics, Trades Maintenance Mechanics, Facilities Management and Services Workers, and any other support personnel as outlined by University policies and procedures guidelines.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do:

• Demonstrates knowledge and expertise to oversee daily maintenance operations, supervises technical teams, and ensures facility vehicles and equipment run safely and efficiently.
• Submits, tracks and closes out work orders in Unifier. Plans, schedules and executes repair work for equipment, and assigns work to employees to ensure all repairs are completed thoroughly and on time.
• Develops and maintains a maintenance management system to schedule routine maintenance and inspections to minimize equipment downtime.
• Generates detailed cost estimates and makes recommendations to the Operations Manager project needs regarding crew size, material availability, equipment, and material flow to remain on schedule. Tracks all expenditures and maintains inventory for tools and spare parts. This includes all aspects of Visa card accountability.
• Inspects completed work assignments, work areas, and processes to ensure safe working conditions and procedures are always maintained. Recommend improvements to efficiency and effectiveness of the team to provide the highest level of service.
• Performs preventative maintenance of all vehicles and equipment, including daily and/or weekly inspections and instructs Roads & Grounds employees on the proper care and maintenance of all equipment including such things as oil, fuel, belts, tires, batteries, brakes adjustments, greasing, etc.
• Repairs and rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic pumps and motors, hydrostatic transmissions, chassis, and electrical systems on all Roads & Grounds equipment ranging from small lawn tractors to large front-end loaders and backhoes.
• Fabricates and rebuilds parts using shop equipment such as welders, torches, lifts, cranes, hydraulic presses, lathes, etc. Is responsible for maintenance and upkeep of all shop equipment.
• Responsible for screening and interviewing job candidates, making hiring decisions, providing counseling and disciplinary actions, and performing employee evaluations to assigned personnel.
• Operates motor vehicles and equipment (i.e. car, box van, pick-up truck, forklift, front loader, small dump truck) and upholds all licensing as required by WV Department of Transportation.
• May be called up to assist with maintenance and care of the campus grounds by: mowing, seeding, and aerating
  lawns and turf, trimming and edging around trees, flower beds, buildings, and walkways, watering lawns, shrubs, and ornamental gardens during dry periods, removing and disposing of debris throughout grounds areas on campus.
• Coordinates efforts of team and assists with removal of snow/ice from sidewalks, steps, roads, and parking lots by means of hand tools, power brooms, tractors, and trucks. Spreading deicers and abrasives on all public passageways as needed.
• Must be able to work off-peak hours, weekends and holidays during winter weather conditions to ensure the safety of the campus community.

Pay Grade:16

Hours: 6am - 2pm

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Job requires specific technical knowledge received from a formal registered apprentice or vocational training program of up to 18 months.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to organize workflow and lead groups
• Deep understanding of equipment/vehicle maintenance
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic grounds keeping, labor procedures, and safety principles
• Demonstrated ability to operate all related supporting equipment
• Ability to read and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to function as a team leader providing training to others and maintaining necessary records
• Physical capability to perform duties of the position including long periods of standing and walking, bending, stooping, climbing and lifting of heavy items weighing more than 100 pounds
• Ability to perform tasks requiring frequent and prolonged exposure to extreme variations in temperatures including outdoor weather conditions and exposure to dust, fumes and chemicals.
• Ability to organie workflow and lead groups
• Deep understanding of equipment/vehicle maintenance
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic grounds keeping, labor procedures, and safety principes
• Demonstrated ability to operate all related supporting equipment
• Abiity to read and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to function as a team leader providing training to others and maintaining necessary records
• Physical capability to perform duties of the position including long periods of standing and walking, bending, stooping, climbingand lifting of heavy items weighing more than 100 pounds
• Ability to perform tasks requiring frequent and prolonged exposure to extreme variations in temperatures including outdoor weather conditions and exposure to dust, fumes and chemicals.

Physical Demands:

• Physical Coordination:
  • Work requires simple hand/eye operations and some accuracy and regularity of motions, such as set up and operation of basic instruments or equipment, and/or the occasional use of standard hand or power tools with minimal speed requirements.
• Physical Effort:
  • Long periods of standing and walking
  • Climbing, stooping and bending
  • Working from ladders and in confined spaces
  • Lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License required
• This position falls under the Department of Transportation and requires mandatory (DOT) drug testing - Federal requirement

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

Job Posting: May 26, 2026 Posting Classification: Classified Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Benefits Eligible: Yes Schedule: Full-time

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