Facilities Maintenance Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The City of Rehoboth Beach is searching for a full-time, qualified, and reliable Facilities Maintenance Manager with at least 5-7 years’ experience in facility maintenance to manage Rehoboth Beach City Hall. The building is approximately 55,000 square feet and includes the police department. The faciities managaer will be responsible for timely management and maintenance of all city facilities, including all of the facilities' machines.

Excellent benefit package offered. Successful candidates are subject to background check and drug screening.

Salary: $50,000-$55,000

The chosen candidate will be required to multitask on several fronts to ensure operational effectiveness and departmental efficiency and provide constant oversight and management of the upkeep of various electrical systems, such as the HVAC system.

Please apply if you’ve had adequate experience in facility management, excellent interpersonal skills, and a knack for problem-solving.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan and execute building maintenance and operational programs for all city facilities.
  • Manage and handle all vendor contracts, including vendors for various maintenance items, activities, and tasks.
  • Coordinate and enact site safety programs, while making sure safety policies are maintained.
  • Ensure efficiency and operational capacity of all building systems.
  • Make sure that all maintenance processes and procedures are safe and that all compliance programs are being met.
  • Handle all facilities planning, space allocations, and cost estimates for equipment and facilities.
  • Coordinate with other department heads to make sure all maintenance processes are on track.
  • Develop relationships with building contractors and third-party workers to ensure smooth operations.
  • Develop various facilities maintenance schedules while managing and resolving all maintenance issues.
  • Create a healthy and safe work environment.
  • Coordinate with building and facilities security to ensure all maintenance services are provided.
  • Prepare and file all relevant reports with government and regulatory authorities.

REQUIREMENTS

  • A high school diploma; bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, facilities management, or any related field preferred.
  • Certification in facilities management is a plus.
  • At least 5 years of experience in facility maintenance.
  • A working understanding of electrical systems, HVAC systems, carpentry, and various mechanical and architectural systems.
  • Physical fitness is a must.
  • Knowledge of purchasing, supplies, groundskeeping, and equipment repair is essential.
  • A basic understanding of elevators, fire alarms, plumbing, and other facility-related systems is also crucial.

SKILLS NEEDED

  • Excellent communication and management skills are needed to make sure you can handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • A certain proficiency level in computer skills, including managing databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and using maintenance software.
  • Superior time management skills are required to make sure all maintenance processes are managed on time.
  • Goal-oriented with attention to detail.
  • Exceptional analytical skills to process different information and make informed decisions related to equipment needs and budget concerns, among other things.
  • Interpretation and application of various laws, regulations, and rules should come easy.
  • Problem-solving skills are crucial along with excellent decision-making skills.
  • Ability to face the physical strain of walking around various facilities all day while maintaining and managing all maintenance activities.

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