About the Opportunity
The Maintenance Supervisor is a working supervisor. They have overall responsibility for both mechanical and structural trades. The supervisor provides daily oversight and delegation of work to the trades team members. The supervisor also works with the Grounds Manager, Project Manager and contracted Custodial Supervisor to ensure work priorities are kept, resources are being allocated properly, work orders are completed, and customers receive follow-up on their requests. The Maintenance Manager conducts daily and long-range planning and works with the Project/Utility and Grounds Managers in the capital planning process. The Maintenance Manager must possess excellent customer service skills and have an overall concern for the general welfare and safety of the college and community.
Cedar Crest College’s Facilities Department has overall responsibility to provide the best possible environment for education and student living.
What We Offer
Be Part of a Purpose-Driven Community: Your work will help create a safe, beautiful, and inviting campus that supports learning, leadership, and civic engagement.
Work in a Unique Setting: Our campus is a certified arboretum, offering the opportunity to care for a diverse collection of trees and green spaces in a historic and inspiring environment.
Comprehensive Benefits: In addition to health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, we offer a unique tuition benefit for employees and their families. While Cedar Crest is a women’s college, men can access certain classes on campus and others at partner institutions, making this benefit flexible and valuable for all.
Support for Growth: We encourage professional development and provide training opportunities for team members.
Campus Culture: Cedar Crest is a place where your story is valued. We see you, and we’re here to help you shape your future.
Key Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL
This job requires the use of specialized power equipment
Obey all safety requirements and procedures at all times
Perform preventative maintenance checks on all equipment prior to use
Secure the work area and post proper safety notices for other users of the space prior to beginning work
Supply own trade tools
Supply own transportation (mileage on campus is reimbursed)
Equipment trouble-shooting
Perform corrective and preventative maintenance
Establish work priorities
Delegate work
Perform quality control
Ensure work orders are submitted properly and completely.
Manage, prioritize and delegate work orders from submission to completion.
Manage a staff of up to ten trades workers
Personnel oversight and accountability
Assist the Project/Utility Manager on project management as necessary.
Materials and resource procurement
Coordination of work groups
Work with the College’s contracted custodial vendor on the completion of custodial work orders and general custodial issues.
Daily and long-range planning
Review blueprints and specifications
The Project Manager will share on-call for the College during emergency situations with the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for the dispatch of employees as necessary to facilitate a prompt responds.
Mange the maintenance staff’s schedule, including managing vacation and time-off requests.
Position is considered “essential personnel” and is required to provide various duties and maintenance services during institution closures; and duties associated with emergencies, scheduled and unscheduled events.
MARGINAL
Snow removal as required
Event set-ups and moves support as needed
Other duties as assigned by supervision or management
What We're Looking For
Education and Training
Seven to ten years’ experience in a trade.
Minimum two years supervisory experience
High School diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
General knowledge of other trades
General knowledge of building structure and operations
Troubleshooting skills
Ability to read and understand basic drawings and blueprints
Basic computer skills (Microsoft word, internet, email applications, etc.)
Experience with CAD desired
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Able to walk or stand for extended periods of time
Able to climb ladders and scaffolding to perform work
Able to work up to 85 feet off the ground on a lift
Able to reach, bend, push and/or hold objects on a regular basis
Able to lift 50 pounds and carry it 75 feet
Complexity
Interpersonal/Supervisory/Management Skills
Ability to work collaboratively with other Managers
Ability to manage work groups and trades people
Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate with a diverse community
Self-motivated and personally accountable
Interact with the college community
How to Apply
Pease submit:
Current resume
Cover letter highlighting your relevant experience
Contact information for three professional references
Cedar Crest College shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
