Housing Maintenance Manager

Manages all day-to-day operations of designated areas. Provides management, technical support, and data analysis in scientifically or technically-related projects for on-campus Apartments, or Residence Halls and Dining Facilities. This may include coordinating with technical trades areas, utilities, power plant, physical facilities operations, environmental systems. Works closely with Residence Life and Housing Administration to ensure resident expectations are met. Collaborates with Facilities Management and various trade shops to ensure buildings are safe and operating at peak performance.

 
Typical Functions May Include: 

 

Job Requirements

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Required Education:  Bachelors Degree, AND:   

• 48 months of project management experience

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of the Bachelor’s degree for a total of 96 months experience

Skills:

• Working knowledge of computer applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated effectiveness of supervisory skills; able to direct and secure the cooperation of the maintenance staff
• Knows and demonstrates techniques of using maintenance tools, repairing machinery and providing preventive building maintenance.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Must lift equipment and other objects up to but not limited to 50 lbs.- Frequent 
• Must be able to stand, walk, and move with haste for extended amounts of time- Frequent 
• Must be able to pull or push objects with upper and lower body- Frequent 
• Must be able to reach above head or stoop down- Frequent 
• Physical stress exposure- Frequent (hot, cold, windy, dirty, or loud climate)
• Receive and understand detailed directions or directives orally or written. Occasionally

Department Preferences:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Engineering, Facilities Management
• 5+ years Management Level Experience
• Experience with AiM or other Work Management platforms
• Experience communicating directly with residents/customers and effectively resolving their concerns
• Ability to effectively motivate staff and maintain a productive, supportive, inclusive, civil, professional and respectful work environment. 

Supervision: 

• Will   supervise or have indirect supervisory responsibility for other personnel relative to all work performed on the projects.

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing .

Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person’s unique contributions, background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all, recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of our institutional mission.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

 
Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?– Yes
Special Indications: Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET) 
Job Posting
: Oct 18, 2022