Description General Job Summary: Coordinate, plan, and supervise the construction, maintenance, risk management, security, cleaning, waste disposal, parking and ground keeping functions of the Methodist Children’s Homes “MCH”. The Maintenance Manager reports to the Chief Operations Officer. Essential Job Functions: Develop and implement a facility management plan to include preventative maintenance, life-cycle requirements and cost reduction initiatives Coordinate and supervise the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment and facility renovations checking completed work by contractors and vendors Confer with subordinates on methods and procedures of work and supply, solve operational problems and conflicts and implement best practice processes to increase efficiency Determine by inspections and/or review of reports and requests, the need for fleet management, buildings, and grounds maintenance and repair Estimate costs of jobs, obtain quotes and tenders from venders and suppliers and compare costs for goods and services to maximize cost-effectiveness, negotiate contracts to optimize delivery and cost savings, manage contractor and vendor relationships and coordinate activities of contract suppliers and check initial cost estimates with actual costs on completed projects Conduct and document facility inspections, ensure facility needs are being met and identify needs and indicate priority of work to be done Hire, train and ensure efficient utilization of maintenance staff Prepare the departmental budget; approve requisitions, verify payments and invoices, monitor expenses and payments; recommend maintenance and construction material to be purchased Oversee campus security and respond to facility and equipment alarms and system failures Responsible for facility risk management and quality control by inspecting for and recommending removal of fire, safety and health hazards and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and industry codes Responsible for deploying all inclement weather and other hazardous threat bulletins to employees and management Plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the work of maintenance, grounds maintenance personnel, food services and volunteers Coordinate intra-office moves Advise on and monitor energy efficiency Conduct in-service training programs; ensure compliance with building code and safety requirements; maintain records and prepare reports; facilitate modernization and improvements to MCH. Participate in maintenance of proper administrative procedures for the department in accordance with institutional policy Participate in programs and administrative activities of MCH All other job duties as assigned Requirements Must be twenty-one (21) years of age Minimum of a High School Diploma is required w/ five (5) years’ experience in facilities management; two (2) years of supervisory experience. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Or a combination of equivalent education and experience Excellent verbal and written communication skills and effective problem-solving skills Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills Commitment to the mission and vision of the Methodist Children’s Homes