Campus Facilities Director: Operations & Maintenance

SSC Services For Education; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

SSC Services for Education seeks an Assistant Director of Facilities to lead planning, operation, and maintenance of campus facilities at Texas A&M University in Galveston. You will oversee building systems, utilities, grounds, custodial services, and capital projects in partnership with the Director of Facilities and campus stakeholders.

The role emphasizes safety, asset reliability, and customer-focused service, with opportunities to mentor staff, manage budgets, and advance strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Associate degree with equivalent facilities management experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressively responsible facilities management, maintenance, plant operations, or related experience preferred.
• Experience managing maintenance programs, building systems, budgets, and service providers.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), HVAC, and building automation systems preferred.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the oversight of daily facilities operations, including maintenance, custodial, grounds, and building systems.
• Support the development and implementation of preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize asset reliability and facility performance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in the planning, coordination, and execution of facility renovation, repair, and capital improvement projects.
• Monitor work order systems, maintenance metrics, and operational performance to drive continuous improvement.
• Assist in managing departmental budgets, purchasing activities, vendor relationships, and service contracts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with campus leadership, clients, students, faculty, and staff by providing responsive customer service.
• Support emergency response efforts and help coordinate facility operations during critical incidents and severe weather events.
• Promote the professional development, training, and engagement of facilities team members.
• Provide leadership and direction to supervisors, technicians, and support staff through regular communication, coaching, and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project coordination

Communication

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate degree considered

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

SSC Services for Education seeks an Assistant Director of Facilities to lead planning, operation, and maintenance of campus facilities at Texas A&M University in Galveston. You will oversee building systems, utilities, grounds, custodial services, and capital projects in partnership with the Director of Facilities and campus stakeholders.

The role emphasizes safety, asset reliability, and customer-focused service, with opportunities to mentor staff, manage budgets, and advance strategic