Campus Facilities Leader: Custodial, Grounds & Maintenance

Aramark Correctional Services; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Parental leave

Job summary

Aramark seeks an experienced General Manager, Facilities to provide strategic leadership for custodial, grounds, and maintenance operations across a college campus. You will direct a diverse team, ensure a safe, clean, and well‑maintained environment, and align operations with institutional goals and student experience.

You will establish standards, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining regulatory compliance and exceptional service for students, faculty, and staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 7+ years of progressive facilities management experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing multiple operational departments and teams.
• Experience managing custodial, maintenance, and grounds operations.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance programs, building systems, and operational best practices; Budget, labor forecasting, and financial performance.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with CMMS, work order management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all custodial, grounds, and facility maintenance operations across campus.
• Develop and implement operational plans that align with client expectations and institutional goals.
• Ensure facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing condition.
• Establish performance standards, service level agreements, and operational metrics to monitor effectiveness.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee daily custodial services for academic buildings, residence halls, administrative offices, athletic facilities, and common areas.
• Ensure cleaning programs meet institutional standards and industry best practices.
• Monitor quality assurance programs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and productivity to meet operational requirements.
• Direct campus grounds maintenance activities including landscaping, irrigation, snow removal, turf management, and seasonal beautification projects.
• Ensure campus grounds support a welcoming and professional appearance year‑round.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and proper utilization of grounds equipment and resources.
• Coordinate emergency weather response and campus preparedness activities.
• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for campus facilities and infrastructure.
• Ensure timely completion of work orders and maintenance projects.
• Collaborate with campus leadership on facility improvements, renovations, and capital projects.
• Monitor facility condition and recommend long‑term asset preservation strategies.
• Maintain compliance with applicable building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets.
• Control labor, equipment, materials, and supply costs while maintaining service quality.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
• Review and approve purchases, contracts, and vendor services.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of managers, supervisors, and frontline employees.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, safety, and customer service.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development initiatives.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and succession planning.
• Serve as the primary facilities contact for campus administrators and key stakeholders.
• Build strong partnerships with students, faculty, staff, and campus departments.
• Respond to service concerns promptly and professionally.
• Participate in campus meetings, planning initiatives, and special events.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all OSHA, environmental, and institutional requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and mitigate risk.
• Ensure all employees receive required training and certifications.
• Lead emergency response and business continuity efforts related to facilities operations.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities mgmt

Budget management

Operations planning

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management or related field

Tools

CMMS

Work order systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aramark seeks an experienced General Manager, Facilities to provide strategic leadership for custodial, grounds, and maintenance operations across a college campus. You will direct a diverse team, ensure a safe, clean, and well‑maintained environment, and align operations with institutional goals and student experience.

You will establish standards, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining regulatory compliance and exceptional service for students, faculty, and staff.