Facilities Maintenance Manager

St. Catherine University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 holidays

Tuition assistance

Health insurance

403b retirement plan

Job summary

St. Catherine University in Minnesota is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Manager to steward 1.1 million square feet of diverse facilities including academic, athletic, performing arts, residential, and administrative spaces, plus a steam plant.

You will oversee maintenance planning, safety, and lifecycle management of building systems, coordinating with internal and external partners to ensure reliable operations and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in facilities maintenance operations (mechanical, electrical, plumbing).
• 3+ years in a maintenance supervision or managerial role.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Budgeting and financial management experience in a maintenance context.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance planning, service delivery, and system reliability of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building-operating systems on campus.
• Ensure maintenance services are delivered safely and in line with university standards and regulatory requirements.
• Lead HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and roof capital renewal projects for maintainability, reliability, and lifecycle performance.
• Coordinate among internal stakeholders, external engineers, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee invoicing with steam plant vendors and authorize purchases for plant supplies and equipment.
• Supervise carpenters and painters, building a high-performing team.

Skills

Budgeting

Project coordination

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Tools

CMMS

Building automation

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

Job description

The Facilities Department at St. Catherine University invites applications for a full-time Facilities Maintenance Manager position.

The Facilities Maintenance Manager is responsible for stewardship of the university’s physical properties across 1.1m square feet of building space. This includes academic, athletic, performing arts, residential, administrative facilities and a steam plant. The purpose of this position is to manage the operation, maintenance, repair, and long-term stewardship of the building systems and infrastructure that support the university’s missions.

• This role oversees maintenance planning, service delivery, and system reliability of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building-operating systems within campus buildings
• Ensure maintenance services are delivered safely and effectively, in alignment with university standards, customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Lead maintenance planning for HVAC , electrical, plumbing and roof capital renewal projects to ensure maintainability, reliability, and lifecycle performance.
• Facilitate coordination among internal stakeholders, external engineering consultants, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
• Oversees invoicing with steam plant vendors and authorize purchases for plant supplies and equipment
• Provide supervision and developement for carpenters and painters, building a high-performing team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in facilities maintenance operations including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a maintenance supervision or managerial role
• Demonstrated ability to manage/coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management in a maintenance context.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems ( CMMS ), Microsoft Office and Google Suites.
• Proficiency with building automation system controls
• Experience with large HVAC replacement and retrocommissioning projects
• Experience in hiring and firing & contract negotiation

EEO Statement

Compensation:

Annual wage is $70,000 – $85,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs.

Benefits:

Employees at St. Kate’s feel a deep connection to the University’s Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid “gift” days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of all religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at [e-mail] or 651-690-6565.