Facility Maintenance & Operations Manager

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Children and Family Services in Louisiana seeks a Facility Maintenance Manager to oversee statewide building maintenance for agency properties. The role focuses on coordinating repairs, managing purchases, and supervising contractors to ensure timely, compliant project delivery.

Applicants should have five years in building construction or maintenance or related fields, with alternative pathways described in the job posting.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in building construction, maintenance, or related work.
• Alternative combinations include road or bridge construction or maintenance.
• Formal training or hours in construction may substitute for part of experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensures repairs are properly reported and completed.
• Coordinates maintenance services, materials, and invoice payments.
• Reviews leases related to construction and grounds.
• Inspects buildings proactively to identify needed improvements.
• Manages purchasing and inventory of supplies.
• Reviews service contracts and construction drawings; schedules shutdowns.
• Attends pre-bid and pre-construction conferences for renovations.
• Oversees contractors and vendors per plans and schedules.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Building maintenance

Vendor management

Contract administration

Team leadership

Education

Two-year building construction training

18 semester hours in construction/engineering

Job description

Department of Children and Family Services in Louisiana seeks a Facility Maintenance Manager to oversee statewide building maintenance for agency properties. The role focuses on coordinating repairs, managing purchases, and supervising contractors to ensure timely, compliant project delivery.

Applicants should have five years in building construction or maintenance or related fields, with alternative pathways described in the job posting.