Facility Manager

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia’s Savannah River Ecology Lab seeks a Facility Manager to oversee the maintenance and operations of its facilities. You will coordinate with contractors, supervise the maintenance team, and ensure safety and compliance with DOE agreements.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and HVAC/Electrical knowledge with several years of related experience, plus management experience. Strong project planning and budget oversight are essential, along with willingness to drive and

Qualifications

• Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.
• HVAC / Electrical knowledge with at least 5 years of related experience.
• 1 year management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate new construction, remodels, and installations with contractors and vendors.
• Supervise contractors who perform work for SREL and ensure safety parameters.
• Serve as direct manager of the SREL maintenance and facility department, including supervision and scheduling.
• Interact with the Department of Energy and ensure compliance with Functional Service Agreements (FSA's).
• Provide technical expertise to SREL management when FSAs are negotiated bi-annually.
• Oversee state vehicle inventory, mileage, maintenance, and log updates.
• Assist facilities and maintenance mechanics with upkeep of SREL facilities.
• Oversee the facilities department budget and annual requests.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Management experience

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Job description

Posting Details

Posting Number: S11952P

Working Title: Facility Manager

Department: VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

The Savannah River Ecology Lab is a research unit of the University of Georgia, that conducts research on the Federal nuclear site known as the Savannah River Site.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday thru Friday

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience

Posting Date: 04/22/2024

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 10/01/2026

Location of Vacancy: Augusta Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

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Position Information

Classification Title: Facilities Management Professional

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications: HVAC / Electrical knowledge with at least 5 years of related experience. 1 year management also experience required.

Position Summary: This position will serve as the interface with contractors who by agreement provide the facility services that the Department of Energy provides SREL through the course of our cooperative agreement with them. This position will also handle facility issues and planning and regularly reports to the SREL Assistant Director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Facility maintenance knowledge (Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical).
• General carpentry and renovation knowledge.

Physical Demands

• Work in outdoor climates with exposure to heat and cold.
• Lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Work from heights and climbing ladders.
• Driving as need to perform job duties.

Other Conditions

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: Yes

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate new construction, remodels, and installations with contractors and vendors.
• Supervise contractors who perform work for SREL and make sure that they perform work within the safety parameters expected by UGA and the Department of Energy.
• Serve as the direct manager of the SREL maintenance and facility department. This includes supervision of the maintenance personnel, overseeing their training and annual evaluations, and determining work and shift schedules.
• Responsible for interacting with our primary cooperator, the Department of Energy, and making sure that SREL is complying with the Functional Service Agreements (FSA's) that define how both entities interact with each other.
• This position will also provide technical expertise to SREL management when the FSA's are negotiated bi-annually.
• This position will be responsible for the upkeep and oversight of the SREL state vehicle inventory. Currently this inventory includes 33 state vehicles. This will include tracking mileage, scheduling maintenance, and keeping the vehicle sign out log up to date.
• Assist the facilities and maintenance mechanics with work related to the upkeep of the the SREL facilities.
• Oversee the facilities department budget. This includes monitoring department spending, approving related expenditures, and making annual budget requests to the Assistant Directors office.