Maintenance Manager

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet - Kentucky Department of Parks, seeks an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the Maintenance Operation’s Branch within Facilities Management Division, overseeing skilled trades and capital projects across state parks.

This executive, full-time role requires strong leadership, knowledge of building systems, and the ability to manage budgets, schedules, safety compliance, and coordination with outside contractors to

Qualifications

• Seven years of building maintenance, grounds maintenance, general trades or related experience.
• Master trade certification or formal technical training preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations and preventive maintenance programs across all Kentucky State Parks.
• Supervise Master Tradesman for capital project management and repairs.
• Coordinate repairs, inspections and outside contractor activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.
• Develop maintenance schedules, budgets and inventory control measures.
• Troubleshoot complex maintenance issues and implement solutions.
• Support facility improvement and capital project planning.
• Coordinate with Parks Central Office and external agencies.

Skills

Maintenance management

Team leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Maintenance Manager

Pay Grade 15

Salary $3,960.94 - $5,941.50 Monthly

Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

500 Mero Strrer
5th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

DESCRIPTION

The Kentucky Department of Parks is currently seeking an experienced and motivated Maintenance Manager to lead the Maintenance Operation’s Branch within the Facilities Management Division of Kentucky State Parks. This position leads and supervises skilled trades personnel, working as project consultants for all capital projects and repairs across Kentucky State Parks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance operations and preventative maintenance programs by providing oversight and support on these programs across all Kentucky State Parks.
• Supervise a group of Master Tradesman performing Capital project management and repairs.
• Coordinate project management for repairs, inspections, and outside contractor activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, and other regulatory processes related to projects and repairs.
• Develop, review and coordinate maintenance schedules, budgets, and inventory control measures that affect the department.
• Troubleshoot complex maintenance issues and implement solutions.
• Recommend and support facility improvement and capital project planning.
• Support other departments and divisions within Parks Central Office or other outside agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience managing maintenance teams or skilled trades personnel
• Strong knowledge of building systems, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, wastewater systems and general maintenance.
• Strong leadership skills, communication, and organizational skills are critical.
• Ability to be responsive to emergency needs, prioritize work and schedule staff.
• Master trade certification or formal technical training preferred
• Valid driver’s license required

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Seven years of building maintenance, grounds maintenance, general trades, skilled trades, moving services or mechanical maintenance experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Formal training in industrial arts, horticulture, building maintenance, grounds maintenance, general trades, skilled trades, mechanical engineering, or a related field will substitute for the experience on a year-for- year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in one of the above or related fields will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title may be required to use hand tools and lift items in excess of 20 pounds.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Michael Hammond at [e-mail] or 502-782-2055.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D