Maintenance Manager - Higher Education

ARAMARK; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark maintains a higher education campus infrastructure, overseeing day-to-day maintenance and a range of facilities services for academic, residential, and administrative spaces.

Reporting to senior facilities leadership, the role directs HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems, and preventive maintenance, with CMMS-driven work order management and vendor coordination to ensure safe, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years in maintenance or facilities management with supervisory duties.
• Strong knowledge of building systems: HVAC, electrical, plumbing.
• Experience using CMMS or work order management systems.
• Associate's degree or equivalent practical experience in facilities management, engineering, or related field.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of maintenance technicians, supervisors, and/or skilled trades.
• Plan, assign, and prioritize daily work orders to meet service level expectations.
• Ensure coverage for academic buildings, residence halls, athletic facilities, dining spaces, and administrative offices.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory requirements.

Skills

Facilities management

Supervisory experience

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

CMMS

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all day to day maintenance operations for a higher education campus, ensuring safe, reliable, and well maintained facilities that support academic, residential, and administrative functions. This role leads skilled trades staff, manages preventive maintenance programs, coordinates work with vendors and contractors, and partners closely with campus stakeholders to deliver high quality service in a student centered environment.

Job Responsibilities

Operations & Leadership

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of maintenance technicians, supervisors, and/or skilled trades.
• Plan, assign, and prioritize daily work orders to meet service level expectations.
• Ensure coverage for academic buildings, residence halls, athletic facilities, dining spaces, and administrative offices.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory requirements.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Manage and continuously improve the preventive maintenance (PM) program across campus facilities and infrastructure.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and general building maintenance.
• Utilize CMMS systems to track work orders, asset history, PM schedules, and labor utilization.

Client & Campus Partner Engagement

• Serve as the primary maintenance contact for campus leadership, facilities departments, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students regarding maintenance activities and service impacts.
• Participate in campus meetings and respond to escalations or critical issues with professionalism and urgency.

Financial & Vendor Management

• Assist with budget planning, cost controls, and forecasting for maintenance operations.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships, including scope definition, performance monitoring, and invoice review.
• Support minor capital projects, renovations, and shutdowns as assigned.

Compliance, Safety & Quality

• Ensure all work meets institutional standards, codes, and contractual requirements.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintenance best practices.
• Support emergency preparedness, on call coverage, and response to after hours incidents.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent practical experience in facilities management, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of maintenance or facilities management experience, including supervisory responsibility.
• Strong working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).
• Experience using CMMS or work order management systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a customer focused environment.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $90,000.00 to $110,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

About Aramark

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .