Renovation & Repair Assistant Supervisor

Colorado State University; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University is seeking a Renovation & Repair Assistant Supervisor to oversee the maintenance, repair, and renovation activities across Housing & Dining Facilities, including residence halls and dining centers. This working supervisor will guide a team, coordinate projects, and support life-safety maintenance in campus housing.

The role requires leadership experience in building trades, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) years of experience in building maintenance, construction, carpentry, or a related building trade.
• Demonstrated experience leading maintenance or construction projects.
• Experience supervising or directing the work of others.
• Ability to perform and oversee work in multiple building trades.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, assign, and evaluate the work of four full-time maintenance employees and hourly staff.
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance, repair, and renovation projects across Housing & Dining Facilities.
• Perform and support complex maintenance work in multiple building trades while providing technical guidance to staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, University policies, and departmental standards.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, life-safety inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency response activities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS/IWMS

Job description

Job Description Position Summary:

The Renovation & Repair Assistant Supervisor is a working supervisor responsible for overseeing maintenance, repair, and renovation activities throughout Housing & Dining Facilities, including residence halls, apartments, dining centers, and support facilities. This position supervises five full-time employees while coordinating maintenance projects, assigning daily work, and ensuring repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with University standards. The position performs field work alongside staff, provides technical guidance, and supports the Renovation & Repair Supervisor in maintaining high-quality facilities and exceptional customer service. This role also coordinates contractors, campus partners, and life-safety maintenance activities to support the University's residential communities.

Full Consideration Date:

This posting will remain open until filled.

Housing & Dining Services:

Please visit https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/ to learn about joining Housing & Dining Services (HDS) as one of the largest departments on campus and is responsible for the management, finance, administration, and program development of all University housing facilities, including residence halls, university apartments, and Mountain Campus.

Essential Job Duties:

• Supervise, assign, and evaluate the work of four full-time maintenance employees and hourly staff.
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance, repair, and renovation projects across Housing & Dining Facilities.
• Perform and support complex maintenance work in multiple building trades while providing technical guidance to staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, building codes, University policies, and departmental standards.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, life-safety inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency response activities.

Conditions of Employment:

• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for all new hires).
• Pre-employment Physical.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Essential Services Designation.
• Shift Work.
• On-call Status: Will be required to work overtime in response to after-hour services. Will be required to carry a cell phone on a rotating basis with other staff to support the after-hour response program.
• Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Required Degree: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum Years of Experience and/or Skills: Six (6) years of experience in building maintenance, construction, carpentry, or a related building trade.
• Demonstrated experience leading maintenance or construction projects.
• Experience supervising or directing the work of others.
• Ability to perform and oversee work in multiple building trades.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supervising maintenance employees in a commercial, higher education, healthcare, hospitality, or multi-family residential environment.
• Experience using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS/IWMS).
• Working knowledge of building codes and life-safety systems.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and team development experience.
• Experience coordinating contractors, vendors, and campus partners.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $75,000

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. Review our detailed benefits information here. Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

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