Research Facilities Operations Lead

University of Connecticut; Storrs-Mansfield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Excellent benefits

On-site work at IPB

Job summary

The University of Connecticut seeks a Facility Professional/P3 to oversee building operations and serve as a primary contact for IPB and OVPR Research Buildings. You will coordinate with Facilities Operations, Inventory Control, Key Control, and safety teams to keep research facilities running smoothly.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will supervise CMMS usage, asset management, and security, while supporting renovations and lab equipment installations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 3 years of relevant experience in building operations.
• Experience across HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with inventory control and asset management processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as initial contact for routine and emergency maintenance requests.
• Monitor building condition and coordinate with facilities staff.
• Advance work orders and ensure follow-up on issues.
• Manage access control and building security in coordination with Key Control.
• Oversee CMMS/FMIS and asset inventories; conduct annual audits.
• Assist with renovations and laboratory equipment installations as needed.
• Support safety programs and hazardous material handling information.
• Coordinate with IPB staff to ensure smooth operation of research facilities.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Carpentry experience

Verbal and written communications

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

CMMS (FAMIS)

Building Management System

KFS Asset Management

Job description

The University of Connecticut seeks a Facility Professional/P3 to oversee building operations and serve as a primary contact for IPB and OVPR Research Buildings. You will coordinate with Facilities Operations, Inventory Control, Key Control, and safety teams to keep research facilities running smoothly.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you will supervise CMMS usage, asset management, and security, while supporting renovations and lab equipment installations.