Trades Manager

Mtmary; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Mary University seeks a Trades Manager to oversee Building Trades teams, focusing on building envelope maintenance and mechanical systems. You will manage vendors, schedules, and office tasks while ensuring a productive, compliant work environment.

Strong leadership and communication are essential. Responsibilities include supervising 2–4 staff, coordinating with departments, and guiding safety practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HVAC or equivalent apprenticeship
• HVAC-related certification considered plus 5 years experience
• Backflow and cross connect certifications preferred
• Strong leadership and project management experience
• Proven ability to manage vendors and budgets

Responsibilities

• Oversee B&G work orders and calendar management for the team
• Lead and mentor staff, manage vendors and contractors
• Coordinate with departments and communicate project status
• Manage preventative maintenance programs and capital projects
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and building regulations

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

Assoc. degree in HVAC

HVAC certification

Backflow certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Title: Trades Manager
Reports To: Director of Buildings and Grounds
Department: Buildings and Grounds
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Employment Status: Full-time

Position Summary:

This position requires a highly organized and proactive leader to oversee the daily operations
of the Building Trades teams. The team members focus on building envelope maintenance program as well as the
mechanical systems. Managing vendors, other team members and communicating with departments to ensure the
position will require the management of administrative tasks, support team members, support campus inquiries and
ensure a productive work environment. Excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and must be
a team player.

Core Department Values Respect- Empathy and trust Information- Truth & Fact to the best of your knowledge
Connect- Be present in conversations Hope- Team building or personal knowledge gained

Responsibilities

• Perform other duties, responsibilities, or special projects as assigned
• Takes a hands and training approach to completing work orders and projects.
• Oversees and actively work with B&G work order system and other Mt Mary systems Oversee calendar
  management for team members, scheduling meetings, schedule vendors and appointments as needed.
• Support human resources functions including correcting employees, hiring and onboarding new employees.
• Communicate effectively with department team members, students, faculty, and vendors to help smooth
  operations.
• Maintains an organized workspace and shop space.
• Perform clerical duties such as data entry, corresponds within email and Microsoft teams.
• Ensuring a welcoming environment for visitors and clients.
• Lead team management efforts by providing guidance and support to staff members. Including team
  meetings
• Aid in supervising daily office activities to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Manages vendors to perform preventative maintenance tasks as well as repair projects. Holds vendors
  accountable from quoting the task to invoicing. As well as warrantee work.
• Works as a project manager to keep track of projects and work orders. Prepares schedules and reports as
  needed
• Performs other duties as assigned from time to time by B&G Director.
• Manages and tracks vendors and partners via department systems
• Has several direct reports
• Manages small & large B&G construction projects Supports the Director of B&G on larger projects
• Ability to run a small crew of 2 to 4 employees Manages the preventative-maintained program for the
  University.
• Recommends replacement of equipment whenever necessary and evaluates new equipment for its durability
  and value.
• Oversees maintenance repairs and installations by directing and coordinating all vendors on campus. · Assists
  in creating annual operating and capital budgets.
• Create a culture of safety and environmental protection by performing work safely in accordance with safety
  procedures.
• Attends meetings with various departmental personnel in order to prioritize maintenance request

Skills and Experience:

• Associate degree in HVAC or graduate of state approved plumbing or HVC related apprenticeship program
  and a minimum of three years of industrial HVAC systems experience required. Will consider candidates who
  possess HVAC -related certification and 5 years of related job experience
• Certifications in cross connect or backflow preferred.
• Low pressure boiler license is required.
• Strong hands-on experience with a wide variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, food
  service and refrigeration systems and equipment.
• Ability to mentor departmental staff to enhance their performance, development and productivity. Proven
  leadership role preferred.
  
• Demonstrated project management skills.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite is required
  
• Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision
  
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, ordinance and regulations of State and local authorities
  
• Ability to interpret and comprehend blueprints and schematics
  
• Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing environment and a STRONG work ethic and desire to learn.
  
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work with diverse
  groups to provide positive customer service interactions.
  
• Strong understanding of contracting practices and methods.
  
• Knowledge of applicable safety code
  
• Outstanding verbal, writing, and presentation skills; must be able to communicate and interact effectively
  with Mount Mary students, employees, and alumnae
  
• Exceptional ability to multitask and prioritize projects
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work with diverse groups, facilitate group process and foster collaborative decision making

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The
  requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
  accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform primary functions.

Physical Demands:

• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
  
• Must reach, bend, stoop, lift
  
• Must sit, walk or stand
  
• Some repetitive motion may be required

Working Conditions:

• Normal job schedule is first shift Mon – Fri. Receives after hour's calls and on call rotation.
• Ability to work
  variable schedules including weekends, nights, and day shifts as necessary.
• Varying workflow; sometimes stressful with high workload times of the year
• Complete work required within a limited space
• Complete work required within a limited time

Mount Mary University encourages applications from all qualified candidates and is vitally committed to all
aspects of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, and all
will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity,
pregnancy, disability, genetic information or any other groups protected by law. Mount Mary seeks to hire and retain
personnel who will make a positive contribution to its mission, vision and values.