Facilities Director jobs in Lowell, MA

Facilities Director manages the maintenance, construction, repair, and refurbishment operations of one or more facilities or properties. Implements policies and procedures that ensure the optimal functioning of buildings, grounds, and associated equipment. Being a Facilities Director monitors daily building operations of all systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, safety, and waste management to ensure reliability. Tracks work orders for quality, adherence to service standards, and budgeted guidelines. Additionally, Facilities Director directs training of managers, supervisors, and employees in best practices for maintenance work, service and safety standards, and local laws and regulations. Oversees vendors or contractors engaged for construction projects. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Facilities Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Facilities Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Facilities
  • Maynard Public Schools
  • Maynard, MA FULL_TIME
  • Reports to: Superintendent of Schools SUMMARY The Director of Facilities is responsible for the effective supervision and maintenance of school facilities and grounds. Manage the maintenance, repair, improvement and upkeep of all school buildings, including both School-occupied and School-leased/rented properties. The Director of Facilities is considered and Critical and Essential personnel. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for the administration of a comprehensive maintenance program including overall maintenance, planning and scheduling of both long- and short-range construction and maintenance projects related to the specific needs of School properties as they are identified; coordination of capital projects with relevant School departments and committees; serve as AHERA Designated Person, upkeep and inventory of all relevant information related to each School property including site survey documents, construction documents, equipment lists, parts lists, routine and preventive maintenance schedules, study and planning documentation, building assessment documentation, O&M manuals, Certificates of Occupancy, etc. Responsible for exterior grounds, with the exception of athletic fields, including but not limited to, landscaping, snow blowing, shoveling and salting of walking paths in and out of egresses, leaf blowing, weed whacking, trimming of bushes and shrubs, and trash removal. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Supervise and evaluate a team of school facilities personnel including maintenance, custodial and grounds-keeping personnel. Supervisory duties include but are not limited to scheduling, training and assigning daily tasks. Manage a maintenance program that includes long- and short-term maintenance priorities, AHERA compliance, preparation of budgets/estimates/schedules related to the upkeep and capital improvement of School properties, and presentation of information to School groups, departments, and boards as required. Responsible for coordinating major systems maintenance and repairs related to buildings (i.e. HVAC, elevators, fire suppression, electrical, water). Including, but not limited to those coordinating responsibilities will be scheduling, maintaining service agreements and qualifying vendors for repairs or maintenance of said systems. Management of work order, inventory and information tracking programs and/or tools to assist with the prioritization of maintenance needs, resource planning, delivery and budget allocation required to keep School properties at the highest operational/functional levels possible. Manage building operating schedules for School facilities. This includes coordinating access, facilities rentals and building security. Responsibility and authority for selecting, engaging, directing and supervising outside contractors, architects, engineers, vendors, and other consultants in connection with maintenance and upkeep of all School properties and may accept or reject the work product of same. The position can assist in the hands-on assessment and maintenance of systems as necessary. Meet regularly with building stakeholders and work to address maintenance needs and requirements of each. This position has the authority to prioritize tasks with the goal of providing the highest level of quality for the cost effective maintenance, repair and upkeep of all School properties. Perform grounds keeping and exterior maintenance, excluding athletic fields, including but not limited to, applying plaster, repairing water, rock, and lighting features, mowing with a hand, power or riding mower, trimming and edging walkways, flower beds, planting, watering, weeding and trimming of grass, flowers, shrubs and bushes; raking, mulching, pruning, watering, and providing for fertilizer and pesticide applications; debris sweeping, snow and ice removal and treatment of walking paths leading in and out of egresses; tree limb removal; minor grounds keeping equipment repair; installation and maintenance of lawn furniture, and exterior lighting maintenance. Position is highly interactive requiring regular reporting to the Superintendent of Schools as part of the day-to-day operations. Day-to-day interactions will occur with department heads and maintenance staff to ensure the most effective use of resources when maintenance services are needed, consistent with the overall maintenance program. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions. Work requires some agility and physical strength, such as moving in or about buildings, construction sites or over rough terrain, or standing or walking most of the work period when conducting work in the field. The employee may be expected to perform all the same cleaning and maintenance tasks as the custodial staff as needed. Visual Skills: The employee is required to read documents for general understanding and analytical purposes and must be able to determine color differences on a regular basis. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Appointed by the School Superintendent and works under the supervisory direction of the Superintendent of Schools. Supervises school maintenance, custodial and grounds-keeping employees. Works directly with vendors, department heads, staff, School officials, School agencies and commissions along with professional organizations and community groups. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; Facilities Management; Construction Management; Architecture; or related fields is strongly preferred and/or a combination of education and work experience will be strongly considered. Special Skills or Experience: Knowledge of routine and preventative maintenance, work order system development, capital assessment and improvement methodologies and implementation, project planning, scheduling, estimating, and procurement is required, along with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience evaluating and managing contract labor and the contractual requirements of such resources is necessary. Requires an understanding of total building systems, including but not limited to: Site Improvements; Exterior Envelopes (Exterior Cladding Systems, Windows and Doors, Roofing Systems, Building Insulation Systems); Structural Systems; Plumbing Systems; HVAC Systems; Electrical Systems; Fire Protection Systems; Communications Systems; Security Systems; Energy Usage Analysis; AHERA compliance; Planning for Barrier-free Access; etc. Management level experience desirable in or related to public facilities and/or facilities that accommodate and continually meet the needs of the public. Outstanding interpersonal skills including: an attention to detail; an overall client service attitude; and an ability to focus on the resolution of building related issues is required. Position requires an ability to effectively interface with diverse groups, School boards and departments, and an ability to prioritize competing goals/interests of each group. Complex organizational skills and an ability to negotiate effectively with both internal and external groups is an important skill to the position. Excellent public presentation skills are required to effectively advocate for the needs of all School buildings and properties. An understanding of the complexities of working in coordination with a Union shop is necessary. Familiarity with Commonwealth of Massachusetts regulations related to Public Construction, Standard Design Practices and/or Means and Methods of Construction is desired. Familiarity with NFPA, OSHA, DEP, Building Codes, ADA, Energy Codes, LEED, AHERA, IPM plans, etc. and other government regulations as they relate to buildings and systems is desired. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Access), Work Order, Inventory, Infinite Visions, Estimating/Scheduling software packages and Microsoft Project or equivalent software programs are desired. License or Certificate: Must be able to obtain a Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License. Commonwealth of Massachusetts License in one of the major trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Construction, etc.) is desirable. Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO) certification is desirable. Courses in rules and regulations related to various governing agencies (i.e. NFPA, OSHA, DEP, AHERA, Building Codes, Handicapped Accessibility, Etc.) is desirable. AHERA training must be completed within 1 year of hire. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the School and requirements of the position change.
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Assistant Director, Facilities Operations and Services
  • UMass Lowell
  • Lowell, MA FULL_TIME
  • General Summary of Position: The Assistant Director, Facilities Operations & Services (OS) ensures support of the University commitment for providing quality buildings, grounds and customer services t...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Director of Planning & Facilities Information Systems
  • UMass Lowell
  • Lowell, MA FULL_TIME
  • General Summary of Position: The Facilities Management Department provides comprehensive planning and overall management for all aspects of the facilities and infrastructure of UMass Lowell. The FM De...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Refrigeration Engineer
  • City Facilities Management
  • Burlington, MA FULL_TIME
  • JOB PURPOSEThe Refrigeration Engineer reports to the Refrigeration Engineering Manager and is responsible for the design and preparation of plans and specifications for the installation of supermarket...
  • 20 Days Ago

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EMS Design Engineer
  • City Facilities Management
  • Burlington, MA FULL_TIME
  • JOB PURPOSEThe EMS Design Engineer is primarily responsible to review, design and coordinate the EMS and electrical scope requirements of the Refrigeration, HVAC, Lighting and other building systems a...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Facilities Technician
  • Jeeter
  • Tyngsboro, MA FULL_TIME
  • Facilities Technician DreamFields is one of the top 5 cannabis companies in the industry through our leading #1 pre-roll brand, Jeeter. The company is very passionate about producing world-class marke...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Healthcare Director of Facilities Management - CHFM
  • Talent Search PRO
  • Framingham, MA
  • Job Responsibilities: Provides overall direction and support to Facilities Management Departments. Prepares and maintain...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Facilities Project Manager
  • University System of New Hampshire
  • Durham, NH
  • The primary role and responsibility of this position, under the generaldirection of the Director of Facilities Project M...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Technician
  • Macy's
  • Burlington, MA
  • Salary Range Minimum 20.00 Salary Range Maximum 35.00 Job OverviewThe Engineer is responsible for maintaining the physic...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director 2 - Facilities Operations
  • Sodexo
  • MELROSE, MA
  • Unit Description: You are a strategic, innovative facilities leader ready to help clients optimize their business! Sodex...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director 2 - Facilities Operations
  • Sodexo
  • BOSTON, MA
  • Unit Description: You are a strategic, innovative facilities leader ready to help clients optimize their business! Sodex...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Technician
  • Macy's
  • Burlington, MA
  • Salary Range Minimum 20.00 Salary Range Maximum 35.00 Job OverviewThe Engineer is responsible for maintaining the physic...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Facilities Maintenance Specialist
  • The Country Club
  • Boston, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Position Title: Facilities Maintenance Specialist Position Reports to: Director and Assi...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Facilities Director - Integrated Facilities Management
  • Aramark
  • Manchester, NH
  • Job Description We are looking for a talented Facilities Director to join our team supporting Manchester School District...
  • 3/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lowell is a city in the U.S. Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Located in Middlesex County, Lowell (along with Cambridge) was a county seat until Massachusetts disbanded county government in 1999. With an estimated population of 109,945 in 2014, it is the fourth-largest city in Massachusetts, and the second-largest in the Boston metropolitan statistical area. The city is also part of a smaller Massachusetts statistical area called Greater Lowell, as well as New England's Merrimack Valley region. Incorporated in 1826 to serve as a mill town, Lowell was named after Francis Cabot Lowell, a local fi...
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Income Estimation for Facilities Director jobs
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