Description

Description - (Regular, Exempt)
Starting Salary Range: $61,932.00 - $77,421.00/annualized, DOQ

Closing Date: 09/18/2025, COB @ 5:00 p.m.

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Evenings and Weekends as needed)

 How to apply: Using the “apply” button on our website, please complete the required online application, upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information.

The City of Manhattan values diversity and draws strength from the diversity of the team. The City is committed to providing opportunities for all employees to succeed by creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. The City is always seeking qualified Minority, Veteran, Women and Disabled applicants to fill available employment vacancies. The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary/Objective
The Building Services Manager oversees the Building Services Division and ensures City facilities under their direction are clean, safe, and operating at a high level of comfort and efficiency. Through a team of building maintenance technicians and custodians under their supervision, the Manager oversees, coordinates, and administers contracts for routine cleaning, building maintenance, and repairs.

Essential Functions
Develops plans and strategies and oversees purchase, maintenance, and upkeep of all items related to building maintenance and custodial duties at assigned facilities.

• Coordinates and/or performs routine inspections of buildings, grounds, and equipment at assigned facilities on a regular basis to identify needed repairs and maintenance.
• Establishes and recommends priorities for repair projects.
• Estimates cost of repair projects. 
• Develops and implements preventative maintenance strategies.
• Manages work order system and assigns work orders, maintaining oversight of overall priority and cost.
• Monitors HVAC operating systems and controls in assigned facilities, reports any issues or repairs needed to the appropriate supervisor, and coordinates needed repairs.
• Understands appropriate building code and licensing/permitting requirements and ensures compliance on all self-performed projects.
• Recognizes and corrects safety concerns and maintenance needs in a timely manner.
  

Supervises performance of building maintenance and custodial staff/supervisors.

• Sets goals and objectives for the division and delegates responsibilities to accomplish the division’s mission. 
• Develop and implement on-going recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of building maintenance and custodial staff. 
• Develops new procedures as needed and assures that established procedures are carried out safely and efficiently; reviews and recommends policy, personnel, and procedural changes. 
• Routinely consults with other division heads and facility managers to establish the level of service required of Building Services staff at each assigned location.
• Hires and trains staff members, as needed.
• Provides supervision and oversight of applicable staff.
• Coordinates schedules of applicable staff.
• Administers City of Manhattan Policies and Procedures in a consistent manner.
• Ensures employees supervised demonstrate productivity, competence, and high morale, as well as utilize employees’ skills and abilities.
• Conducts performance planning and evaluations for employees in a timely manner, to include development of goals, objectives, and deadlines.
• Resolves routine personnel issues or problems.
• Leads and manages staff with clear and consistent communications. 

Advises on the hiring of contractors and bidding of projects to perform certain building maintenance or repair services.

• Prepares bid documents, solicits proposals and quotations, and administers building repair and maintenance contracts. 
• Meets with design professionals, contractors, and vendors as needed to facilitate special projects or repairs at assigned facilities. 
• Review project drawings and plans for new facilities and facility renovation projects. 
• Assist with commissioning of new facilities and administration of punch lists and warranty repairs, as needed.

Prepares and administers annual budget for Building Services Division and contributes to other division facility budgets.

• Identifies and implements cost-saving measures related to building management including procurement practices, service contracts, and energy efficiency. 
• Maintains accurate and timely record of financial transactions. 

Attends appropriate staff and committee meetings.

• Maintains accurate records of work performed including materials, equipment, and personnel hours. Prepares memos and reports on work completed, cost of work, materials used, and labor expended.
• Stays up to date with trends and best practices in building maintenance and facility management, including products, equipment, construction methods, and energy efficient building systems.
• Assists with building repairs, as needed, emphasizing these opportunities for staff training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays – 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Vocational or technical training or degree in construction technology, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or carpentry and five (5) years of building maintenance experience/training including two (2) of those years in a management or supervisory capacity. 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered as meeting the minimum qualifications. 
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Seven (7) years of building maintenance experience/training including two (2) of those years in a management or supervisory capacity.
• Related work experience at a public agency
• Certified Maintenance Manager (or similar building maintenance/facility management certification)
• General Contractor’s license
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Project management and budgeting experience