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Department Summary:

Student Life Facilities partners with Housing, Dining, University Unions, Recreational Sports, and other Student Life units to provide exceptional residential, recreational, and learning experiences for students at the University of Michigan. The department employs approximately 290 staff members and manages a diverse portfolio including 3 university unions, 9 residential dining halls, 18 retail locations, 18 residence halls serving ~9,500 undergraduates, and apartments for 1,500 graduate students and families. Student Life Facilities comprises four directors overseeing daily operations, capital projects, and trades & system management. The department's goal is for all infrastructure to function reliably and efficiently.

Position Summary:

The Area Maintenance Coordinator (AMC) provides essential technical support to the operation of Student Life Facilities. The position identifies, develops, and executes operational and capital projects, administering budgets up to $50,000 per project. The AMC collaborates with maintenance mechanics, skilled trades, design professionals, building and administrative leadership, and contractors to ensure seamless service to residents while minimizing disruption. Functional oversight is provided for up to 35 maintenance mechanics, including training, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting support.

Operations - 40%

• Plan, implement, and monitor facilities maintenance and related auxiliary service activities.
• Provide functional supervisory responsibility for maintenance mechanics; assess training needs and coordinate programs.
• Conduct hands-on testing for hiring and certification (MM3) processes.
• Prepare and coordinate periodic and special reports on operations, costs, and facility programs. 
• Assess and maintain preventative maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and security standards; liaise with Plant Operations, Utilities, and other campus programs.
• Respond to inquiries and resolve facility-related issues, supervising technical investigations of complex systems.

Operations Projects - 40%

• Assess needs and propose operational and maintenance projects.
• Evaluate and prioritize funding requests; plan, specify, bid, schedule, and coordinate projects.
• Establish budgets, track expenses, address exceptions, and evaluate contractors.

Capital Projects - 20%

• Provide operational insight on system and equipment design and specifications.
• Coordinate investigative work to identify existing building conditions and issues.
• Act as the owner's representative for design, construction, commissioning, and staff training.
• Participate in long-term facilities planning and provide recommendations for improvements.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in institutional/facility management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years progressive direct responsibility in facilities MEP project management.
• Knowledge: Institutional building maintenance, heating/cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems; building envelope and system assessment; UM policies and procurement procedures.
• Specialized Skills/Tools/Technology: Building Automation Systems (BAS), Microsoft Office, database management; ability to plan and administer operational activities including HVAC, mechanical, and electrical programs.

• Experience as a building engineer/operator.
• Degree or classroom experience in engineering.
• Knowledge of energy conservation principles.
• Experience in institutional residential facilities.
• Functional knowledge of Siemens Apogee DDC systems.
• Progressive project budgetary management experience (5+ years).

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Position Responsibilities Criteria (leadership and behavioral qualities expected in this position):

• Demonstrates personal and professional commitment to diversity and cultural understanding.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and navigate organizational change effectively.

Financial/Budgetary Responsibility:

• Administers and tracks budgets for individual operational projects up to $50,000.
• Evaluates funding requests, tracks expenses, addresses exceptions, and assesses contractors.

Working Conditions:

• Typical schedule is 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening or weekend work required during low building operations.
• Must be available by phone outside normal hours to respond to urgent operational needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Must traverse significant distances and ascend/descend stairs and ladders to access equipment.
• Repositioning, twisting, and moving equipment may be required.

Direct Reports:

• None

Additional Information

This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Relocation will not be offered for this role.

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Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.