Facilities Manager

DRI seeks a Facility Manager to manage the day-to-day maintenance and repair of its Reno NV campus. This position is also responsible for overseeing internal remodel activities and will serve as a key contributor to major construction projects.

Under the general direction of the Director of Facilities the Facilities Manager will manage approximately 12 employees organized into three teams: maintenance building and grounds and custodial. Supervision includes but is not limited to setting maintenance goals and schedules employee evaluations recommend personnel actions and analyze departmental needs that would benefit from additional support. Encourage personal and professional growth for all employees such as classes seminars etc. Motivate crew to work as a team. Monitor departmental performance in response to staff demands. Ensure completion of monthly safety training and compliance with OSHA standards.

The Facilities Manager oversees the planning coordination and completion of day-to-day preventative maintenance program work orders and emergency repairs. This position will also be responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the campus HVAC systems central plant systems building control systems utilities laboratory systems motor pool grounds access control network infrastructure and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). The Facilities Manager is responsible for maintaining yearly service contracts on critical equipment and managing those vendors to ensure they meet deliverables.

The position is also responsible for maintaining department budgets identifying and prioritizing spending on critical repairs assisting in the identification and development of short term and long-term projects.

This position will be based in Reno NV. Travel to the Las Vegas NV campus may be occasionally required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in engineering construction management business or a related discipline from an accredited institution
• Six (6) years facility maintenance experience in a school university laboratory hospital data center manufacturing or construction setting with at least 4 years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.
• Knowledge of common safety protocol and procedures such as LOTO arc flash protection fall protection etc.
• Demonstrated experience supervising skilled trades staff and contractors
• Ability to influence internal/external stakeholders to build consensus without having direct supervising authority over them.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience supervising training and building a collaborative team culture.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook Teams Work Excel PowerPoint etc.).
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal State and local laws codes and regulations as they relate to physical facilities and construction (NEC NFPA IBC UPC UMC etc.); ability to produce read and interpret plans schematics and specifications; and knowledge of materials techniques and procedures used in the fields of carpentry plumbing mechanical and electrical systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Greater consideration will be given to those who possess these skills and attributes:

• Masters degree in engineering construction management business or related discipline
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Software (ERP) for managing employee time off procurement and purchasing
• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for day-to-day preventative maintenance scheduling and work order completion.
• Experience of sustainable energy technologies (photovoltaic solar hot water lighting etc.)
• Any of the following certifications: Certified Facility Manager (CFM) Facilities Management Professional (FMP) Certified Plant Maintenance Manager (CPMM) Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or APPA Leadership program EFP or CEFP

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one by date of hire is required.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as: lifting and moving objects in excess of 50 lbs.; digging excavating planting and pulling wire; climbing ladders and working at heights up to 30 ft; frequently stooping bending kneeling; exposure to dust fumes pollutants chemicals and construction materials.
• Regular work hours for this position are 6:00 am 2:30 pm Monday through Friday but hours may vary during the week. Long and irregular hours may be required on occasion.
• This position is required to be on-call and to respond to after-hours emergencies.

Department Overview

DRIs Facilities Department is responsible for providing essential facilities operation maintenance and construction services for 22 buildings totaling over 364000 square feet spread across 47 acres of land. These campuses house over 40 specialized labs administrative and educational spaces. The Facilities Department operates and maintains central utility systems (backup generators UPS boilers chillers air handlers DI water and building automation systems) and provides in-house laboratory modification renovation and construction services to the site. In addition DRI operates and maintains several renewable energy systems including solar hot water and a 2.1 MW photovoltaic system.

Department Mission

To support the institute through stewardship of infrastructure and properties; to manage energy usage on campus; and to provide whatever services the institute and its faculty need to support their mission.

Department Vision

To be an innovative team that is recognized and respected for fostering a high-quality lasting environment

Department Values

• We exceed expectations
• We do the right thing not the easy thing
• We are committed to continuous improvement
• We validate and incorporate new and effective technologies
• We treat every member of the institute with courtesy dignity and respect

SALARY / BENEFITS

The minimum annual starting salary is $86445 (Admin Faculty D) and is competitive and commensurate with education experience and aligns with similar public academic research institutions. DRI offers a benefits package that includes health dental vision life and long-term disability insurance; including 19.25% retirement match 24 annual leave days beginning balance of 30 sick leave days 12 paid holidays educational benefits and the choice of three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. Additionally there is no state income tax and no social security deduction. This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

Organizational Summary

DRI is a recognized world leader in basic and applied environmental research. Committed to scientific excellence and integrity DRI faculty students who work alongside them and staff have developed scientific knowledge and innovative technologies in research projects around the globe.

Since 1959 DRIs research has advanced scientific knowledge on topics ranging from humans impact on the environment to the environments impact on humans. DRIs impactful science and inspiring solutions support Nevadas diverse economy provide science-based educational opportunities and inform policymakers business leaders and community members.

The position will be based in Reno situated in northwestern Nevada at the base of the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains 25 minutes from Lake Tahoe. Reno boasts 300 days of sunshine and offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor activities ranging from mountain biking hiking fishing hunting whitewater paddling and golfing in the summer and fall to alpine skiing snowboarding and cross-country skiing in the winter.