What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Services Manager position at New Mexico Highlands University?
Position Details
Position Information
Position
Technical Services Manager
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Position Summary
Manages, coordinates and supervises minor capital projects; manages and supervises personnel in the following areas : heating, ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) operations; building automation controls operations; electrical distribution operations; plumbing operations; vehicle / heavy equipment / bus charters / CDL drivers, equipment operations and locksmith operations of the Facilities Management Department. Provides the AVP with backup support and assistance as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Capital improvement functions, which include project and personnel management, budget control, business resources, plant operations and utility monitoring.
- Schedules contractor services and manpower levels, and prepares technical work scopes, material usage, and ensures deadlines are met for various projects from start to completion.
- Continually oversees / monitors and updates all university personnel from start to completion of repairs and troubleshooting of issues.
- Works cohesively and affectively with contractors vendors, agencies, and the university community to resolve issues and repairs as they arise.
- Assists in the preparation of RFP's, IFB's and RFQ's to complete various construction tasks.
- Identifies cost-benefit alternative approaches to project implementation.
- Attends meetings on behalf of the AVP for Facilities & Planning.
- Serves on various committees within the university.
- Follows all university policies and procedures and ensures crews do, as well.
- Reviews each project to ensure Building and Mechanical Code Compliance, ADA compliance, OSHA Risk Management considerations, and general university policies and procedures are being met.
- Maintains CAD files for all building floor plans, and prepares, modifies, and plots AUTOCAD files for contractor and user reviews on small projects;
- Ensures all personnel are operating safely and are receiving routine trainings on safety and other trainings as needed.
- Maintains insurance and warranty certificates for current projects;
- Troubleshoots and investigates multiple issues until resolved.
- Assists in processing documentation for filling vacant positions with the areas managed;
- Generates quotes for purchase requisitions for materials, equipment, architectural, engineering and contractor services;
- Procures project materials and services for areas managed and processes invoices for payment for projects managed;
- Provides support and supervises all HVAC, Locksmith, Electrical, Plumbing, Vehicle and building automation system operations;
- Maintains records of employees and work study absences, and verifies accuracy of timesheets for employees assigned. Approves absences and timesheets in accordance with regulations.
- Monitors 45 boilers for service, preventative maintenance and repairs;
- Responds to emergency calls regarding transportation, electrical, plumbing, heating / cooling, locksmith, and project issues on an on call basis.
- Manages a fleet of 42 vehicles, 4 buses, 2 tractors, 2 skid steer loaders and 10 Mini Trucks / UTV's for service, preventative maintenance, and repairs.
- Coordinates the transportation of vehicle assignments and processes trip tickets for departments.
- Works with Accountant to verify and approve monthly billings.
- Manages State of New Mexico Gasoline credit card system that are provided for fueling and servicing vehicles and buses;
- Manages and supervises CDL drivers;
- Develops effective work flows and processes to provide prompt and maximum quality services to the campus community.
- Monitors 44 buildings for plumbing, keying, door functions, ADA entryway compliance services, and assists in overseeing preventative maintenance and repairs at buildings and that buildings are running efficiently and safely;
- Takes immediate steps to address deficiencies;
- Works well and cohesively with other managers in the department to coordinate joint activities;
- Attends trainings and researches to understand issues and obstacles that arise and require attention.
- Oversees water and sewer distribution on campus;
- Coordinate new installations and repairs of various systems and fixtures on campus;
- Oversees work orders are being completed for areas managed;
- Oversees the locksmiths who maintain or repair electromagnetic and swipe card security systems that secure the facilities;
- Manages the distribution of of facility keys to staff / faculty / students per approved key requests;
- Oversees electricians who test equipment and replace circuit breakers and switches to ensure transformers, lighting, and electrical systems are in working order, and schedules automated lighting systems in buildings :
- Coordinates electrician's use of wiring diagrams, blueprints, and other building specifications to plan repair work;
- Monitors on a 24 / 7 / 365 schedule all boilers and chiller alarms for buildings on the Tracer ES system;
- Maintains regular attendance;
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE : Bachelor's degree or must obtain a degree within a year of acceptance in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related field, and three years experience in business and / or a trade.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Physical Demands
Working Environment
Pay Rate
56,076.80
Work Location / Campus Center
Las Vegas, NM Campus
EEO Statement
New Mexico Highlands University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to the University values of diversity, accessibility, excellence, and responsiveness.
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
AS944P
Open Date
02 / 06 / 2025
Close Date
02 / 20 / 2025
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Salary : $56,077
