Facilities Maintenance Manager - Augusta Campus - 1686
University of Maine System
The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Facilities Maintenance Manager for its Augusta campus. This position manages the assigned buildings of the campus as well as oversees the grounds and custodial services, which includes developing processes and plans for projects and services. Work is primarily managerial in nature, with overall responsibility for the department's operational policies, procedures, and evaluation of services. It requires comprehensive knowledge of methodologies and principles of the assigned area to effectively manage the assigned services. Duties include: prioritizing the workload, monitoring the energy management system, ensuring compliance with laws and regulatory codes, and other critical duties to support UMA's mission.
This position is designated as an essential position requiring the individual to be able to work during periods of inclement weather and/or campus emergencies.
A full position description can be found online here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k1T4EtoxIM2lK-yGoqiI\_bXYP38NIJW7/view?usp=drive\_link) .
Work schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with occasional overtime hours.
Wage: The starting pay is $27.05 per hour or the University of Maine System (UMS) transfer rate for internal applicants.
Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits (https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/) for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options. View our Benefits Information Summary (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UgrYjp-u\_wTAQRIWQGMXS4RbMfoIN58y/edit?usp=drive\_link&ouid=118418678467207571586&rtpof=true&sd=true) to learn more.
Qualifications:
Required:
+ High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
+ At least ten years of sufficient experience in maintenance, custodial, construction, and/or grounds-related work experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
+ Four years of supervisory or managerial experience
+ Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record/ability to be approved to drive University vehicles
+ Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
+ Ability to work occasional overtime, which may include occasional nights and weekends
+ Ability to lift, carry, and move 50 pounds
+ Ability to establish work priorities and work independently
+ Ability to provide written and oral instructions to others
+ Computer literacy
+ Good organizational and communication skills
This can be a physically demanding position and typically requires: the ability to perform physical activities that require talking, hearing, seeing, considerable and repetitive use of arms and legs, and moving the entire body, such as reaching, standing, walking, grasping, feeling, climbing, lifting, bending, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
Preferred:
+ Snow removal experience
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following documents via the “Apply Now” link:
+ Cover letter
+ Resume
+ Be prepared to provide contact information for three professional references when requested.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.
Review of applications will begin August 14, 2025. Materials received after August 13, 2025, will be considered at the discretion of the university.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
About the University of Maine at Augusta:
UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.
UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Clery Act:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report by clicking on this link: https://www.uma.edu/compliance/annual-security-report/.
About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .
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