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Perry Technical Institute · 9 hours ago

Facilities Manager

Main Campus - Yakima, WA 98903

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$30/hr - $35/hr

5+ years exp

Perry Technical Institute is seeking a Facilities Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Facilities Department. The role involves supervising staff, managing budgets, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining a functional campus environment.

Education Management

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Delegate day-to-day staff supervision to managers or supervisors, while providing oversight to ensure they effectively lead their teams and that operations align with departmental goals

Manage day-to-day operations in the areas of maintenance, grounds, and custodial, and create and maintain safe, functional, secure, clean, and orderly facilities to ensure efficient and economical operation

Oversee FMX work order system, review, coordinate, schedule, and assign requests, and monitor work in progress to ensure timely and satisfactory completion

Oversee preventative maintenance programs for buildings, grounds, mechanical, electrical, utility, and safety and security systems

Assist with events on campus, including coordination, setup, during event activities, and clean-up to ensure requester needs are met

Actively respond to emergencies as needed regarding the operational aspects of the facilities such as HVAC issues, fire alarm malfunctions, electrical outages, water leaks, flooding, etc. during and after business hours

Manage the Facilities Department budget by planning, monitoring, and controlling expenditures related to equipment, supplies, utilities, and contracted services. Ensure purchases are cost-effective and aligned with operational needs

Identify opportunities for cost savings, better efficiency or other improvements

Assist in overseeing procurement and vendor relations for custodial supplies, building maintenance, grounds, equipment, software, and service contracts (e.g., HVAC, landscaping, pest control)

Research vendors, negotiate contracts, and track service performance

Ensure that buildings, grounds, equipment, and supplies are maintained, serviced, and replaced when necessary

Assist the Vice President of Facilities & Safety in office and department relocations

Ensure that policies, decisions, procedures, and activities are effectively communicated to the department

Ensure all facilities operations, staff activities, and departmental procedures follow applicable safety regulations and institutional policies, including local and state code, OSHA, fire code, hazardous materials handling standards, etc

Participate in annual hazardous waste reporting and ensure proper storage, labeling, and disposal of hazardous materials in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Coordinate and provide the required safety training for Facilities staff, including but not limited to: hazardous materials handling, PPE use, lockout/tagout procedures, ladder safety, emergency response, equipment operation, etc

Provide ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities to team members; offer regular performance feedback to support growth, reinforce expectations, and address areas for improvement

Perform all other supervisory duties as required

Assist the Vice President of Facilities & Safety in maintaining a safe and compliant work environment by enforcing safe work practices, monitoring safety protocols, and responding to safety concerns in a timely manner

Assist the Vice President of Facilities & Safety with monitoring weather conditions and determining when to call maintenance technicians in to remove snow and ice from parking lots, sidewalks, and buildings, during and after business hours

Medium to heavy work requires prolonged or repeated use of hands and wrists, standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50lbs

Provide administrative support to the Vice President of Facilities & Safety

Have good attendance and the ability to work well with others

Communicate effectively and interface with staff, faculty, students, and vendors in a professional and approachable manner

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Facilities ManagementBudgetingTeam LeadershipMicrosoft Office SuiteBuilding Systems KnowledgeCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTime Management

Required

Associate degree or applicable certificate of completion from an accredited career school. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Five years' experience in facilities management; or a related field

Documented experience supervising and leading a team

Documented experience in budgeting, financial planning, and cost control

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software applications

Will on occasion be required to drive on behalf of Perry Technical Institute. Employee must possess a working vehicle, hold a valid driver's license, have an acceptable driving record, and produce proof of insurance

Must be willing to submit to a drug test

Must be able to read, speak, and effectively communicate in English

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field

Microsoft Office Certification

Proven leadership experience supervising maintenance, custodial, and grounds teams, with strong organizational and communication skills

Documented experience with building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and preventive maintenance programs; certifications such as CFM or FMP are a plus

Familiarity with facility management software such as FMX, CMMS platforms, or similar systems for work order tracking and maintenance planning