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Eastern Oregon University · 19 hours ago

Facilities Operations Manager

La Grande, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$65K/yr - $72K/yr

5+ years exp

Eastern Oregon University is seeking a Facilities Operations Manager to provide operational leadership for campus facilities, infrastructure, utilities, and grounds. The role involves leading skilled trades, maintenance, and grounds staff while ensuring safety and compliance in facility operations.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise skilled trades, maintenance, and grounds staff, including work planning, scheduling, and performance management

Direct daily maintenance and repair activities to ensure safe, functional, and service-ready facilities

Coordinate response to facility incidents and participate in shared after-hours and emergency response coverage

Ensure required inspections, safety protocols, and compliance activities are completed and documented

Partner with Business Operations and Capital Projects staff on budget coordination, procurement support, and facility handover

Utilize the CMMS to manage preventive maintenance, work orders, inspections, and operational reporting

Qualification

Facilities managementMaintenance managementOperational leadershipCMMS platformsRegulatory complianceSupervisory experienceIncident responseSafety protocolsBudget coordinationCommunication skills

Required

Associate degree in facilities management, construction technology, industrial maintenance, engineering technology, business/public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in facilities operations, maintenance management, public works, industrial operations, or a related operational environment

Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience leading skilled, technical, or maintenance staff

Experience responding to operational incidents or emergencies and directing staff under time-sensitive conditions

Demonstrated ability to manage operations in safety-, regulatory-, or compliance-driven environments

Ability to plan, prioritize, and direct daily operational work while maintaining accountability for safety and performance

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Must satisfactorily complete EOU criminal and credential background check. Having a criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Eastern Oregon University will not sponsor applicants for employment visas