Manager Building Trades - Auxiliary Services
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
Full-time
Management
Posted on April 15, 2024
Salisbury University, a member of the University System of Maryland, is a regionally accredited four-year comprehensive institution offering 62 distinct graduate and undergraduate programs. Located on the historic Eastern Shore, SU's beautiful campus is some 30 miles from the Atlantic beaches and 2.5 hours from Baltimore and Washington, D.C.
Salisbury University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Manager Building Trades – Auxiliary Services in the Physical Plant Department.
Primary Job Duties: Provide supervision, leadership and training, project management, and technical expertise in the area of the Carpentry, Painting, and Mechanical trades performed on campus to ensure a safe and healthy learning, living and working environment. Provides management and oversight for carpentry, painting, and mechanical services for the auxiliary facilities contributing to the over 2.5 million gross square feet (GSF) of residence halls, academic buildings, athletic and recreation complexes, dining services, library services, research and other University facilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Business or related field plus 5 years’ experience performing carpentry, painting, or maintenance duties, three (3) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.
OR
High School/GED and certification as a CEFP through APPA plus 7 years progressively responsible experience performing carpentry, painting, or maintenance mechanical work, five (5) of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity. Successful candidate must obtain the CEFP certification within two (2) years of hire date.
Journey level or equivalent experience as a carpenter, painter, or a building trade is required.
Valid driver’s license with 5 points or less is required.
Must have knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe working practices. Ability to read/interpret/review construction drawings, submittals, specifications, and schematics. Must be detail-oriented and have excellent interpersonal, customer service, organization and planning, prioritization, problem-solving, follow through, time management, and oral and written communication skills. Must also be flexible and possess the ability to successfully handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and work well under pressure, work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Certification as a CEFP through APPA is preferred (required if no degree). Completion of APPA Leadership Academy or Institute is preferred.
This is a full-time, exempt State position with a full benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is considered essential and may be called upon to provide emergency coverage when necessary.
Visit our website www.salisbury.edu/hr/careers/ to apply online and submit a cover letter and resume by February 28, 2024, to be given full consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Only applications submitted through Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any other documents, including a cover letter, must be uploaded with your online application. No documents will be accepted via e-mail. Three professional references will be requested and required before the final stages of the search. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.
Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our institution, today and in the future. To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit www.salisbury.edu/equity/.
Salisbury University is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Manager Building Trades – Auxiliary Services in the Physical Plant Department.
Primary Job Duties: Provide supervision, leadership and training, project management, and technical expertise in the area of the Carpentry, Painting, and Mechanical trades performed on campus to ensure a safe and healthy learning, living and working environment. Provides management and oversight for carpentry, painting, and mechanical services for the auxiliary facilities contributing to the over 2.5 million gross square feet (GSF) of residence halls, academic buildings, athletic and recreation complexes, dining services, library services, research and other University facilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Business or related field plus 5 years’ experience performing carpentry, painting, or maintenance duties, three (3) years of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.
OR
High School/GED and certification as a CEFP through APPA plus 7 years progressively responsible experience performing carpentry, painting, or maintenance mechanical work, five (5) of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity. Successful candidate must obtain the CEFP certification within two (2) years of hire date.
Journey level or equivalent experience as a carpenter, painter, or a building trade is required.
Valid driver’s license with 5 points or less is required.
Must have knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe working practices. Ability to read/interpret/review construction drawings, submittals, specifications, and schematics. Must be detail-oriented and have excellent interpersonal, customer service, organization and planning, prioritization, problem-solving, follow through, time management, and oral and written communication skills. Must also be flexible and possess the ability to successfully handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously and work well under pressure, work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Certification as a CEFP through APPA is preferred (required if no degree). Completion of APPA Leadership Academy or Institute is preferred.
This is a full-time, exempt State position with a full benefits package. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position is considered essential and may be called upon to provide emergency coverage when necessary.
Visit our website www.salisbury.edu/hr/careers/ to apply online and submit a cover letter and resume by February 28, 2024, to be given full consideration. The position will remain open until filled. Only applications submitted through Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any other documents, including a cover letter, must be uploaded with your online application. No documents will be accepted via e-mail. Three professional references will be requested and required before the final stages of the search. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.
Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our institution, today and in the future. To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit www.salisbury.edu/equity/.
