Facilities Operations Manager

Overview

Working at Moraine Park Technical College is much more than a job. It’s an opportunity to help influence the future of higher education. At MPTC, we are in a unique position to impact our district communities, and we work diligently to hire candidates with aligned values and extensive skillsets to help move the mission of Moraine Park forward.

Position Summary:

Moraine Park Technical College is seeking a full-time Facilities Operations Manager on our Fond du Lac Campus. The Facilities Operations Manager is responsible for identifying and managing the general facility maintenance for all the College’s owned and leased properties.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities, Operations management, or a related field, or a Master’s Licensed tradesperson required (equivalent combination of education and trades experience may be considered.) and four years of operational and supervisory experience related to buildings and grounds maintenance, physical plant systems, and building operations. This position will have weekly travel to all campus locations in the MPTC district.

Join us at Moraine Park Technical College, where we strive to make a positive difference in the lives of our students!

We will accept applications until the position is filled; however, applicants who apply by October 29, 2026 will be considered in our first review of applicants.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all District daily building operations and maintenance functions related to the interior and exterior conditions and appearance of properties. Manage facilities support for and maintenance of leased facility sites as appropriate.
• Manage District facility operational activities, including snow removal and maintenance contracts and agreements. Prepare bids, review Request for Proposal responses, and decide on facility operation contracts, supplies, and equipment.
• Manage the facilities work order system; audit completion timeliness and quality of services provided.
• Hire, mentor, and supervise assigned employees. Responsible for the performance management, coaching, and ongoing growth and development of direct reports.
• Administer maintenance and preventative maintenance of buildings and system components. Provide long-term planning documentation regarding building component replacements and preventative maintenance schedules, routines, and standardization.
• Oversee and operate computer-controlled Building Automation System equipment. Troubleshoot emergency situations, including boiler and electrical outages, equipment malfunctions, and other problems.
• Provide support to Safety Management as needed to test and maintain all emergency alarm systems such as emergency generators and fire alarm systems. Serve on the Crisis Operations Team providing backup for site security/safety and incident commander roles.
• Provide support and coordination to the facilities department with the location and relocation of staff offices, including telephone, computer, and space/furniture needs.
• Manage the departmental budget and monitor associated expenses for areas of supervision. Provide input for planning and budget development to include current expenses, major equipment, and College Initiative requests. Provide support to the Facilities leadership and team as it relates to capital construction projects.

Experience & Qualifications (in addition to those listed in the summary above):

• Knowledge of general construction specifications and codes.
• Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings, building utility diagrams, and Building Operation Manuals (O&Ms).
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize special projects with routine assignments.
• Knowledge of software applications, including Microsoft Office 365 (Office Suite, Teams, SharePoint, etc.), Computer Maintenance Management System, and building automation systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate clearly and effectively with end users, colleagues, and management to provide a complete and timely explanation of issues and decisions to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers. Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations by promoting and maintaining an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity.

Desired Qualifications:

• Industry-recognized certifications, including Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP) or similar credentials, are highly desirable.
• Forklift experience; certification within 6 months of employment will be required.

Other Position Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including properly lifting 25 lbs. consistently, up to 80 lbs. individually, and 80+ lbs. with assistance. Ability to identify what type and when to utilize mechanical lifting assistance such as hand cart, pallet jack, or forklift.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding, operate various types of lifts and reach above head in order to work on projects.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time. Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme hot and cold temperature ranges, dusty, and dirty work environments to complete job assignments.

Hiring Range: $74,440-$86,352

Starting: Immediately

Workplace Flexibility: Limited work from home upon approval

Hours/Schedule/Travel: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., flexibility required, weekly travel to all campus locations.

Benefits information: Please click here for a summary of our benefits.