Maintenance Supervisor

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The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our team!

At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as well as forward‑thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.

Salary Range: $59,588.00 - $79,451.00 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: On‑Site

• Generous Time Off: 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage:
  Comprehensive medical plans covering preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits:
  Health savings, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance. Retirement options.
• Further Your
  
  Education:
  
  Twelve waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus.
• Wellness & More:
  Programs aimed at achieving your best self and additional benefits through CU Advantage.
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This position is a Field Supervisor and reports directly to the Trades Manager. The role leads, supervises, and works alongside the work group in carpentry, painting, locksmithing, and general maintenance, ensuring high‑quality service delivery, supporting strategic maintenance planning, upholding campus sustainability and safety standards, and handling snow and ice removal, emergency response duties, and timekeeping and leave approvals.

• Lead by example and supervise daily operations.
• Ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations and update position descriptions.
• Address personnel issues promptly per HR policies.
• Promote staff development through training and mentorship.
• Monitor work quality and timeliness with continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with campus clients and vendors.
• Use CMMS (TMA
  7) to manage and track work orders and maintenance data.
• Respond to campus emergencies and lead team response efforts.
• Collect and use deferred maintenance and Facility Condition Index (FCI) data to determine maintenance requirements and strategies.

• Oversee, perform, and assist with routine, preventive, and complex maintenance tasks including carpentry, painting, locksmithing, and general repairs.
• Collaborate with team members to complete work orders efficiently.
• Communicate progress and completion clearly to stakeholders.
• Provide input and estimates for larger maintenance projects.
• Offer technical support and creative problem‑solving to assist team success.

• Recommend process and equipment improvements for efficiency.
• Serve as a technical resource for planning, design, and construction teams and other projects.
• Manage purchasing for the work group within budget constraints.
• Review and audit work orders for accuracy and chargeback compliance.
• Process vendor invoices and maintain procurement card records following policy.
• Develop and submit proposals for larger projects to assist Facilities and campus stakeholders in planning, budgeting, and decision‑making.

• Perform snow and ice removal duties, operating vehicles and equipment to clear walkways, entrances, and roadways.
• Apply ice‑melt or other treatments to maintain safe conditions.
• Respond to campus within 30 minutes of any…