Maintenance Service Manager; NORESCO

Position Overview

Maintenance Service Manager – Responsible for coordination of maintenance, repair and replacement (MR&R) activities for central utility plant and campus‑wide distribution systems and controls including heating hot water and chilled water. Fully onsite, First Shift Monday thru Friday at CSU Fresno, CA 5241 N Maple Ave, Fresno, CA 93740.

• Act as primary point of contact for all MR&R activities within scope.
• Coordinate daily, weekly and long‑term maintenance activities with the customer ensuring alignment with campus priorities, outage planning and operational constraints.
• Lead site meetings and planning sessions; assist with annual budgeting for MR&R activities and spare parts.
• Manage subcontractors performing maintenance, repair and replacement work; develop scopes of work, review proposals and support procurement processes.
• Track contractor performance, safety compliance and schedule adherence; ensure quality of work and maintain proper documentation.
• Plan and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs; prepare and submit monthly and annual plans.
• Prioritize and manage backlog of maintenance and repair activities; coordinate major equipment repairs and replacement efforts.
• Ensure system reliability for central plant equipment and distribution systems.
• Primarily onsite at central utility plant environment; may require off‑hours coordination for outages or critical work, interaction with mechanical systems, construction activities and active campus operations.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in central plant operations, O&M, facilities management and controls systems.
• 2+ years of experience managing subcontractors and vendors in an industrial or campus environment.
• Ability to pass federal/state background checks and drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. frequently and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management or related field (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of chilled water and heating hot water systems.
• Experience coordinating work in an active, mission‑critical environment.
• Strong communication and customer‑facing skills.
• Experience in higher education or campus utility systems.
• Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) platforms.
• Familiarity with electrical distribution systems (switch gear, transformers, etc.).
• Background in mechanical systems (chillers, boilers, hydronic systems).
• OSHA training or safety certifications.
• Leadership and accountability in contractor management and coordination.
• Operational planning and prioritization.
• Customer relationship management.
• Problem‑solving in complex systems.

Annual salary $79,000.00 – $, depending on skills, education, experience and other qualifications.

• Health Care Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision;
  Wellness incentives.
• Retirement Benefits.
• Paid vacation days (up to 15 days), paid sick days (up to 5 days), paid personal leave (up to 5 days), paid holidays (up to 13 days).
• Birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
• Tax‑Advantaged Accounts:
  Health Savings Account;
  Health Care Spending Account;
  Dependent Care Spending Account.
• Tuition Assistance.

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other applicable protected class.