Facilities Operations Manager, Christian Brothers University

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Requisition #: 633334

Location:

Memphis, TN, US, 38104

Description:

The Facilities Operations Manager is the day-to-day operational leader for campus custodial operations and grounds maintenance at Christian Brothers University. This role is responsible for all custodial operations, grounds services, staffing, quality standards, and project execution across the campus.

This position requires prior experience operating within a higher education environment. The successful candidate understands the unique rhythms, expectations, and stakeholder dynamics of a college campus and can lead facilities operations accordingly.

Location: Christian Brothers University – Memphis, TN
Employer: Aramark Facilities Management
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Day Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time | Salaried
Compensation Range: $75,000 – $90,000 yearly salary
Incentive: 10% annual bonus eligible

COMPENSATION
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The salary range for this position is $75,000 – $90,000. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS
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Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

For more information about Aramark benefits,  Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

• Custodial & Campus Facilities Operations
  • Lead all custodial services across campus, ensuring buildings meet higher-education cleanliness, safety, and presentation standards
  • Manage staffing plans, schedules, and coverage aligned to academic calendars, residence life, and campus events
  • Plan and execute summer residence hall turnover ("flip"), deep cleaning, and intersession projects
  • Conduct routine inspections and audits; resolve deficiencies quickly and professionally
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Manage, coach, and hold accountable frontline custodial staff and supervisors
  • Oversee hiring, training, performance management, and corrective action
  • Maintain consistent standards for attendance, productivity, and service quality
• Grounds Oversight
  • Oversee the grounds and athletic fields program
  • Manage vendor performance, schedules, and service delivery to meet campus expectations
  • Address performance issues promptly and decisively
• Financial & Administrative Management
  • Oversee payroll, inventory, budgeting, and cost controls
  • Monitor labor and supply spend and manage within approved budgets
  • Ensure accurate reporting and documentation
• Client & Relationship Management
  • Serve as the primary facilities operations contact for university administration, housing, athletics, and facilities leadership
  • Communicate clearly, respond quickly, and build trust through consistent execution
  • Anticipate needs and resolve issues before escalation

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

3-5 years of experience managing facilities or custodial operations in a higher education environment

• Proven experience leading frontline teams and supervisors
• Demonstrated success managing:
• Custodial programs
• Staffing models and schedules
• Quality standards and inspections
• Seasonal campus projects (e.g., summer turnover)

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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