Maintenance Manager

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Regular Full-Time St. Paul, MN, US

6 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $89,000.00 To $94,000.00 Annually

Final date to receive applications: 6/29/2026

Salary: $89,000.00 – $94,000.00 per year

This is a full-time position.

About the Role

We are seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Administrator to oversee the operation, maintenance, and long‑term care of our facilities, including the Wilder Center and Lafond Campus. This role is responsible for ensuring buildings are safe, efficient, and well‑maintained while supporting a positive experience for staff, clients, and visitors. The position combines technical expertise with leadership, requiring someone who can manage daily maintenance activities, respond to facility needs, and plan for future improvements.

The Maintenance Administrator leads building operations by troubleshooting and repairing HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role also manages preventive maintenance programs, maintains work order systems, and participates in emergency on‑call rotation. In addition to day‑to‑day operations, the position oversees budgets, reviews invoices, and contributes to long‑term planning for sustainable building use and energy efficiency.

The role includes supervising maintenance staff, coordinating with vendors and contractors, and supporting facility improvement projects.

Job Qualifications

This role requires a combination of education and experience, including a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with at least five years of hands‑on commercial maintenance work and prior supervisory experience. A 2nd Class Engineer’s License is required. Candidates should have strong technical knowledge of building systems, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and experience working in a team‑oriented environment. Additional preferred qualifications include technical training, sustainability credentials such as LEED accreditation, or project management certification.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and inclusive, respectful service delivery, along with the ability to respond effectively to maintenance needs and contribute to a well‑functioning facilities environment.

We offer a whole family centered Total Rewards package, with competitive pay and benefits - including health, dental, basic life, disability, paid leave, 401k with employer match, wellness programs, tuition benefits for eligible academic programs, professional development funding, and employee resource groups. There is no waiting period for benefits. Health and dental coverage begin on your first day of employment for eligible employees.

Eligible federal loans may also qualify for deferment through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Job offers will be contingent on the applicant‘s proof of authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check and/or other required screenings.

Wilder is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Wilder foundation to provide an equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons.