Maintenance and Grounds Manager

Maintenance and Grounds Manager

Salary: $82,104.00 - $92,893.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number:

Location:

Walla Walla, WA

Department: BUSINESS SERVICES

Closing:
Continuous

This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by December 28, 2025 at 11:59pm PST
. (See Required Application Materials section for more information)

Walla Walla Community College (WWCC) is seeking applicants for a full‑time Maintenance and Grounds Manager position at the Walla Walla campus.

At Walla Walla Community College, we inspire all students to discover their potential and achieve their goals by providing relevant, equitable, and innovative learning opportunities and services. As an organization, we value learning opportunities, a sense of community, diversity, health and humor, excellence, integrity, teamwork, innovation, personal and professional growth, and sustainability.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Facilities and Capital Projects, the Maintenance and Grounds Manager serves as a first‑line supervisor responsible for the effective oversight and operation of the Maintenance and Grounds Department. This role ensures the proper care, upkeep, and functionality of all college facilities through strategic planning and daily management of department activities.

The Maintenance and Grounds Manager directs day‑to‑day operations, prioritizes tasks, sets project timelines, and coordinates work schedules. Responsibilities include managing department budget, assigning personnel, equipment, and resources; providing instruction on facility repairs and predictive maintenance; and ensuring safe practices in equipment operation, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and handling of hazardous materials. The position also oversees the scheduling, coordination, and documentation of all training related to maintenance services and leads campus snow and ice removal efforts, ensuring safe and uninterrupted campus operations during inclement weather and/or natural disasters.

This position requires moderate expertise in skilled trades including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, locksmithing, carpentry, and landscaping.

• Manage a team of 8‑10 technicians, delegating responsibilities to ensure timely and accurate delivery of preventive, predictive, and on‑call services.
• Ensure team members are properly trained and consistently follow safety protocols and established procedures.
• Develop, direct, and maintain a comprehensive campus‑wide preventive, predictive, and planned maintenance and turf management program, utilizing the institutional work‑order system.
• Establish departmental priorities and coordinate team activities to deliver campus‑wide repair and maintenance services.
• Coordinate with campus stakeholders (faculty, staff, students) to prioritize needs, monitor work progress, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Conduct initial assessments of equipment/system failures and customer complaints; coordinate solutions with stakeholders and implement corrective actions.
• Partner with the Safety Manager to ensure compliance with training and regulatory requirements (local, state, federal).
• Maintain knowledge of major building systems to support technicians and building personnel.
• Direct seasonal campus turf and landscape maintenance plans. Adjust plans as necessary based on soil evaluation.
• Oversee campus irrigation network to balance watering schedules for turf health balanced with water conservation.
• Stay informed on best practices in higher education maintenance support services.
• Administer and optimize the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage activities, including scheduling preventive maintenance, tracking work orders, managing inventory and assets for HVAC, Building Automation System (BAS), and facilities systems;
• Analyze CMMS data to improve efficiency and identify recurring issues; ensure accurate documentation for compliance and reporting; and train staff to effectively utilize the CMMS for operational success.
• Oversee the operation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems to ensure optimal comfort, air…