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The Chapter maintains a listing of positions that are available and members looking for positions to try to match the two. They would like to hear from any members who are looking for a position or know of a position that needs to be filled. Contact: Eric Connery


Director of Operations

To oversee and provide leadership, direction and control for the building (maintenance, mechanics and custodians) and grounds (roads/walkways, turf/ornamental, athletic fields, motor vehicle repair) maintenance functions for the University. Also assumes that all safety requirements are in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
 
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Present a consistently positive approach to University students and all other internal and external contacts at the University through a manner that is friendly, courteous, helpful, and cooperative at all times.
 
Through effective management and planning techniques, effectively organize a large staff that provides the critical services that enhance the reputation of the University and improve its competitiveness. Hire candidates for all management positions within the department and responsible to approve all other staff hires. 
 
Responsible for effective maintenance and inspection programs which protect and/or enhance the assets of the University as well as monitoring certain construction activities, renovation responsibilities and small building projects. These responsibilities include; monitoring and at times supervising the planning and bidding processes for accuracy, legality and economy for the university; evaluation of insurance for contractors for compliance;
  • communicating with architects, engineers and contractors for the design and execution of projects;
  • assuring quality control of all work done by staff and vendors;
  • assuring federal and state building requirements are followed, especially, Americans with Disabilities Act; and
  • providing analysis for budgets, contracts, and contractor qualifications for University.
Develop, formalize, and implement both short-term and long-term plans, goals, and objectives for the maintenance, housekeeping, grounds and environmental services areas.
 
Serve as liaison between Campus Operations and other departments throughout the University.  Promote positive interaction with University departments and colleges.  Coordinate their needs with the services provided.
 
Research and recommend improvements in building products or systems which will serve to better utilize University and financial resources (i.e. energy systems and labor saving products and methods).
 
Remain up-to-date on all government laws, rules and regulations which affect hazardous chemicals used, generated, handled, disposed, or controlled by the departments under the responsibility of the position and coordinate all University, state and federal safety policies within the buildings and grounds department. Ensure compliance and keep accurate records for the department.
 
Be responsible for budget monitoring, maintenance, analysis and recommendations for all accounts including utilities, capital improvements, infrastructure replacement, minor renovations, and outside services.
 
For more information or to apply please contact
 
Steve Dewey, CPC, Executive Recruiter 
RJS Associates, Inc., 10 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06106
860-278-5840 Ext. 231
860-522-8313-fax
sdewey@rjsassociates.com
 

Maintenance Specialists
  
  
We are seeking Maintenance Specialists experts in various trades which include; Refrigeration, Food & Beverage, HVAC and Health & Safety.
 
Position Summary:
The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for having and delivering expert, trade specific knowledge to both internal and external clients. The Maintenance Specialist also evaluate complicated work tasks, including capital replacements, multi-location projects, and quotable work where the scope goes beyond normal repairs or established not to exceed (NTEs).  Maintenance Specialists will be able to evaluate a Service Provider’s scope of work and related costs to determine fairness and accuracy; the evaluation also includes alternative work scenarios that could lower a client’s cost.  Successful Maintenance Specialists will work quickly to move work through the pipeline, and will have strong communications skills to interact with other internal departments as well as Clients and Service providers. Maintenance Specialists will work with the Sourcing Team to create new trade specific work scopes for new and existing clients as well as the Sales Team on future pilot and roll out programs.
 
Essential Functions:
  • Analyze scopes of works on the basis of work involved, cost, efficiencies, and alternatives
  • Communicate discrepancies or alternatives to appropriate internal employees and client personnel
  • Process quotes in a timely manner
  • Develop alternative scopes of work to save time and money
  • Work with other Sourcing Relations areas to replace poor performing Service Providers, or those that continually present high costs or wasteful scopes of work
  • Provide outstanding customer satisfaction to all internal and external customers
  • Provide reactive and schedule maintenance cost and rates for RFI’s, RFP’s and potential business opportunities.
  • Work with RS MEANS and other pricing cost referencing Data to benchmark the company's pricing model.
  • Assist Field Service Representatives in technical trade expert questions and Maintenance problems that require specific trade information.
  • Assist the Field Service Reps and Service providers in mitigating outstanding and potential problems that will impact the service levels to our clients.
  • Assist the Field Service Reps with training in the company's operation system and SOP’s
  • Develop and execute methods to share domain expertise with other members of the Sourcing Operations team
 
Essential Requirements/Preferred Skills:
  • General contracting work experience
  • Trade license a plus
  • One to two years of customer service, recruitment or inside sales experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Ability to maintain professional relationship with vendors, clients and other associates
  • Ability to multi task and to take the initiative in developing and completing various work tasks
  • Ability to talk on the phone for extended periods of time
  • Has a strong understanding of facilities maintenance issues

Lynn Leikam
913-522-8048
lleikam@everestkc.net
www.premiercorpsearch.com

  

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