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GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION: Provides leadership, direction, and operational oversight of maintenance services for the Ivy Tech Kokomo Service Area. Responsible for overseeing daily maintenance operations, establishing maintenance priorities, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining the safety, functionality, and condition of campus buildings, grounds, and equipment.
This is a working Director position that combines departmental leadership and direct supervision of maintenance personnel with regular hands-on maintenance responsibilities. The Director is expected to actively participate in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and other field-based activities while maintaining accountability for maintenance operations, staff performance, service delivery, and compliance with applicable safety standards.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establishes and manages maintenance priorities, operational procedures, preventive maintenance schedules, and work standards across the Kokomo Service Area. Provides operational assessments and recommendations to the Executive Director of Operations who retains oversight of capital projects and major renovations.
- Directs and manages daily maintenance operations to ensure facilities remain safe, functional, and properly maintained. Works with the business office to assist with fixed asset information and equipment records as needed.
- Supervises and actively performs preventive and emergency maintenance and repairs involving buildings, grounds, equipment, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry, consistent with training, qualifications, and safety requirements.
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Operations, performs the following:
- Provides leadership and direct supervision of maintenance personnel, including workload management, performance accountability, training, and development. Obtains quotes and assists with bidding and coordination of approved small maintenance projects and contracted services in accordance with college purchasing procedures.
- Opens and secures campus buildings as required.
- Assists with sorting, routing, and delivery of common-carrier shipments as operational needs require.
- Collaborates with the Public Safety lead on building access, keying, security systems, fire sprinklers, and fire alarm system maintenance.
- Ensures college vehicles are maintained in safe operating condition, fueled as needed, and usage records are maintained in accordance with college policy.
- Serves as the primary operational representative at campus or community meetings as assigned by the Executive Director of Operations.
- Follows and enforces applicable environmental protection, workplace safety, and OSHA requirements.
- Advise the Executive Director of Operations when work exceeds available staff capabilities and coordinates approved vendor work.
- Serves as the primary technical resource for maintenance operations while actively performing repairs, troubleshooting equipment, and providing hands-on assistance to maintenance staff. Reviews completed work for quality, safety, and timeliness.
- Conduct employee evaluations, establishes performance expectations, maintains appropriate personnel records, and approves time sheets, overtime requests, and leaves within delegated authority. Coordinates weekend, holiday, and emergency coverage.
- Enforces applicable safety practices and investigates and reports accidents, injuries, and property damage in accordance with college procedures.
- Attend meetings and training appropriate to maintenance operations and supervisory responsibilities.
- Maintains campus key inventory, key issuance and cutting records, and lock codes in coordination with Public Safety.
- Work schedules and days may vary, including response to urgent facility’s needs.
- Promotes an inclusive environment in which students and employees from diverse backgrounds are respected and valued.
- Duties and responsibilities may include lifting and physical exertion guidelines for single-person lifting. A one-time lift or movement of objects may be necessary but may only be performed using accepted lifting procedures and by using extreme caution. If repetitive lifting exceeds the guidelines, seek additional assistance.
Hiring Range
- This position is budgeted at $55,000 to $65,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree with three years of related work experience or industry-related certifications with five years of related work experience and four years of supervisory experience is preferred.
- Must possess technical skills in the areas of computerized maintenance.
- Must have working knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems.
- Experience coordinating maintenance operations and projects preferred.
- Must have a Valid Indiana Driver’s License
Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
Work‑Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
