Manager, Maintenance Engineering

Closing Date:
11/10/2026
Type of Position:
Facilities Management and Services

Workstudy Position:

No
Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.

Department:
Facility Operations & Maintenance Support

Department's Website:

https://fama.uark.edu/
Summary of Job Duties:
The Manager, Maintenance Engineering works within the Operations Support division to provide contractual tools, technical expertise, and program management in a wide array of areas supporting the Directors of Facility Operations and Utility Operations. Responsibilities include development and management of service contracts necessary to support campus operations including, but not limited to, fire suppression systems, elevators, HVAC service contracts, utility plant service contracts, and other contractual tools necessary to streamline the execution of maintenance projects. Additionally, the position is responsible for the development of facility and utility operations' related policies and procedures. The Maintenance Engineering manager will act as liaison between the operations team and the capital construction teams. This will include providing technical recommendations to the U of A design standards, facilitating drawing reviews from operations staff that are timely and thorough, and coordinating walk-throughs with the project managers and maintenance staff during project turnover. The position will also develop, maintain, and prioritize the Capital renewal and deferred maintenance plan as well and coordinate closely with the CMMS administrator and directors to optimize the departments' preventive maintenance program and utilization of the CMMS system.

Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, (electrical, mechanical, or related discipline)
• 4 years or more of experience in facilities maintenance, operations, or utilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered professional engineer
• 4 or more years of supervisory experience
• Experience in higher education facility operations, maintenance, or utilities.
• Familiarity with FAMIS, UA's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally in writing, not only with staff, but with deans, directors, department heads, etc
• Familiarity with Facility Management processes and organization
• Knowledge of capital planning and budgeting
• Knowledge of general construction practices and building codes
• Knowledge of performance-based service contract practices
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance best practices
• Knowledge of FAMIS and its capabilities

Qualification Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status, Resume

Optional Documents:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Michael Hoffman

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
Yes