Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Facilities & Maintenance Manager

Are you seeking a challenging yet rewarding leadership opportunity that will allow you to utilize your experience in facilities and maintenance? If so, apply to the Facilities & Maintenance Manager position with the City of Harrisonburg's Department of Public Transportation! The Facilities & Maintenance Manager position is a full-time exempt position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $34.10 - $37.50 per hour (equivalent to $70,928 - $78,000 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. In this position, you'll perform complex professional, technical, and administrative tasks while overseeing and leading a team responsible for the department's grounds, operations, and activities. The selected candidate will be committed to continuous professional development through self-directed education, networking, and participation in relevant courses, training sessions, and events. Additionally, the Facilities and Maintenance Manager is responsible for :

• Maintaining and managing buildings and grounds, including preventive maintenance, operations, renovations, and housekeeping functions.
• Reviewing and recommending actions on improvements, environmental sustainability, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborating with the Director of Transportation and other supervisors on fiscal planning, contracted services for facility and grounds maintenance and cleaning, building security, pest control, specialized equipment maintenance, and repairs.
• Managing and directing resources effectively in response to natural and human-made disasters.

A detailed list of essential functions and the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities is available in the class specification .

Minimum Qualifications :

Vocational and / or technical training / certification in facilities management, electrical, mechanical, and electronics is highly desired, but not required for consideration. The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results : DMV driving record review; job-specific physical; and criminal background check.

To Apply : In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 09 / 25 / 2025)

The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status. The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.