Building Maintenance Supervisor - Physical Plant
Hiring Department
The University of Texas Permian Basin's Physical Plant welcomes applications for the position of Building Maintenance Supervisor

Salary Range
$68,000.00 depending on qualifications
Essential Functions
The Building Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance operations of campus buildings, ensuring facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained to support the University's academic and operational needs. Reporting to the Director of Grounds & Building Maintenance, the Supervisor manages a team of full-time and temporary staff and coordinates maintenance activities across multiple buildings and systems.
This position plays a critical role in executing maintenance strategies, managing work orders, and ensuring service delivery aligns with institutional priorities and service level expectations. The Supervisor works closely with other campus partners, including Service Delivery, Health & Safety, Housing, and IT, to provide a unified and responsive approach to campus operations.
The role operates in a complex campus environment supporting academic, residential, and event-driven facilities with varying operational demands. This role is both supervisory and hands-on, with the expectation that the Supervisor actively performs work orders, particularly complex, high-risk, or high-priority maintenance tasks that require advanced technical skill or immediate response, to support the team and ensure timely service delivery.

Oversee daily building maintenance operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general repairs.

Assign, prioritize, and monitor work orders through the campus work management system (e.g., Brightly).

Ensure timely completion of both preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.

Monitor building conditions and respond to urgent maintenance needs.

Support maintenance activities for campus events, academic operations, and residential facilities.

Make field-level decisions regarding repair approaches, prioritization, and resource allocation within established guidelines.

Perform complex, specialized, or high-priority maintenance work orders as needed, providing hands-on support to the team and ensuring quality and timely completion of critical tasks.

Supervise, schedule, and direct full-time and temporary maintenance staff.

Provide hands-on leadership, training, and performance management.

Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet workload demands and campus priorities.

Support onboarding and effective utilization of temporary labor resources.

Promote accountability, teamwork, and a strong customer service mindset within the team.

Foster a culture of accountability and teamwork, emphasizing problem-solving, ownership, and a no-blame approach to continuous improvement.

Lead by example through active participation in maintenance activities, setting standards for quality, productivity, and professionalism.

Manage incoming service requests and ensure proper prioritization based on urgency and impact.

Track work order completion, response times, and backlog.

Accountable for work order completion rates, response times, and overall service performance within assigned areas.

Support the execution of service level agreements (SLAs) and performance standards.

Communicate status updates and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure service expectations are met.

Implement and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for campus facilities and systems.

Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities and asset history.

Identify recurring issues and recommend long-term maintenance or replacement solutions.

Assist in identifying deferred maintenance needs and prioritization.

Enforce safety protocols, OSHA standards, and university policies.

Conduct routine inspections to ensure safe working conditions and compliance.

Ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Address and report safety concerns in a timely manner.

Collaborate with campus departments including Housing, IT, Academic Affairs, and Service Delivery.

Coordinate maintenance support for special projects and campus initiatives.

Maintain clear communication with leadership regarding operational status, challenges, and resource needs.

Work closely with other Physical Plant units to ensure a unified approach to campus operations.
Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor's degree*
2. Five (5) years of experience in building maintenance, facilities operations or a related field.
3. Two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience.
4. Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general building systems.
5. Experience managing work orders and exhibiting strong organizational, leadership and communication skills.
* Experience considered in lieu of education
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience in higher education or large campus environments.
2. Trade certifications (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or related fields).
3. Experience with CMMS platforms such as Brightly.
4. Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and asset lifecycle management.
Additional Information
Required Application Materials
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of References
4. Transcripts (Preferred)
5. Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)
Conditions of Employment
1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify.
4. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver's license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record.
5. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
6. UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Schedule
Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 - 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Hours worked may differ with some departments.
Standard Working Conditions
1. Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
2. Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
3. Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
4. Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
5. Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
6. Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation

University Benefits
1. UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
2. Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
3. You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
4. Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
5. Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.

About the University
The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country - full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin - which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.
As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.
Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment.
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