Director Facilities

Facilities Director - Be the Heart Behind the Building!

Are you a visionary leader who still loves rolling up your sleeves and diving into the action? Do you take pride in creating spaces that leave people speechless the moment they walk in? If so, we've got the perfect opportunity for you!

At UTI's stunning 107,000-square-foot Austin campus, we're looking for a Facilities Director who's equal parts strategic leader and hands-on problem solver. This role is your chance to blend your expertise in building maintenance with your passion for leading teams and driving impactful projects in the technical trade education space.

You'll be responsible for keeping our campus in top-notch condition-something we take immense pride in. You'll lead a dedicated team, ensure safety and security, and collaborate across departments to deliver exceptional service and smart, cost-effective solutions.

If you thrive in dynamic environments, love seeing your work come to life, and want to be part of a mission-driven organization, this is your moment.

Let's build something amazing-together.

What We Offer:

$80,000 - $85,000 per year
• Paid Training
• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
• Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

• What You'll Do:

  • Lead a team managing campus maintenance, renovations, and facility improvements.
  • Oversee preventative maintenance schedules and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards (EPA, OSHA, NATEF, ACCSC).
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and productive environment for students and staff.
  • Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee facility-related budgets.
  • Build and develop a high-performing team through training, performance management, and recognition.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5-7 years of experience in building maintenance.
• 1-3 years of managerial experience
• Licensed and/or certified in one or more of the following areas is preferred; HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or general contractor.

Skills

• Interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written.
• Intermediate level in functional skills; HVAC, painting, electrical, plumbing, welding, safe use of power and hand tools.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential.
• Ability to provide flexible and adaptable work schedules.
• Ability to maintain professional image and work environment.
• Ability to collaborate with Campus Leaders, internal and external partners.
• Ability to organize, plan, prioritize and follow through on work.

Abilities

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 25% or less of the workday.
• Must be able to talk, see, hear, concentrate, think, learn and reason for all of the workday.
• Must be able to sit and walk or otherwise move around for prolonged periods throughout the workday.
• Must be able to use a keyboard and do manual tasks for prolonged periods throughout the workday.

Work Environment

• Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Regular business hours, occasional overtime and travel.
• On Call availability.

It's all about the reputation. 60 years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry leading brands, 16 campuses, 16 technical programs. But it's not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We're on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!

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