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The Art Institute of ChicagoPosted 2 weeks ago

Facilities Manager 280 Building

$48,776–$60,965 year

On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States

Full TimeBachelors DegreeLarge

Job Summary

Manage general facility operations in assigned buildings on a day-to-day basis, coordinating with Engineering, Housekeeping, AV, and outside contractors to address needs and improvements. Provide quality customer service through the IRFM Helpline by staffing calls and ensuring efficient, courteous responses to faculty, staff, and student inquiries. Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting for classroom AV resources while managing work orders for classrooms and offices, including supply needs, cleaning, maintenance, repair, moving, event setup, furniture, and audiovisual items. Oversee the creation, installation, maintenance, and repair of wayfinding and communication signage, and supervise a staff of 8-10 student employees each semester, handling hiring, scheduling, training, performance, and termination. Conduct classroom and graduate studio inspections to ensure safety and regulatory compliance, manage hazardous materials, and support logistical needs for academic projects, exhibitions, and installations.

Required Qualifications

  • BA/BFA
  • Two to five (2-5) years of supervisory experience in classroom, facilities, and/or academic support services in higher education
  • Strong mechanical skills, including basic carpentry and the use of power tools
  • Experience operating classroom technology, including video projectors, computers, and media playback devices
  • Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, and other standard office software
  • Ability to complete a respirator certification
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

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