U.S. National Whitewater Center - Charlotte, NC
posted 5 months ago
The Facility Maintenance Manager at the U.S. National Whitewater Center is a pivotal role responsible for leading a dedicated team that inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains the various equipment and facilities at the center. This position is essential in ensuring a high-quality guest experience, as the center operates year-round with high levels of traffic and extensive operating hours. The Facility Maintenance Manager will work on-site full-time and will report directly to the Facilities Operations Manager. In this role, the manager will maintain, inspect, and repair all features of the facility, effectively managing a dynamic task list and an extensive preventative maintenance schedule. The ability to adapt and respond to immediate needs as they arise is crucial. Responsibilities also include scheduling work orders, planning projects, and managing related inventory. The manager will operate vehicles, tractors, and other heavy equipment, and assist with various building, construction, and improvement projects, which may include plumbing, electrical, mechanical, woodworking, and general housekeeping tasks. Additionally, the manager will coordinate safety meetings and manage schedules and relationships with various contractors, ensuring that all maintenance activities align with safety and operational standards. The Facilities Department, which the Facility Maintenance Manager is part of, is responsible for facility maintenance, water quality, construction, landscaping, and trail development. This department oversees inspections, repairs, maintenance, and safety of the Whitewater Center's activities and infrastructure, contributing to the overall mission of promoting access and opportunities for outdoor play and community engagement.