Building and Mechanical Operations Manager Forest Preserves of Winnebago County Rockford, IL Job Details Full-time $74,880 - $112,320 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Fabrication Operations management Mechanical fabrication Mechanical design English Project leadership Mechanical troubleshooting Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Building and Mechanical Operations Manager to lead our facilities maintenance and mechanical systems team. This individual manages the day-to-day equipment and facility repair needs of the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County. Responsibilities include scheduling and overseeing repairs, preparing equipment specifications, providing hands-on mechanical and facility repairs as needed. Requires management of mechanic and technician positions. This role also requires fabrication, trouble shooting, and project design skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Manage shop operations, schedule work, record repairs and purchase stock to ensure effective daily operations. Provide fabrication and mechanical support for special projects as needed. Ensure all operations follow risk- management and safety guidelines. Train, supervise, and evaluate Building and Mechanical Operations staff in accordance with policies and procedures. Perform troubleshooting ,repairs, overhauls, or rebuilds of mechanical equipment as necessary. Conduct assessments and make repairs on buildings, gates, and bridges. Perform building and electrical repairs as needed. Operate heavy trucks and equipment as required. Manage outside contractors, including project specifications, scheduling, and project review, ensuring work meets or exceeds specifications on assigned projects. Proven management experience supervising facilities maintenance or mechanical operations teams in an industrial or commercial setting. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Excellent communication skills in English; ability to prepare detailed reports and coordinate effectively with team members and external contractors.

Pay:

$74,880.00 - $112,320.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person