Building Manager

The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) is the national repository for self-

taught artistry and intuitive thinking.

AVAM seeks an energetic, hands-on Building Manager responsible for the

maintenance of all physical components of the museum’s beautiful campus. The

Building Manager must understand and monitor the campus, while supervising and

directing the performance of supporting staff for facilities, its regular maintenance,

and the technical engineering services required in accordance with operational

objectives. The Building Manager also supervises contractors relating to the fire,

heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems, administering the department’s

short-term and long-range goals and budget as it relates to infrastructure and the

physical plant. Finally, they oversee special projects, all in accordance with the

Museum’s policies and aspirations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct or execute all preventative maintenance programs and necessary repairs.

• Assist in hiring and training maintenance staff, including seasonal employees.

• Maintain schedule for maintenance staff coverage and operational needs at the museum.

• Team with maintenance staff to develop an effective, proactive team that works together to achieve museum objectives.

• Execute or direct all maintenance work orders to ensure that job assignments and work orders are carried out promptly, efficiently, and courteously.

• Maintain the shop and storage areas in a clean, orderly and secure manner.

• Ensure adherence to company safety standards, policies and procedures. Ensure maintenance staff correctly wear and use safety equipment.

• Answer all support requests necessary and in a timely manner.

• Solicit bids for outside contract work and schedules and supervises outside contractors.

• Maintain an adequate inventory of maintenance supplies, materials and equipment.

• Perform regular inspections and maintenance and repair work, as needed.

• Ensure all Facility Rental and Event spaces are prepared for event use.

• Maintain the campus landscaping, exterior needs, and snow removal (on site equipment and secures snow removal contractors).

• Work with CFO/COO and the Capital Committee to execute capital initiatives.

• Ability to be “on call” for emergencies at all times.

• Ability to work on occasional weekends and evenings for Special Events.

• Direct or execute all preventative maintenance programs and necessary repairs.

This is a full-time salaried position reporting to the CFO/COO. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Salary range: $65,000 - $73,000 per year.