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Manager, Facilities and Fleet

Metropolitan Council
$108,555.20 - $176,196.80 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, St. Paul
Sep 23, 2025
WHO WE ARE We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Join an award-winning wastewater industry leader in protecting our environment! Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (ES) operates and maintains the wastewater collection and treatment system in the Twin Cities metropolitan region. It also provides coordinated long-range water resources and supply planning, and air and water quality monitoring to meet future needs. ES treatment plants consistently earn state and national awards for complete compliance with their environmental permits. ES received a Governor's Award as a Great Place to Work. To find out more about the Environmental Services division, please click on the link for more information: https://metrocouncil.org/Wastewater-Water.aspx. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: The Manager, Facilities and Fleet will be responsible for facilities and fleet management operations for Metropolitan Council Environmental Services. They will be responsible for the development and implementation of maintenance, improvement and compliance programs related to the continuous operation of ES treatment facilities, buildings, and grounds located in Ramsey, Dakota, and Scott counties and a fleet comprised of 250+ ES-owned vehicles. In addition, the person in this role will be responsible for effective management and utilization of resources including staff. This position requires travel to different work facilities that are not accessible by public transportation. What you would do in this job Provide direct supervision to Plant Operators, Treatment Services Vehicle Mechanics, and Fleet Administrators, including daily work direction, performance management, coaching, counseling, and discipline. Manage and direct work programs for the maintenance of Treatment Services buildings, HVAC, plumbing, computer network and alarm systems as well as landscaping and parking areas. Prepare budgets, bid specifications, and work scopes for contracted maintenance activities. Work collaboratively with Contracts and Procurement department to solicit goods and contracts for services. Actively manage all Treatment Services maintenance contracts. Manage maintenance and vehicle shop operations, including a variety of scheduled equipment set up activities, preventative and routine maintenance activities and emergency/unscheduled maintenance tasks for Treatment Services. Ensure proper identification and disposal of hazardous substances encountered or resulting from operations. Provide fleet services that address and satisfy customer needs as well as policy initiatives within established budgetary parameters. Manage Treatment Services fleet maintenance and fuel management programs as well as tracking vehicle usage per Internal Revenue Service regulations and Council policies. Develop and utilize reporting systems for management of fleet assets, fuel consumption, and vehicle tracking. Participate as key contributor to ES Asset Management programs and makes recommendations as appropriate. Partner with ES department managers to prepare annual fleet budget and bid specifications; coordinate with Contracts and Procurement to make purchases and procure services. Ensure proper management of parts and equipment supply chain and payments to vendors through coordination with Contracts and Procurement and Accounts Payable departments. Prepare and present information concerning operational effectiveness and service levels to Maintenance Director and the ES management team. Related duties as assigned. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) Any of the following combinations of education (in Building/Property Maintenance or related program) and years of progressively responsible experience in fleet and/or facilities management including budgeting, asset management, vehicle procurement and/or facilities contract management. Master's degree and 5 years of experience, including 3 years in a supervisory/management position. Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience, including 3 years in a supervisory/management position. Associate's degree and 9 years of experience, including 3 years in a supervisory/management position. High school diploma/GED and 11 years of experience, including 3 years in a supervisory/management position. Experience should include utilizing work, asset, or fleet management system(s). Supervisory/management experience should include direct supervision providing work direction, performance management, coaching, counseling and discipline. License: Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): Current or very recent experience in Fleet Management or Facilities Management. Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) certification. Certification in Facilities Management. Experience in facility or fleet management in wastewater treatment and utility. Experience in heavy industrialized settings. Experience using Oracle Utilities Work and Asset Management. Skill with managing diverse work groups and promoting an organizational culture which values versatility and continuous improvement. What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job: Knowledge and experience in wastewater treatment, utility or heavy industrial, equipment and facility maintenance programs and procedures. Strong knowledge and understanding of industrial, OSHA safety principles and practices. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from divergent groups including employees, vendors, and executive management. What you can expect from us: We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement. We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! Additional information Union/Grade: MANA/Grade K FLSA Status: Exempt Safety Sensitive: No Working Conditions: Work is regularly performed in a normal office environment but may require occasional outdoor work with exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Work requires occasional local in-state travel by car to visit different facilities. May occasionally travel by air out of state for training and conferences. Work is occasionally performed near moving parts or equipment, in high, precarious places and wet, humid conditions. Position is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and occasionally to toxic or caustic chemicals. There is occasional exposure to vibrations and risk of electrical shock. Position is regularly exposed to moderate noise. What steps the recruitment process involves: We review your minimum qualifications. We rate your education and experience. We conduct a structured panel interview. We may conduct a computer-based assessment. We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety-sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor, and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety-sensitive position) and criminal background checks if the job you're applying for is safety-sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us .