Director of Operations and Maintenance

Pacific Lutheran University · Tacoma, Washington, United States

Location
Tacoma
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 21, 2026

Job Description

General Description:

The Director of Operations and Maintenance (equivalent to Chief of Maintenance) is the strategic lead for all university maintenance and operations functions. This role is responsible for the technical integrity of the university’s 24/7 utility infrastructure and the execution of the Asset Lifecycle Management model.
Executive Development Track: This position has a structured 2–5 year professional development track designed to transition the incumbent into an Executive Director-level role. Promotion to the Executive level is contingent upon demonstrated mastery of institutional budgeting, university-wide space policy development, and the leadership of large-scale capital improvements. Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Team Leadership:
    Manage and mentor two primary technical leads: the Plant Engineer & Mechanical Team Lead and the Operations Manager, ensuring alignment between 24/7 utility ...
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