Building Maintenance Manager in Alma, Michigan at Commercial Bank

The Building Maintenance Manager is responsible for maintaining safe, clean, and efficient facilities across 11 branch/office locations, with a home base in Alma, and use of a company vehicle for work related travel only. This role combines hands-on building maintenance with vendor and contract management for services such as snow plowing, salting, lawn care, and other facility needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Included but are not limited to:

· Plan, perform, and coordinate day-to-day building maintenance across all locations, including minor plumbing, heating, cooling (HVAC), and general building repairs.

· Negotiate, manage, and review contracts for facility services (e.g., snow removal, salting, lawn care, landscaping, pest control, cleaning, etc.), ensuring quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

· Serve as primary point of contact for maintenance vendors and contractors; obtain quotes/bids, compare proposals, and recommend vendor selections.

· Determine when repairs can be completed in-house versus when to engage outside vendors; coordinate and oversee major repairs and projects to completion.

· Travel regularly to approximately 11 branches/locations to perform inspections, complete

· routine maintenance, and respond to repair requests and emergencies.

· Use a company vehicle (stationed at the Alma location) for all work-related travel; vehicle must remain at the Alma site when not in use for work.

· Monitor building systems and conditions to identify issues early and implement preventive maintenance that reduces downtime and costs.

· Seek and implement ways to reduce building operating expenses (e.g., energy, maintenance contracts, supplies) while maintaining safety and service levels.

· Maintain basic records of maintenance activities, vendor work, inspections, and repairs to support budgeting, safety, and regulatory compliance.

· May be required to work after business hours if an urgent repair is needed.

· Primary contact for Alma Masonic Temple the landlord for the Alma Loan Production office

Job Qualifications & Requirements

· Prior experience in building or facilities maintenance, preferably with responsibility for multiple sites.

· Working knowledge of basic plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general building repair practices (not licensed-trade level, but capable of minor repairs and troubleshooting).

· Experience negotiating and managing service contracts and working effectively with vendors and contractors.

· Strong organization and time-management skills; able to prioritize work across multiple locations and respond to urgent facility needs.

· Ability to lift, carry, climb, and perform physical maintenance tasks as needed.

Driving & Compliance Requirements

· Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; eligible to operate a company vehicle under company and insurer standards.

· Willingness to use the company vehicle only for work-related travel; vehicle must remain at the Alma location when not in use for work.

· Must pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policy.

Education/Certification/Licensing:

· High School Diploma/GED required.

· 3-5+ years of maintenance or facilities management experience

· Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing)

· Ability to read blueprints and technical manuals

Physical Demands

· Ability to frequently walk, stand, and move between branch locations

· Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds

· Frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to inspect or address maintenance issues

· Ability to climb ladders and work at heights when needed

· Manual dexterity to operate tools, equipment, and computer systems

· Visual ability to identify maintenance and safety concerns

· May be exposed to varying temperatures and weather conditions when traveling between locations or working outdoors

· Ability to respond to emergency situations, which may require extended hours or quick mobility

Work Environment

· Travel between branch locations as needed

· Combination of office coordination and on-site visits

· May require occasional after-hours response for urgent issues.