Location: Albany, NY Category: Facilities Job Type: Full-Time Posted On: Mon Jun 1 2026 Job Description:
Position Summary, Manager of Facilities Operations- UPW/WWT
The Facilities Ultra-Pure Water/Wastewater Treatment Supervisor will supervise the UPW/WWT and Bulk Gas crews and manage the efficient operation of facility systems to support the mission and goals of NY Creates and the site.
Key Responsibilities
Manage assigned personnel effectively to meet 24/7 facility coverage and maintain facility goal of 99% uptime for UPW/WWT, Bulk Gas and other related systems and equipment
Manage assigned personnel effectively to meet 24/7 facility coverage and maintain facility goal of 99% uptime for UPW/WWT, Bulk Gas and other related systems and equipment. Maintain performance specifications for UPW/WWT, Bulk Gas and related support systems.
Plan, assign and distribute work orders and work requests. Supervise maintenance, repair and related construction activities. Maintain records and files; prepare reports, perform material and labor estimates. Provide effective time management and mentoring environment by delegating tasks to staff members.
Implement comprehensive PM programs for facility equipment in our CMMS system. Assist and support the training of existing and new staff members in the CMMS. Assist and support the training of existing and new staff members in various other trade related systems and programs (i.e. SCADA, Allen-Bradley, etc.).
Establishes, assigns and adjusts work methods and procedures to meet schedules using knowledge of capacities and capabilities of personnel and equipment. Initiates measures to improve methods, equipment performance and quality of work. Trains and instructs employees in new methods or procedures. Provide technical assistance to mechanics and inspects work in process to insure its completion within allotted time limits and for acceptable quality standards.
Maintains records and files, including the approval of time sheets and paid-time-off, and submits as required. Responsibility for identifying correct stock levels of repair or replacement parts.
Coordinates with suppliers, contractors, engineers, in-house staff and others concerning equipment operations and maintenance. Maintains records of outside contractors and maintenance personnel and oversees work by outside contractors as directed.
Maintain performance specifications for UPW/WWT, Bulk Gas and related support systems; plan, assign and distribute work orders and work requests
Supervise maintenance, repair and related construction activities; maintain records and files
Prepare reports, perform material and labor estimates; implement comprehensive PM programs for facility equipment in FAMIS/CMMS system
Train new and existing staff members in FAMIS/CMMS and other trade related systems and programs (i.e. SCADA, Allen-Bradley, etc.)
Initiate process improvement measures regarding methods, equipment performance and quality of work;
Train employees in new methods or procedures
Provide technical assistance to mechanics and inspect work in process to insure completion within allotted time limits and acceptable quality standards
Ensure budgeting guidelines are met and prioritize expenditures maintain budget
Assist in the preparation of capital and operations budgets
Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, engineers, in-house staff and others concerning equipment operations and maintenance
Maintain records of outside contractors and maintenance personnel and oversee work by outside contractors as directed
Interpret policies to assigned personnel and enforce safety regulations and adherence to required codes and standards
Promote EHS training requirements for assigned personnel
Perform employee evaluations and performance plans as necessary
Other reasonable duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications, Manager of Facilities Operations- UPW/WWT
Associate's degree OR technical trade certification from a college or university accredited by the U.S. Department of Education or an internationally recognized accrediting organization AND a minimum of 5 years of Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) / Wastewater Treatment (WWT) experience, including 5 years of supervisory experience in a facility operations environment OR a minimum of 10 years of UPW/WWT experience, including 5 years of supervisory experience in a facility operations environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS); experience with related technical systems preferred
Strong interpersonal, communication, and technical writing skills, with the ability to clearly document and convey information
Ability to work in a cleanroom environment and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Willingness to respond to calls, emails, or system issues outside of regularly scheduled work hours, as needed
This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks.
Don't meet every requirement? At NY Creates we are dedicated to building a welcoming team. If you are excited about working for NY Creates but your experience doesn't exactly align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway, you might still be a perfect fit for this or another role.
Benefits
Medical, Vision, and Dental
Competitive Pay and PTO
Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
Basic / Optional Life Insurance
Post-Retirement Health Insurance
Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service.
Optional employee contributed retirement account.
Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203
Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000
*Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education
Additional Information:
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