PHYSICAL PLANT MANAGER
Job Location:
Division of Business Services
Office of Facilities Management
Address: 3013 West Lincoln Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85009
Posting Details:
Salary: $67,567.00 - $80,000.00 Annually
Grade: 22
Closing Date: May 6, 2026
Job Summary:
Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES), we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES, please visit des.az.gov; or click on the link here to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team!
The Department of Economic Security, Division of Business Services, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Physical Plant Manager. This position will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall maintenance operation of DES state-owned buildings statewide, in accordance with DES and Office of Facilities Management policies and procedures, current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations to ensure that DES-owned buildings are maintained safely and comfortably. The position oversees the work of vendors, ensuring DES quality standards and adhering to project timetables with the use of a computerized maintenance management system. Additionally, it will provide guidance and direction to subordinate Physical Plant Supervisors. As the Deputy to the Physical Plant Operations Administrator, acts on the Physical Plant Operations Administrator's behalf during their absence. The candidate must pass a post-offer physical exam.
This position is 100% in an on-site setting.
Job Duties:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Plans, organizes, and directly supervises the Physical Plant operations of the DES Maintenance team that perform maintenance work orders in support of DES Physical Plant operations.
● Prepares cost estimates for work orders, repairs, alterations, and new construction projects; reviews and certifies the need for repairs and coordinates vendor work.
● Manages programs for preventive and special maintenance of facilities, equipment, and grounds, custodial services, and associated major subsystems; determines if on-site staff or contractor repair is appropriate; and reviews contract and service agreements, and ensures compliance with terms and authorizing payments.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge in:
● Department organization functions, personnel practices, and techniques.
● Methods and techniques of supervision and management; methods and practices of preventive maintenance, repair, remodeling, and construction. activities, and common and specialized tools, equipment, and materials used.
● Budgetary procedures (preparation and control of expenditures), and methods of record keeping.
Skills in:
● Computer proficiency and associated software.
● Plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise skilled maintenance and trades personnel.
● Facilities safety practices and National and local building codes.
● Blueprints, sketches, schematics, and structural components of buildings and utility systems.
Ability to:
● Oral and Written Communication tactfully and courteously, and motivate staff professionally and positively.
● Maintain professional interpersonal relationships with a wide variety of customers, vendors, and building occupants.
● Analyze issues and develop plans to address Physical Plant issues; Interpret construction documents and submittals.
Selective Preference(s):
The ideal candidate for this position will have:
● A minimum of at least 8 years of skilled building maintenance or trades experience, and at least one year of experience supervising skilled building maintenance or trades positions.
● Occasionally, after-hours emergencies may need to be addressed by this position, either remotely or on-site.
● Occasional overnight/out-of-town travel will be required.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
● Ability to pass a post-offer physical exam.
● If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
● Successfully pass background and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
● All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Economic Security offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
• Deferred compensation plan
• Wellness plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stipend Opportunities
• Infant at Work Program
• Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
• Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Retirement:
State employees are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), the State-sponsored retirement contribution plan, and the Long-Term Disability (LTD) program after a 27-week waiting period. The ASRS defined benefit plan provides for life-long income upon retirement. You will also have the option to participate in a voluntary deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments.
On or shortly after your first day of work, you will be provided with additional information about the available insurance plans, enrollment instructions, submission deadlines, and effective dates.
Contact Us:
For questions about this career opportunity, please contact Paula Hernandez at (480) 622-6716 or by email at pahernandez@azdes.gov.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format, by contacting (928) 225-4382. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.
