About the Department
The Mission of the Facilities Management Department is to assist
Berea College in meeting the goals of the Strategic Plan by effectively
and efficiently managing the maintenance and operation of the facilities
and services under it's jurisdiction to the extent resources allow.
We strive to do this by producing high quality services through
team work and recognizing the importance of people, those receiving
and those delivering the service.
Goals
To provide and care for the physical assets that support the
goals & objectives of Berea College, creating an environment
conducive to learning. This includes academic, rental, and
residence hall properties and grounds. To improve satisfaction
of the people for whom we provide services and be the provider
of choice.
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To create an atmosphere of shared responsibility
in which all Facilities Management staff have the opportunity
to contribute
in the process of continually improving the services we provide,
faculty, staff, students, guests, and alumni. Develop the
capacities of individuals while forging a caring campus community.
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Implement
the learning goal of creating mature and critical thinkers
who also have the capacity for moral reflection and personal
growth.
Departmental Purpose
The Facilities Management Department maintains operations for buildings and
grounds of all college owned properties excluding the Berea College Forests.
There are approximately 1.6 million square feet of building space, 120 acres
of land on campus and 80 acres off campus that are maintained for the campus
community. This includes all academic, residential and rental properties. Routine
repairs and maintenance are performed on a planned, organized and scheduled
basis and includes preventative maintenance activities. This program is in
effect at all times to prevent more costly repairs and maintenance.
Maintenance and Repair Requests
Requests
for daily
routine repairs and maintenance should be made directly to the Facilities
Management office at CPO 2202, e-mail address
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or call extension 3827. Facilities staff serves as the owner representative
for all capital projects working closely with architects, contractors and
vendors. The Facilities Management Department is located next
to the student parking
lot on Walnut Meadow Road.
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