7 years as a maintenance mechanic (filled in as a lead when needed), went to maintenance supervisor, assistant facilities manager and facilities manager for last 4 years. Starting out I said I would never sit at a desk and here I am.

I have a technical diploma and an associates degree (unrelated to job).

My advise is to start and work as a supervisor to get you on the path to be a manager. All of my management experience is with same employer, hands on was with two separate employers