Building & Grounds Supervisor - Austin Facilities Management

City of Austin

5d•$26 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Building & Grounds Supervisor works under general supervision and supervises employees performing custodial, routine maintenance, routine construction, and groundskeeping tasks at and around City-operated buildings, grounds, parks, airports, and recreation areas. The role plans and manages section programs and activities, monitors budgets, oversees contracts and contractors, and coordinates work with other divisions, departments, and the public. It also supports crew leaders and employees, manages supplies and equipment, and helps ensure City facilities and grounds remain clean, safe, and welcoming. The position exercises the full range of supervisory responsibilities, including employee selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommending dismissal. Work is at various locations, Monday through Friday, with shifts scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on departmental needs, and some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, with up to four years of high school substitutable by one year of additional experience per year.
Five years of experience related to janitorial or groundskeeping services, including at least two years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
Knowledge of building and grounds processes, policies, and procedures; related equipment and vehicles; applicable federal, state, and local laws; City practices, policies, and procedures; supervisory techniques; safety practices; and fiscal planning and budget preparation.
Skill in oral and written communication, handling multiple tasks and prioritizing, using computers and related software, and planning and organizing.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities and to establish and maintain good working relationships with City employees and the public.
If assigned to operate vehicles, possess the appropriate Texas driver's license for those vehicles. The posting also states that the position requires a valid Texas Class C driver's license or the ability to obtain one by the hire date.

Nice To Haves

Experience using inventory management software to order and track custodial supplies.
Experience inspecting custodial work and integrating with custodial management software (CMS) and reporting.
Experience with CMS for staffing, budgeting, project timelines, and inventory.
Experience leading and managing custodial teams for a multi-site organization or government entity.
Experience writing employee performance reviews, documenting performance gaps, and providing constructive feedback.
Experience with Green Seal 42 standards and certification requirements for commercial and institutional cleaning services.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, evaluate, manage, and monitor section programs and activities.
Prepare, develop, and monitor the budget.
Fill in for absent crew leaders and assist crew leaders and other employees with their work.
Make purchases and use the bid process as appropriate.
Write memos, correspondence, and reports as needed.
Monitor contracts and contractors.
Coordinate and schedule activities with other divisions, departments, and the public.
Recommend and justify capital expenditures.
Ensure vehicles, equipment, and materials are maintained and repaired when needed.
Order supplies and maintain inventory.
Answer questions and provide assistance to the public.
Select, train, evaluate, and counsel employees, and recommend dismissal.