Building Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor

Methuen Public Schools•Methuen, MA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor works under the direction and general supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations. The role provides technical and maintenance project-management support for school site improvements, facility modifications, and new construction. It assists with preparing and reviewing maintenance plans and specifications, coordinates and inspects projects, and prepares documentation needed to complete them successfully. The supervisor oversees Maintenance Staff and prioritizes in-house projects, and serves as the point of contact for outside vendors and the City concerning maintenance and repairs at schools.

Requirements

  • At least five years of experience performing custodial work in industrial or commercial organizations, or other relevant experience.
  • At least five years of experience supervising or providing lead direction to other staff.
  • Licensed as a building contractor, HVAC technician, or electrician, or hold a degree in project management.
  • Valid and appropriate Massachusetts Driver’s License.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to use work order and project-management computer systems.
  • Ability to understand, interpret, and apply building codes, laws, rules, and regulations governing school facility construction and repair.

Responsibilities

  • Review, plan, estimate, and schedule work assignments for school site improvements and facility modifications.
  • Assist in developing formal project specifications for bids or quotes and review bid specifications for thoroughness and accuracy against approved plans.
  • Read and interpret construction documents, blueprints, plans, and specifications.
  • Confer with prospective contractors; solicit formal and informal bids or quotes; and solicit and review proposals.
  • Review payment requests and approve payments for completed work.
  • Coordinate and submit project payment approvals to ensure timely payment in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and ensure timely and appropriate development of project schedules.
  • Coordinate site visits and pre-bid or pre-construction walkthroughs and conferences, and attend job meetings as required.
  • Prepare reports, maintain project records, and ensure compliance with current standards, codes, and ordinances.
  • Coordinate and maintain communication and cooperative working relationships with site administrators and other District personnel.
  • Conduct periodic field visits and provide progress reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with architects, consultants, contractors, school officials, and others contacted in the course of work.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing municipal building facilities.
  • Work flexible hours, including on-call shifts, to support District needs and continuous operations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
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