Building Maintenance Lead

City of Freeport, Texas•Freeport, TX

About The Position

Under direction of the Public Works Director, the Building Maintenance Lead administers a comprehensive Building Maintenance Program for the City of Freeport; provides technical assistance to City staff in areas of responsibility; performs related work as required. The Building Maintenance Lead plans, organizes, assigns, directs, and evaluates building maintenance staff and activities in major public works areas, which includes city property, buildings and related structures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, or the ability to obtain one within 90-days of hire, and have a satisfactory driving record.
Maintain appropriate licenses for area of responsibility.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance of buildings/facilities is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business management, construction management or closely related field or five years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance of buildings/ facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Run daily maintenance operations of the property and buildings under supervision of the Public Works Director.
Inspect property and buildings for life/safety issues and take immediate corrective action.
Identify building maintenance needs, prioritize work and take corrective actions.
Be a self-starter and work independently
Perform a full range of skilled building maintenance for extended periods of time.
Repair and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment.
Lift up to 50 pounds above the waist and carry heavy objects.
Use of computer and appropriate computer software.
Operate with a high level of organization.
Maintain a clean work area.
Works closely with other members of the Public Works Management team to provide a coordinated and supportive approach to service delivery.
Directs the work of building maintenance personnel.
Responsible for emergency call out