Building Maintenance Supervisor, (A262310-6), 207, Police Administration

City of Laredo•Laredo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises custodial staff to maintain cleanliness of facilities and operational equipment. Oversees and evaluates custodial staff, prepares shift schedules, and conducts facilities inspections. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff. Supervisory functions include: makes hiring and termination decisions; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management. Plans, supervises, coordinates, and monitors building maintenance and custodial services; supervises maintenance and repairs of structural and architectural elements, electrical, plumbing, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems, built-in furniture, moveable furnishings and equipment, cabinetry, valves, pumps, fixed laboratory equipment, doors, windows, walls, ceilings, floors, sprinklers, and alarm systems. Coordinates and monitors maintenance work with other City departments and work performed by outside contractors; reviews and inspects work in progress and upon completion for compliance with standards. Mains construction drawings, maintenance and operating manuals, equipment condition and performance logs, preventive maintenance and repair histories, and outside service contractor performance and schedules. Develops and recommends specifications and requisitions for necessary materials, tools, and supplies. Adheres to safety program, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) requirements for areas of responsibility. Mains inventory of supplies and equipment; obtains quotes and orders supplies as needed. Performs related work as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
At least five (5) years of experience in facilities maintenance or related experience.
Valid Texas Driver License.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software
Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision
Knowledge of custodial practices and supplies
Knowledge of building maintenance practices
Knowledge of skilled trade including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry
Skill in organization and time management
Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Ability to maintain inventory of supplies and cleaning equipment
Ability to maintain accurate and complete records
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff.
Makes hiring and termination decisions.
Prioritizes assignments and directs work.
Develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work.
Provides and/or facilitates employee training and development.
Approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate.
Completes employee performance appraisals.
Determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes.
Acts as liaison between employees and management.
Plans, supervises, coordinates, and monitors building maintenance and custodial services.
Supervises maintenance and repairs of structural and architectural elements, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, built-in furniture, moveable furnishings and equipment, cabinetry, valves, pumps, fixed laboratory equipment, doors, windows, walls, ceilings, floors, sprinklers, and alarm systems.
Coordinates and monitors maintenance work with other City departments and work performed by outside contractors.
Reviews and inspects work in progress and upon completion for compliance with standards.
Maintains construction drawings, maintenance and operating manuals, equipment condition and performance logs, preventive maintenance and repair histories, and outside service contractor performance and schedules.
Develops and recommends specifications and requisitions for necessary materials, tools, and supplies.
Adheres to safety program, including OSHA, EPA, and MSDS requirements for areas of responsibility.
Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
Obtains quotes and orders supplies as needed.