Building Superintendent

City of New Hope•New Hope, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Superintendent coordinates and directly performs maintenance across the City of New Hope’s five facilities in collaboration with site managers. The position plans and oversees facility maintenance, coordinates work with department heads, staff, vendors, and contractors, and helps ensure facilities are safe, secure, clean, and operating efficiently. The position reports directly to the city manager. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility and occasional work during evenings, weekends, and early mornings. The position also performs on-call duties for emergencies. The anticipated starting timeframe is early January.

Requirements

Three to four years of related experience.
Vocational-school training, related on-the-job experience, or an associate’s degree plus LCT.
Obtain a Class 2-C or greater boiler’s license within 18 months of hire.
Valid Minnesota driver’s license.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Five to six years of related experience.
Class 2-B or 2-A boiler’s license.
Experience with service and maintenance contracts.
Strong communication, Microsoft Office, and technical skills.

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a wide variety of mechanical systems and facility equipment.
Plan, prioritize, assign, and supervise building and facility maintenance, including work performed by vendors.
Coordinate internal and contracted work with department heads and other staff.
Provide input to department heads on annual operating budgets; review invoices and monitor expenditures for compliance with approved budgets.
Operate and monitor building automation and lighting control systems, including remote troubleshooting, and use system insights to support efficient operation and anticipate maintenance needs.
Perform on-call duties in response to emergencies, including fire alarms, equipment malfunctions, and security concerns.
Maintain building security systems and coordinate daily building access.
Perform routine maintenance, including carpentry, furniture repairs, painting, lock replacement, and lamp changes.
Determine when contractor services are needed and make recommendations.
Coordinate with building occupants on service-request priorities and provide updates about project schedules or disruptions.
Respond promptly to staff requests and maintain a high level of service.
Perform seasonal snow and ice removal from building walkways.
Assist with special projects, including furniture moves, room setups, event preparation, and equipment handling.
Monitor conditions and make changes to support a safe environment and OSHA compliance.
Oversee and guide the janitorial vendor to maintain cleanliness and upkeep standards.
Follow safety standards, applicable city work rules, and personnel policies; perform other related duties as assigned.