Facilities Maintenance and Operations Supervisor

Pierce County • Tacoma, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role offers a great opportunity to meet people from many County departments and help them fix issues in their workspaces so they can focus on serving the public. You will lead a skilled team of building maintenance professionals and see the direct results of your work when customers thank you for solving their problems. This role is a great chance to showcase your leadership and demonstrate your knowledge of building trades and facilities management. At the end of the day, our satisfaction comes from improving our facilities and the spaces where our tenants and visitors work and gather, which supports the County’s mission and goals. We have a collaborative culture that is inclusive at all levels. Each person feels a responsibility to help others, especially in learning new skills and abilities, or helping to solve a problem. The work that we do as a department supports all County business and is appreciated by the public, our tenants, and leadership. Open communication and collaboration are expected and encouraged, working to be transparent in areas of improvement for ourselves, tenants, and the public.

Requirements

• Seven years of work experience in one or more of the building, mechanical, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, construction, or related trade areas.
• To include two years of experience leading employees (e.g. assigning and coordinating work; providing guidance and coaching; preparing work schedules).
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Driver’s license.
• Background check authorization and completion.
• Satisfactory physical condition, as evidenced by a county-approved physical examination, may be required before appointment to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Certain positions in this class may be required to possess or be able to obtain licenses required by state, local, or federal code or regulations including but not limited to class IV boiler operation license or higher.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and operations of county facilities and properties, associated grounds, and infrastructure.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of a designated unit; determine work procedures, prepare work schedules and determine methods for expediting workflow; assign, review/inspect and approve the work of subordinate staff and contractors to ensure compliance with standards.
• Process work requests and prioritize, plan, and assign work orders.
• Coordinate activities with customers, staff, and contractors to ensure work is completed to standard.
• As the subject-matter expert (SME), review pre-bid maintenance and capital construction projects for required resources and for potential impact to buildings, tenants, and future maintenance and access requirements.
• Implement and monitor training programs for assigned staff; verify contracted service providers possess required licenses and certifications, as applicable, within contract provisions.

Benefits

• Training and gain experience, including building trades knowledge, safety procedures, building orientation, computer applications, and much more to help you become an experienced, well-rounded facilities professional.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed