Facilities Maintenance Manager

City of Converse•Converse, TX

About The Position

The Facilities Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, inspecting, and participating in the maintenance, repair, and improvement of City facilities and related building systems. This is a working manager position that performs substantial hands on maintenance duties in addition to overseeing preventive maintenance activities, facility related work orders, contractors, vendors, inspections, and small improvement projects. The Facilities Manager helps ensure that City buildings and related systems remain safe, functional, clean, secure, and in good operating condition. This position requires working knowledge of building systems and maintenance practices, including HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, roofing, flooring, doors, windows, and minor electrical repair. The position may supervise assigned personnel, temporary workers, or contractors and must be available to respond to urgent or emergency facility issues during and outside normal business hours as directed.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facility maintenance, building operations, construction trades, or closely related work.
Minimum three (3) years of substantial hands-on experience in commercial or municipal building maintenance that includes HVAC systems.
Experience in multiple building maintenance areas, including HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, roofing, flooring, and minor electrical repair.
Valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Satisfactory results on background check, pre-employment physical or medical examination, and driver record review.
Must be available to work outside normal business hours, including emergency call outs, when required.
Ability to use computers and standard office software and to work within work order, asset management, and purchasing systems.
Must possess a valid Texas Class B Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License with Environmental Air Conditioning endorsement, or, if not currently licensed, must be able to qualify for and obtain the license within twelve (12) months of hire and maintain it thereafter.
Must possess EPA Section 608 Technician Certification appropriate to the equipment serviced, or, if not currently certified, must be able to qualify for and obtain the certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain it thereafter.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of lead, supervisory, project coordination, or contractor oversight experience.
Experience in municipal or public sector facilities maintenance.
Experience with preventive maintenance scheduling, work order systems, inventory control, and purchasing.
Licenses or certifications related to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, OSHA or safety, or facilities maintenance.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, schedules, and participates in maintenance and repair activities for City facilities and related building systems.
Develops, implements, and manages a preventive maintenance program for City buildings, equipment, and facility systems.
Receives, prioritizes, assigns, monitors, and closes facility related work orders in a timely manner.
Conducts regular inspections of City facilities to identify repair needs, deferred maintenance items, code or safety concerns, and operational priorities.
Performs or assists with skilled and semi skilled maintenance and repair work, including HVAC related work, plumbing, carpentry, painting, roofing, flooring, masonry, doors, windows, and minor electrical repairs, within the employee’s qualifications and authority.
Coordinates and oversees contractors and vendors performing facility work and verifies work quality, completeness, safety, and compliance with City standards and contract requirements.
Monitors HVAC system condition and performance, troubleshoots maintenance issues, and coordinates in house or contracted repairs as appropriate.
Obtains quotes, recommends purchases, tracks materials, and assists with budgeting for facility maintenance, repairs, and improvement projects.
Maintains records of inspections, work orders, preventive maintenance, repairs, contractor services, materials, and equipment usage.
Assists with planning and coordination of facility improvements, renovations, and small capital or maintenance projects.
Ensures that assigned tools, vehicles, equipment, and work areas are maintained in safe and proper operating condition.
Conducts facility condition assessments and reports deficiencies, priorities, and recommendations to the Assistant Director of Public Works.
Helps ensure City facilities are maintained in a safe, clean, secure, and functional condition for employees and the public.
Responds to urgent and emergency facility issues, including after hours call outs, weather related damage, building system failures, and safety hazards.
Assists with room setup, office moves, furniture relocation, and other operational support activities as needed.
Supervises assigned personnel, temporary workers, or contractors and ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner.
Follows City and Department policies, procedures, and supervisory direction.
Communicates effectively with supervisors, co-workers, contractors, vendors, other departments, and the public to exchange information, answer inquiries, and resolve issues.
Uses sound judgment and makes decisions consistent with operational needs, safety requirements, and City policy.
Reports issues, concerns, and questions to the supervisor or others as appropriate in the chain of command.
Works outside normal business hours as required and remains available during emergency periods as directed.
Demonstrates initiative and diligence in the prompt and proper completion of all job duties.
Safeguards City property and recognizes and reports needed repairs or unsafe conditions.
Works safely, follows safety rules and training, uses personal protective equipment when required, and maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Maintains confidentiality with regard to City business.
Performs other duties as assigned.