Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

County of Chester, South Carolina • Chester, SC

17h • $58,159 - $81,422 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating the work of crews performing maintenance, repair, construction, and renovation of County buildings, facilities, and grounds. This role involves managing staff, overseeing projects, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining various building systems. The incumbent will also manage work order systems, preventive maintenance programs, and departmental budgets, while communicating effectively with the Public Works Director and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a trade
• Three (3) years of journey-level experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, work planning, organization, performance review and evaluation, and employee training and discipline.
• Knowledge of administrative principles and practices including goal setting, program development and budget administration.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in facilities construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of operation, preventive maintenance, and minor repair of equipment.
• Knowledge of emergency response practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices, safe work methods, and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
• Knowledge of computer applications related to the work.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of job estimation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various ethnic and social backgrounds.
• Skill in planning, organizing, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
• Skill in training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
• Skill in supervising building and facilities construction, remodeling, maintenance, and repair programs.
• Skill in reading and interpreting plans, maps, and specifications.
• Skill in estimating necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
• Skill in using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Skill in preparing records and reports of work performed.
• Skill in reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, and drawings.
• Skill in understanding and following written and oral instructions.
• Skill in working successfully with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Skill in contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals.
• Driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA certificate (must be obtained within 6 months)
• CPR (must be obtained within 6 months)

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, schedules, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff.
• Manages deployment of specialized employees to ensure electrical, HVAC, and other skilled resources are effectively utilized.
• Participates in the selection of staff; trains and develops employees.
• Assists in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for maintenance, repair, and renovation activities.
• Manages the provision of custodial services and other assigned contracts for County facilities.
• Promotes and enforces safe work practices; ensures employees receive required safety training and properly utilize safety equipment.
• Plans and coordinates maintenance, repair, renovation, and development projects performed by County staff or contractors.
• Inspects work in progress and upon completion; makes appropriate field decisions, provides technical guidance to staff, resolves operational problems, and ensures work meets applicable standards and requirements.
• Manages the Facilities Maintenance work-order and recordkeeping systems.
• Develops, schedules, and monitors preventive maintenance programs for County buildings, building systems, and equipment.
• Conducts and/or assigns routine inspections of County buildings and properties to proactively identify maintenance, safety, security, appearance, and facility-condition concerns.
• Maintains schedules and records related to required regulatory inspections, testing, certifications, and other compliance requirements for County facilities.
• Responds to facility-related emergencies and urgent operational needs.
• Maintains complete, timely, and proactive communication with the Public Works Director regarding facility conditions, regulatory and compliance matters, significant maintenance needs, project status, safety concerns, operational disruptions, resource constraints, anticipated delays, and competing priorities.
• Ensures departmental purchases, purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documentation comply with County procurement and financial policies.
• Responds to questions and service concerns from County departments and the public.
• Coordinates with Parks and Recreation and other Public Works divisions regarding temporary sharing of personnel, equipment, and resources.
• Assists with maintenance and repair activities as operational needs require.
• Promotes a professional, cooperative, and accountable work environment.
• Develops, manages, and operates within the approved departmental budget.
• Performs other related work duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED