HPWT Maintenance Supervisor

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The HPWT Maintenance Supervisor leads and supports a High-Performance Work Team (HPWT) responsible for maintenance and custodial services in an assigned zone. The supervisor schedules work, sets work-order priorities, assigns and monitors tasks, inspects work, supports employees, and ensures that safety policies and procedures are followed. The role communicates regularly with zone customers, responds to issues during normal working hours, and coordinates repairs with other trades and contractors as needed. The position supervises and may assist with skilled building repairs and renovation work involving plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, HVAC, structures, equipment, flooring, lighting, drywall, painting, doors, locks, masonry, and related work. It also directs and inspects custodial work across a range of facilities and spaces, and maintains and inventories custodial equipment and machines assigned to the zone. Administrative and supervisory duties include using a computer to requisition supplies, prepare project estimates, communicate, track assets, assign work orders in AiM, charge time, approve employee time in Kronos, conduct quarterly performance reviews, coordinate training, and recommend or initiate employment actions. The supervisor performs preventive inspections and related reporting and safety training, and must complete required Facilities Services and University compliance training and follow applicable operating procedures and policies. The position is classified as essential personnel.

Requirements

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in a recognized trade and relevant experience totaling five years, or a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of relevant experience.
Appropriate vocational or technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
Class E driver’s license.
Ability to complete required Facilities Services and University compliance training and follow applicable operating procedures, policies, and directives.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program for multiple trades, or a high school diploma and four years of appropriate experience.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of skilled building trades, mechanical and repair work, and safety procedures and requirements in maintenance and repair work.
Skill in the use of hand tools and equipment.
Ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions and read blueprints and schematic drawings.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments, and work cooperatively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Lead, assist, schedule, motivate, evaluate, train, and direct the HPWT employees assigned to a zone.
Develop schedules, prioritize and assign work orders, monitor performance, inspect ongoing work, and assist employees as needed.
Ensure that safety procedures and policies are consistently followed.
Communicate with zone customers, ensure their needs and expectations are met, and respond to customer issues during normal working hours.
Use a computer to requisition supplies and materials, generate project estimates, communicate with employees and customers, and track assets.
Maintain and inventory custodial equipment and machines assigned to the HPWT zone.
Assign work orders in AiM and charge time as needed; check and approve employee time in Kronos.
Supervise and may assist with skilled repairs and renovation work involving plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems, HVAC, structures, equipment, flooring, lighting, drywall, painting, doors, locks, masonry, and related tasks.
Direct, supervise, train, and assist custodial staff in cleaning facilities and spaces, and regularly inspect completed custodial work.
Coordinate repair efforts with other trades and contractors to support timely and efficient repairs of buildings and equipment.
Recommend or initiate employment actions, including interviews, disciplinary actions, promotions, transfers, and reassignments; make recommendations to the Maintenance Superintendent and Assistant Director.
Conduct quarterly performance reviews of assigned personnel and ensure the team is trained and competent to perform its duties.
Perform preventive inspections of buildings, classrooms, equipment, entrance doors, and other items; complete monthly preventive maintenance reports and safety training.
Complete training prescribed by the Facilities Services Training and Education Department and University Compliance Training.
Follow Building Services Standard Operating Procedures and Facilities Services Policies and Directives.