HPWT Maintenance Supervisor

University of Florida•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The HPWT Maintenance Supervisor leads and coordinates a High-Performance Work Team (HPWT) responsible for maintenance and custodial services in an assigned zone. The supervisor schedules, assigns, and monitors work; establishes work order priorities; promotes compliance with safety procedures; inspects ongoing work; and assists team members as needed. The position uses computer systems to requisition supplies, prepare project estimates, communicate with employees and customers, track assets, assign work orders in AiM, and record time. The supervisor maintains and inventories custodial equipment and machines assigned to the zone. The role communicates with zone customers to ensure their needs and expectations are met and work is completed on time and professionally. It responds to customer issues during normal working hours and supervises or assists with skilled building maintenance and repair, including plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, structural, flooring, lighting, drywall, painting, doors, locks, masonry, and renovation work. It also directs, trains, assists, and inspects custodial staff performing cleaning duties throughout buildings and facilities. The supervisor coordinates repair work with other trades and contractors, participates in personnel recommendations and actions, conducts quarterly performance reviews, ensures staff training and competency, and reviews employee time in Kronos. The position performs preventive inspections of buildings and equipment, prepares monthly preventive maintenance reports, and participates in safety training. It requires a Class E driver’s license and completion of prescribed Facilities Services and University compliance training. The position is essential personnel. The normal schedule is 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, totaling 40 hours per week; schedules may vary for operational or customer needs, and some overtime may be required.

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 required experience.
Class E driver’s license.
Complete training prescribed by the Facilities Services Training and Education Department and the University’s Compliance Training.
Follow Building Services Standard Operating Procedures and Facilities Services 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 for maintenance and repair work.
Skill in using hand tools and equipment.
Ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions, read blueprints and schematic drawings, follow verbal and written instructions, plan, organize and coordinate work assignments, and work cooperatively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Lead, assist, schedule, motivate, evaluate, and direct the HPWT team responsible for maintenance and custodial needs in an assigned zone.
Develop schedules, prioritize work orders, assign work, monitor performance, inspect ongoing work, and assist employees as needed.
Ensure safety procedures and policies are followed.
Use computer systems 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.
Communicate with zone customers, address their needs and expectations, and respond to customer issues during normal working hours.
Assign work orders in AiM and charge time as needed.
Supervise and, when needed, assist with skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and renovation work involving building systems, structures, equipment, and related trades.
Direct, supervise, train, and assist custodial staff in cleaning facilities, and regularly inspect completed custodial work.
Coordinate repair efforts with other trades and contractors to support timely and efficient repairs.
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 and ensure HPWT staff are trained and competent to perform assigned duties.
Check and approve employee time in Kronos.
Perform preventive inspections of buildings, classrooms, equipment, and entrance doors; prepare monthly preventive maintenance reports and conduct safety training.
Follow Building Services Standard Operating Procedures and Facilities Services policies and directives, and complete required training.