Maintenance and Operations Supervisor (Foreman)

Veterans Health Administration • Marion, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Functions as the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor for Facilities Management Service. Primarily responsible for the administration and supervision of shop supervisors in the following trades: Electric and HVAC Unit, Construction and Maintenance Unit, Pipe Unit, Fleet Management and Grounds, and Boiler Plant Operations. The work performed by the different units is critical to the operation of the medical center. The M&O Supervisor is held accountable to the Deputy Chief Engineer or designee.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Pre-employment physical required.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements.
• Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
• As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume.
• Applicants must receive a minimum of two points on the below screen-out element to be deemed eligible for consideration: Lead or Supervise. Tasks related to Leading building maintenance and operations; Managing the preventive maintenance programs; and Contract, budget, and program oversight.
• The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment.
• Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
• You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
• Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities.
• Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of building service equipment, utility distribution systems, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, emergency electric generating systems, installation of small equipment, and repairs and maintenance of other items.
• Follows up and ensures compliance with fire/smoke barrier penetration work to ensure penetrations are replaced/sealed and documented as repaired upon completion of work.
• Conducts inspections to ensure quality control of work performed by Engineering staff.
• Conducts life safety inspections and assigns work from such inspections to the appropriate unit.
• Creates follow-up measures on critical or urgent items identified during inspections.
• Prioritizes, integrates, and coordinates various work activities, as well as contracted work, for optimum effectiveness and efficiency of utilizing man-hours, equipment and funding resources to meet user, program, and mission needs.
• Continually monitors progress and trends on in-house projects, work orders, and preventive maintenance.
• Participates in or organizes and conducts meetings and conferences, including some training sessions, to exchange information and coordinate maintenance planning and scheduling with user, maintenance and repair personnel, building tenants, equipment operators, contractors, and others.
• Ensures that preventive maintenance is performed on utility systems and building service equipment according to established policies and procedures.
• Ensures that proper records for preventive maintenance are maintained.
• Assists with managing and planning a dynamic multi-million dollar equipment inventory, maintenance and repair program from a multitude of different types of systems and subsystems.
• Serves as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for service, maintenance, and repair contracts.
• Forecasts annual budgetary requirements for contracted building maintenance and service work.
• Inspects contractor's product or services rendered against specifications and contractual agreements to ensure the quality and effectiveness of work.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Learn more about federal benefits.
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• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

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