Physical Plant Supervisor 2

Arizona Department of AdministrationPhoenix, AZ
Onsite

About The Position

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections (ADJC) is seeking a Physical Plant Supervisor 2. This position will work under the direction of the Physical Plant Supervisor 3 and will be responsible for performing maintenance repairs, overseeing new construction projects, and implementing a preventative maintenance program at ADJC facilities. The position is responsible for training and evaluating all subordinate staff and youth work crews; creating work schedules and assigning tasks to subordinate team members; maintaining records of materials used; tracking tools and equipment; monitoring project budgets and hours expended on jobs; ensuring completed projects meet specifications and are code compliant; responding to emergency maintenance situations; and exercising discretion and good judgment when making decisions that impact the agency.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision
  • Knowledge of construction safety practices
  • Knowledge of national and local building codes
  • Knowledge of cost estimating and materials ordering
  • Knowledge of preventative maintenance
  • Knowledge of building repairs
  • Knowledge of remodeling
  • Knowledge of construction techniques
  • Knowledge of employee mentoring
  • Knowledge of work scheduling
  • Knowledge of basic computer skills to include the Google Suite of applications
  • Skill in using common and specialized tools used in construction
  • Skill in reading/following blueprints, sketches, and utility diagrams
  • Skill in following a Preventative Maintenance Program
  • Skill in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building trades
  • Skill in critical thinking/logic and reasoning
  • Skill in active listening
  • Skill in directing teams
  • Skill in making improvements/corrective actions
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
  • Ability to make informed decisions
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment
  • Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
  • Ability to multitask
  • Ability to develop standard work/procedures
  • Ability to work in a correctional environment
  • Ability to drive on state business
  • Pest management/Weed Control certification required
  • Must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license
  • Must complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license records checks
  • Must maintain acceptable driving records
  • Must complete all driver training
  • Must maintain the statutorily required liability insurance if operating a personally owned vehicle on state business
  • Must pass a comprehensive background investigation, drug screening, assessments and pre-employment physical examination
  • Current State of Arizona employees must have acceptable performance history (no letter of suspension or involuntary demotion within one year) and an overall rating of “meets expectations” or higher on the most recent employee performance evaluation.
  • Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify)

Nice To Haves

  • Four or more years of professional experience providing building maintenance in a correctional environment, to include landscaping, grounds keeping, or remodeling, in a supervisory capacity.
  • Certifications/training in carpentry, plumbing, heating/cooling, electrical, or grounds keeping preferred.
  • Three or more years operating experience of various heavy equipment; Backhoes, Loaders, Skidsteer, Road Grader, Water Truck, Dump Truck, Man Lifts, Landscape Loader etc.
  • Bilingual applicants preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Performs electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, painting, masonry, and heating/cooling maintenance repairs of ADJC buildings
  • Supervises, instructs, evaluates, and assigns work tasks for subordinate Building Maintenance Specialist and youth work crews
  • Maintain records of materials used and hours expended on jobs/projects
  • Works with vendors, monitors project budgets, and adheres to all established procurement protocols
  • Maintain inventory/accountability for all tools, and inspects equipment to ensure proper working order
  • Reviews maintenance inspection logs and makes decisions related to repairs and replacements
  • Inspects work areas for safety concerns/hazards, and ensures all completed projects are code compliant
  • Responds to emergency maintenance situations and exercises discretion and good judgment when making recommendations that could impact the agency
  • Completes and attends all training and meeting as required/scheduled
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans
  • Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
  • Sick time accrued at 3:42 hours bi-weekly
  • Deferred Compensation Program
  • Wellness Plans
  • Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)
  • Defined Contribution, 401 (a) retirement plan
  • Employer matches contributions
  • Contributions are made on a pre-taxed basis
  • Employees can choose investments that suit their goals and risk tolerance
  • Employees are fully vested after 3 years of service
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