Physical Plant Supervisor 3

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Plant Supervisor 3 is responsible for overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, repair, renovation, and facility support functions of the Coliseum, home of the Arizona State Fair and numerous year-round events. This position supervises maintenance staff, coordinates preventive and corrective maintenance programs, oversees facility improvement projects, and ensures the Coliseum is maintained in a safe, operational, and event-ready condition. The Physical Plant Supervisor 3 reports directly to the Physical Plant Administrator and is expected to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required to support facility operations, special events, and emergency situations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of supervisory and management principles and techniques
• Knowledge of safety practices and national and local building codes
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs and repair methodologies
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance, new construction, remodeling; methods, and building repair techniques
• Knowledge of blueprint, sketch, and schematic interpretation
• Knowledge of structural components of commercial building construction and repair
• Knowledge of service contract administration and contractor oversight
• Knowledge of Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) regulations
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations
• Skills in coordinating, scheduling, and assigning maintenance and construction projects
• Skills in developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs
• Skills in managing repair, remodeling, renovation, and construction activities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Skills in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and schematics
• Skills in preparing reports, charts, and operational documentation
• Skills in conducting research and analyzing maintenance-related information
• Skills in building and maintaining effective working relationships across all organizational levels and with outside agencies
• Skills in making timely and accurate operational decisions
• Skills in applying problem-solving and conflict-resolution techniques
• Skills in supervising, mentoring, coaching, and developing employees
• Skills in utilizing computer systems and managing computer account procedures
• Ability to apply, interpret, and inspect facilities for compliance with national and local building codes
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply agency policies and procedures
• Ability to prioritize multiple work assignments while meeting operational deadlines
• Ability to supervise staff in a fast-paced, event-driven environment
• Ability to effectively coordinate maintenance activities during scheduled events and emergency situations
• Ability to work in environments that require flexibility, including weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Ability to establish priorities while maintaining a high level of customer service and operational readiness
• Arizona Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Fairgrounds to ensure the facility is safe, functional, and fully prepared for the Arizona State Fair, concerts, sporting events, exhibitions, and other public gatherings.
• Respond to operational issues and emergencies by making timely, decisive actions to minimize downtime and restore facility readiness.
• Monitor service contracts and contractor performance to guarantee quality work, budget adherence, and contract compliance.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules and assignments to avoid disruptions during live events while meeting project deadlines.
• Supervise, assign, coordinate, and evaluate the work of facility maintenance personnel and specialized trade contractors engaged in repair, remodeling, and construction.
• Prepare operational reports, maintenance logs, capital project updates, charts, and research data using standard administrative software.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs for building systems, equipment, and infrastructure in coordination with Physical Plant Administration.
• Review and interpret blueprints, schematics, sketches, and technical construction documents to guide repairs, renovations, and capital improvement projects.
• Inspect facilities regularly to ensure strict adherence to national and local building codes, ADEQ (Arizona Department of Environmental Quality), OSHA, and other relevant state and federal regulatory standards.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

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