Supervisor: Mechanical Shop (Facilities) Colorado Springs District 11

Colorado Springs School District 11 • Colorado Springs, CO

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor (Mechanical Shop) is a skilled, lead-level professional responsible for complex, non-routine work requiring advanced technical knowledge, leadership, and independent judgment. This position serves as a subject-matter resource for HVAC and plumbing systems and provides guidance to staff while supporting the overall operations of the Mechanical Shop. The Supervisor (Mechanical Shop) plans, coordinates, and supervises maintenance and repair work related to HVAC and plumbing systems, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards. The role requires strong technical expertise to evaluate job requirements, conduct site inspections, develop work plans, obtain necessary permits, and coordinate work with District staff, other trades, and contractors. Responsibilities include assigning and prioritizing work orders, scheduling preventative and emergency maintenance, supervising HVAC and plumbing personnel, inspecting work for quality and safety compliance, and managing materials, inventory, and budgets. The position also supports contractor oversight for construction projects, ensures adherence to specifications and code requirements, and maintains communication with building administrators to minimize operational disruptions. This role includes personnel management responsibilities such as employee evaluations, discipline, and hiring, while fostering collaboration across Facilities teams. The position involves physically demanding work in various environments, use of specialized tools and equipment, and responsiveness to emergency and after-hours needs to ensure safe and reliable District operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in education, business, public administration or a related field or minimum of seven (7) years of progressive professional experience, or five (5) or more years of supervisory or leadership responsibility.
• Required CDL, Class A
• Knowledge of operational service delivery principles, including preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles, employee performance management, and team leadership practices.
• Knowledge of workplace safety standards, regulatory compliance requirements, and risk mitigation practices.
• Knowledge of work order systems, project coordination processes, and workflow management methods.
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, and materials commonly used in operational or maintenance environments.
• Knowledge of budgeting fundamentals, resource allocation, and cost control practices.
• Knowledge of contract coordination and vendor oversight processes.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to operations and employee safety.
• Skills in planning, organizing, and prioritizing multiple projects and competing demands.
• Skills in supervising, coaching, and motivating diverse teams.
• Skills in coordinating cross-functional work and communicating effectively across departments.
• Skills in interpreting policies, procedures, technical documents, and specifications.
• Skills in inspecting work for quality, completeness, and compliance with standards.
• Skills in problem-solving and making sound operational decisions under time constraints.
• Skills in conflict resolution and addressing employee performance concerns constructively.
• Skills in using technology systems, including work order management software and standard office applications.
• Skills in verbal and written communication with staff, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment.
• Ability to manage multiple crews or work groups simultaneously while maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to assess operational priorities and adjust schedules to meet changing needs.
• Ability to identify safety risks and implement corrective action.
• Ability to analyze operational issues and develop practical, effective solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners.
• Ability to respond effectively during emergencies or time-sensitive operational situations.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and sound judgment in high-pressure situations.
• Ability to perform field-based duties, including use of tools, equipment, and vehicles as required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced certification or licensure
• Experience in K–12 education or government operations
• Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or other district-identified languages)

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects, initiatives, and cross-functional workstreams, including planning scope, establishing timelines, coordinating stakeholders, monitoring progress, and ensuring successful implementation aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource by interpreting policies, procedures, and operational practices; providing guidance to leadership and staff; and ensuring consistent application of standards across teams or departments.
• Resolve non-routine, sensitive, and high-impact issues, conducting root-cause analysis, evaluating risks, exercising sound judgment, and recommending actionable solutions to leadership.
• Develop, refine, and document operational processes and workflows to improve efficiency, standardization, compliance, and service delivery outcomes.
• Analyze operational and performance data, prepare reports and summaries, and provide evidence-based insights and recommendations to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Provide training, coaching, and quality assurance oversight to lower-level staff, including reviewing work for accuracy and compliance, delivering feedback, and supporting skill development.
• Support internal and external audits, program reviews, and compliance assessments, including gathering documentation, responding to inquiries, identifying corrective actions, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise maintenance and repair work related to HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Assign and prioritize work orders, schedule preventative and emergency maintenance.
• Supervise HVAC and plumbing personnel, inspect work for quality and safety compliance.
• Manage materials, inventory, and budgets.
• Support contractor oversight for construction projects, ensure adherence to specifications and code requirements.
• Maintain communication with building administrators to minimize operational disruptions.
• Perform personnel management responsibilities such as employee evaluations, discipline, and hiring.
• Foster collaboration across Facilities teams.

Benefits

• Non-Recurring Pay: 7% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay (distributed as 3.5% on November paycheck and 3.5 % on May paycheck).
• Staffing Stability Incentive (Adams Elementary, Galileo Middle School and Mitchell High School): ESP employees will receive the equivalent of one salary step divided over 12 pay periods.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager