Building Maintenance Superintendent Jobs

If you want to join a hard-working team that shares a commitment to keep the City of Escondido safe, clean and efficiently run, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We have an opening for the position of Building Maintenance Superintendent in our Public Works Department/Building Maintenance Division. For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's website.

Summary Description

Under administrative direction, oversees, supervises, and coordinates Building Maintenance Unit activities and operations within the Maintenance and Operations Division of the Community Services Department; coordinates assigned activities with other units, divisions, outside agencies, and the general public; and provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Deputy Director of Maintenance and Operations.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Assumes responsibility for the services and activities of the Building Maintenance Unit within the Maintenance and Operations Division of the Community Services Department including coordination of City staff and outside contractors performing facility repairs, facility improvements, and custodial functions.

Coordinates the organization, staffing, and operational activities for the Building Maintenance Unit.

Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures.

Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identifies resource needs; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.

Directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for Building Maintenance Unit services and activities; establishes priorities of work orders; assigns work activities and projects; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; ensures the provision of quality maintenance and repair services while meeting the City's and public needs with the available budget; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Coordinates the work of contractors; defines scope of work; obtains quotes; prepares contracts; approves payments.

Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.

Oversees safety programs for assigned sections and work groups; assists with action planning for safety programs; responds to workers' compensation issues.

Participates in the development and administration of assigned unit budget; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; recommends adjustments as necessary.

Evaluates the effectiveness of the City's building maintenance preventive maintenance program and adjusts the program as needed.

Periodically inspects the condition of City facilities and initiates corrective measures as necessary.

Ensures efficient energy utilization by City buildings; performs energy audits; develops plans to improve energy efficiency.

Provides staff assistance to the Deputy Director of Maintenance and Operations; conducts a variety of studies and investigations; develops and recommends modifications to building maintenance programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate; informs higher level management staff on issues requiring input and/or consent in a timely manner.

Directs the development and implementation of plans and programs to improve the efficiency of maintenance operations including cost control programs, staff utilization studies, and work method improvements.

Oversees and participates in the maintenance of records and related documentation; prepares performance and other reports detailing building maintenance workload and activities.

Coordinates building maintenance activities with those of other units, divisions, and outside agencies and organizations; resolves sensitive and controversial issues.

Assists departments in the development and management of major and minor improvement projects for City facilities.

Serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building maintenance.

Responds to and resolves citizen and staff inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and effective manner.

Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a building maintenance program including preventative maintenance, facility repairs, facility improvements, and custodial functions.
Principles and practices of program development and administration.
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Current methods, terminology, equipment, tools, and materials used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of building structures and systems.
Operation of electrical, electromechanical, solid state, and computerized electrical systems.
Operation of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment.
Maintenance management systems.
Theory and operation of automatic control equipment.
Mathematical principles.
Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations including applicable building codes and ordinances.
Types and level of maintenance and repair activities generally performed in a building maintenance program.
Principles and practices of record keeping and report preparation.
Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Ability to:
Oversee and participate in the management of a building maintenance program including preventative maintenance, facility repair, facility improvement, and custodial functions.
Supervise, direct, and coordinate the work of lower level staff.
Select, train, and evaluate staff.
Participate in the development and administration of unit goals, objectives, and procedures.
Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
Prepare and administer program budgets.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
Estimate time, material, and labor costs for maintenance and repair projects.
Compile data, maintain records and files, and participate in the preparation of clear and concise reports.
Oversee and participate in the provision of a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public; tactfully and courteously represent the Public Works Department during public contacts.
Read and interpret maps, plans, sketches, schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in construction technology, business administration, or a related field, with specialized training in building maintenance and repair.

Experience:

Six years (full-time equivalent) of responsible experience in a building maintenance program including two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

License or Certificate:
Incumbents must possess a valid Class "C" California driver's license at the time of application.

Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination.

ABOUT OUR CITY
The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise.

EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.