Building Maintenance Supervisor, Assistant

Position Description
Tacoma Public Utilities' (TPU) is establishing an eligible list for Building Maintenance Supervisor, Assistant that is good for one year. TPU's Power Shared Services division has a current open vacancy. In this role you will assign work and provide work direction to personnel involved in custodial and maintenance work at TPU and perform custodial and semi-skilled building maintenance and repair duties.
Responsibilities Include

• Maintain records of activities performed and supplies utilized.
• Inspect building for need of repair and maintenance; perform routine security inspections.
• Requisition supplies and materials according to established procedures.
• Move a variety of furniture and equipment including furniture, office machines and partitions.
• Oversee and perform a variety of custodial duties as needed; clean restrooms; sweep, mop, wax and buff floors, dust; wash windows, walls, mirrors and partitions.
• Operate a variety of equipment including city truck, manual and electrical tools, hand trucks, dollies, ladders, lift trucks, vacuums, buffers and hand carts.
• Set up auditorium, work rooms, training conference rooms and other rooms for meetings; move chairs, tables and audio/visual equipment; set up public address systems and lights.
• Provide work direction and guidance to assigned employees; assign duties and review completed work; maintain routine employee records.
• Oversee and perform a variety of repair duties on furniture, venetian blinds, doors, locks, hinges, cleaning equipment, clocks, floor and ceiling tiles and ceramic tiles as needed; patch holes in floors, ceilings and walls; replace light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and fire extinguishers.

Qualifications
An equivalent combination to:

• Two years of commercial custodian and/or commercial building maintenance experience OR
• Two years' experience as a city of Tacoma Building Maintenance Worker
• Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and skills listed above AND

Licenses, Certificates And Other Requirements
Valid Washington Driver's license
Knowledge & Skills

• Operate a variety of equipment including city truck, manual and electrical tools, hand trucks, dollies, ladders, lift trucks, fork lift, vacuums, buffers and hand carts.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Principles of assigning work and providing work direction to others.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Methods, equipment and materials used in custodial work.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Requirements of maintaining buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Make minor mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Provide work direction to Building Maintenance Workers and custodial personnel.
• Plan and organize work.
• Maintain simple records.
• Lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Perform custodial and semi-skilled building maintenance and repair duties at an assigned facility.
• Perform minor maintenance using a variety of tools and machines utilized in the basic trades.
• Evaluate repair and maintenance needs.
• Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
• Methods, tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair work.

Selection Process & Supplemental Information
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City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities, and accomplishments related to this position.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the supplemental questions scored by an evaluation committee. Each applicant will be scored on the basis of information provided. It is the responsibility of the applicant to describe all relevant experience and training. Applicants must pass the examination process to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.
Appointment is subject to passing a background check and a pre-employment medical examination that will include drug screening . This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between The City of Tacoma and Local 17. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.
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If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 5/26/2023 5:00 PM Pacific