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OT Status Legend:
Non-Exempt = Hourly Position
Exempt = Salaried Position
Excellence is the responsibility of everyone at the City of Chandler. We lead by our core values in constant pursuit of excellence:

*Commitment – Dedicate oneself to consistent and excellent public service
*Innovation – Implement unique, creative and cost-effective solutions
*Communication – Communicate in a positive, honest and productive manner
*Integrity - Adherence to high ethical standards
*Diversity – Promote inclusiveness and impartiality throughout the organization
*Personal Responsibility – Take initiative to achieve excellence and accept accountability
*Respect – Demonstrate a high regard for others
*Teamwork – Promote cooperative efforts, open communication and trust

All City employees are expected to conduct themselves in a way consistent with the above values.

 
Job Description
FACILITLIES MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT

Pay Grade: 25                    FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Group: Supervisory (S)            Class Code: F040
Effective Date: 4/10                
            
Classification Summary:
The primary function of an employee in this class is to plan, organize and supervise the personnel involved in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities, electronic and mechanical equipment, electrical and plumbing systems, and HVAC/R systems. Responsibilities include contract supervision, administration of the preventative maintenance program, blueprint evaluation, costing, and coordination of remodeling schedules with City Departments and contractors. Additionally, the employee oversees the Energy Management System. An employee in this class may be assigned to other duties in the City's Community Services Department.

Essential Functions:
Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned.
Plans, organizes, supervises and inspects the work of staff involved in facility maintenance activities including carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC/R for the maintenance, remodeling and rebuilding of existing facilities or in the construction of new facilities;
Participates in the planning, selection, design, implementation and maintenance of the City's building & facilities, electronic & mechanical equipment, electrical and plumbing systems, and the HVAC/R systems; assists with developing long range plans for renovation of existing facilities and construction of future facilities;
Schedules and prioritizes work assignments; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; coordinates projects and work activities with other divisions, departments, contractors; confers with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; oversees, coordinates and conducts training activities;
Reviews and inspects the work of assigned staff to assure the work quality, and timely completion of assigned duties and responsibilities;
Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, addresses employee concerns and problems, counsels, disciplines and completes performance appraisals;
Conducts interviews and makes hiring decisions;
Responds to complaints and suggests and recommends corrective measures as necessary to resolve issues;
Monitors work environment and ensures compliance with safety procedures and applicable building and related codes;
Oversees and monitors work of contractors, inspects work to ensure quality and compliance with terms of contracts and regulatory compliance, reviews contractor price quotes; recommends appropriate payment or non-payment at the completion of work;
Attends pre-construction meetings; meets with professional engineers, architects, and contractors for pre-design information related to the remodeling of existing facilities and the construction of new city facilities;
Reads and interprets specifications, plans, and blueprints for construction and remodeling projects and makes recommendations prior to and during construction;
Develops and trains crew; instructs crew in work techniques and the proper use and maintenance of all equipment;
Assists in writing bid specifications on equipment; inspects, tests and evaluates incoming supplies, materials and equipment;
Responds to emergency situations, evaluating situation and/or damage and taking the necessary steps to protect City property;
Develops and implements preventative maintenance schedules to ensure regular servicing/maintenance of mechanical/electrical systems and equipment;
Prepares daily activity reports, including complaint resolutions, maintenance and repair logs, vehicle inspection forms, and other technical and statistical documentation;
Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies: ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities; approves and/or initiates orders for new/replacement materials;
Performs various administrative tasks; establishes operating procedures and standards; provides budgetary input; prepares cost estimates for repair and remodeling work; monitors expenditures; reviews and approves purchase requisitions or expenditures of assigned staff; reviews time sheets and maintains attendance records;
Oversees the general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in good operating conditions;
Monitors status of HVAC operations through Energy Management system; participates in the energy conservation program; monitors energy usage and regulates systems;
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures;
Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activities, conditions and faulty equipment. Follows City-wide safety policy and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the City's Safety Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Supervisory skills, employee evaluations, and training methods;
Methods, materials, tools and standard practices for operation and maintenance of electrical, plumbing, HVAC/R and energy management systems and components;
Methods, materials, tools and standard practices regarding carpentry, painting, drywall, and welding assignments, concrete construction and repair related to interior and exterior building maintenance, repair, and remodeling;
Federal, State and local codes and guidelines such as the Uniform Building Codes for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire and safety, including federal ADA requirements;
Key and security systems and layout of city complex;
NFPA 70E ARC Flash/Blast and electrical workplace safety;
Federal EPA regulations on handling of refrigerants, hazardous materials, and asbestos;
Municipal bidding and contract procedures;
Municipal accounting and budgeting procedures;
Federal OSHA and State and County regulations and City policies regarding safe work practices.

Ability to:
Follow written and oral instructions;
Establish project priorities and assign work orders, materials, staff and equipment and other resources for timely completion of projects;
Read and interpret work orders, maps, blueprints, technical specifications and operational manuals for vehicles and equipment;
Perform mathematical calculations in order to calculate quantities, trends, times, distances, measures and weights;
Operate power equipment;
Operate hand tools;
Operate and train employees in the safe and efficient use of all motor vehicles and related equipment required for completion of work assignments;
Operate a motor vehicle;
Prepare reports, including work orders, performance logs and records, maintenance logs, and related compliance documents;
Operate standard office equipment including a personal computer and related software and demonstrate proficiency to prepare work orders, daily work logs, email and timesheets and assist other staff with related questions;
Communicate effectively and establish and maintain working relationships with the public, vendors, contractors and other city departments and employees.

Supervision Received:
The work is performed under the supervision of the Parks & Facilities Maintenance Manager.

Supervision Exercised:
This position supervises journey-level building trade workers.

Minimum Qualifications:
Vocational/Technical degree with coursework in building, construction, maintenance, and repair; and
Six (6) years experience in building trades or mechanical maintenance, facilities management, including at least two years of supervisory experience; and
40 Hour HAZWOPER Certificate within 1 year of hire or promotion date; and
Refrigerant Transition & Recovery Certification; and
Valid Arizona Driver's License; or
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Work Environment:
The primary duties of this class are performed in a public building environment that may include working in adverse weather conditions and hazards involving the use of power tools and equipment.

Essential Physical Abilities:
Sufficient clarity of hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions;
Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and work orders, technical manuals and related diagrams, and move through unfamiliar buildings and rooms;
Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a variety of power and hand tools and to make adjustments to equipment;
Sufficient strength to lift and carry objects over 50 pounds;
Sufficient body flexibility and balance to supervise and perform maintenance and repair operations which require climbing, working on ladders and power lifts, and work in confined spaces.