Central Maintenance Administrator

The Central Maintenance Administrator is a management position responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance programs for all regional parks in the NOVA Parks’ system.  The Central Maintenance Administrator is responsible for the management of the Central Maintenance facility, including employees, vehicles, equipment, and materials.  Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Park Operations.  Considerable latitude for independent judgment and action is provided.  Annual performance goals will be set for the Central Maintenance Administrator.

Hiring Salary Range:  $93,710.40 - $107,708.48

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (with illustrative examples of work)

Manage personnel:

• Plan, direct, and control the work of Central Maintenance employees in the maintenance of park facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Determine workload, assign priorities, schedule employees, and allocate resources.
• Maintain attendance records, approve leave, and authorize payment of wages.
• Prepare various personnel and administrative reports, including employee performance appraisals.
• Develop performance goals and objectives and evaluate employee performance against those standards.
• Develop and implement training programs for employees.
• Analyze and resolve employee work problems through application and interpretation of Personnel Policies.
• Select applicants, interview, and recommend applicants for regular, full-time employment.
• Ensure adherence to fair and equitable employment practices.
• Promote high levels of work performance and employee morale.

Plan, coordinate, and execute maintenance program: 

• Plan, assign, and direct maintenance projects including construction and repair of facilities and buildings.
• Administer and maintain a Computer Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) system for work-orders, preventive maintenance tasks, equipment inventory, history, and reporting.
• Coordinate regular training on CMMS system, including SOPs.
• Prepare work-in-progress reports for management review.
• Communicate with operations personnel on progress and changes in project status.
• Plan, assign, and direct repair and maintenance of utility systems such as electrical, heating/cooling, and plumbing.
• Assist with coordination and oversight of contractors for work in parks.
• Plan, assign, and direct repair and maintenance of vehicles, small engines, and heavy equipment.
• Develop and implement plans and procedures for continuous inspection of facilities, structures, equipment, and grounds to measure conformance to specifications and established standards.
• Maintain, monitor, and enhance preventive maintenance programs.
• Keep abreast of construction industry standards and relevant state codes/laws.
• Coordinate agency-wide snow removal coverage.
• Assist with coordinating work projects that support NOVA Parks businesses to include, but not limited to light shows, batting cages, waterparks, special events, spring cleanups, etc.

Develop and manage budget:

• Prepare and recommend annual budget for Central Maintenance.
• Interpret and apply NOVA Parks’ policies and procedures to meet personnel, budget, property management, and general service needs of NOVA Parks.
• Execute and monitor operating budget to ensure sound fiscal management.
• Collaborate with field staff on seeking and evaluating landscape maintenance contract work, including tree and invasives removal.
• Assist with pricing recommendations for park projects. 

Manage Central Maintenance facility:

• Ensure sufficient material and equipment inventories.
• Conduct periodic inventory counts of materials, vehicles, and equipment.
• Apply and interpret safety standards and ensure compliance.
• Ensure security of Central Maintenance facilities and assets.
• Inspect Central Maintenance facilities, equipment, and grounds for hazards and for adherence to NOVA Parks standards.
• Oversee grounds/facility maintenance.
• Identify maintenance problems and hazards, implement corrective actions, or refer to Risk Manager.
• Operate various equipment as needed and perform related work including manual labor.
• Maintain knowledge and skill sufficient to assist in trades work such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.

Perform administrative duties:

• Develop short- and long-term goals and recommend operating objectives and goals, strategies, and implementation plans.
• Investigate accidents, thefts, vandalism, and other violations and file approp