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Building and Grounds Superintendent (Headquarters)

Virginia.gov
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Aug 2025
💰 $88,964/yr($77,360/yr$88,964/yr)

About the role

Title: Building and Grounds Superintendent (Headquarters)

State Role Title: Trades Manager I

Hiring Range: $77,360 - $88,964

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: Richmond, VA

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking a Building and Grounds Superintendent for the DMV Headquarters Facility in Richmond, VA.

This hands-on supervisory position is responsible for directing all phases of a comprehensive buildings and grounds maintenance program for the Department of Motor Vehicles Headquarters Facility. This position supervises the buildings & grounds maintenance, landscaping, janitorial, pest control, power and plant operation, renovation projects and related services for the 310,000+ SF HQ building. This position also serves as back-up for related activities regarding maintenance/repair of the field facilities and field superintendents. The superintendent is vital in establishing the Preventative Maintenance Program and coordinating work for reactive response pertaining to urgent and emergency actions and serves as the building fire marshal and compliance official for safety and fire systems.

Core Responsibilities:
• Providing guidance, expertise and coordination in repair/renovation projects and determining if repairs can be executed by Facilities Services personnel or if they will require contracted support
• Coordinating the sequencing of all electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, grounds, and paint work
• Reads and interprets blueprints and schematics provided by architects and engineers or in-house plans to accomplish work
• Ensuring staff receives frequent, constructive feedback, including interim evaluations as appropriate and outlining clear expectations as it relate to the goals and objectives of the department
• Utilizing Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Risk Management resource materials, attending trade and safety seminars, and correcting all code and safety violations
• Providing critical operational information to administrative and executive staff member as required
This position is vital in establishing the Preventative Maintenance Program and coordinating work for reactive responses pertaining to urgent and emergency actions.

The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves many businesses, including dealers, fuel tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values: Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don’t just talk about our core values. We live them!

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable experience complying with building codes and regulations
• Considerable experience and knowledge of building materials, methods, and using tools involved in construction
• Work experience in managing material and equipment storage
• Considerable experience complying with federal, local and state laws and regulations
• Considerable experience managing multiple projects and work activities
• Extensive knowledge of building operations and systems
• Progressive experience trouble shooting pneumatic and electrical systems to identify problems and minimize equipment downtime
• Proficient at reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics
• Experience with delegating work to employees based on skill sets and business needs
• Proficient with procurement practices, policies, and procedures
• Journey level experience in multiple trades
• Must be able to lift more than 50 pounds

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.

All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent

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