General Maintenance Supervisor II (Austin Parks and Recreation)

About This Position

Job Description:

General Maintenance Supervisor II

Purpose: 

Under general supervision, this position directs the activities of maintenance personnel and/or crews responsible for performing general maintenance work on City buildings, facilities, and grounds.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: 

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Inspects construction and construction sites for compliance with codes, specifications, safety ordinances, etc.; enforces safety rules.

• Assists in developing operating budget for division. Orders and issue supplies, parts, etc.

• Develops and revises operating procedures.

• Trains personnel in performance of job tasks; develops work schedule; assigns job duties and monitors task completion; and reviews work for accuracy and completeness.

• Reads profiles and blueprints; inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: 

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Local ordinances and building codes.

• Knowledge of general characteristics of facilities, machinery, and equipment.

• Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and procedures used in building maintenance and repair.

• Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to work being performed.

• Skill in evaluating needs for routine and/or emergency maintenance and repairs.

• Skill in establishing work priorities.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus five (5) years of experience in general building and construction work, two years of which were in a lead/supervisory capacity.

Licenses and Certifications Required: 

• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days of employment, a valid Texas driver's license.

Physical Requirements: 

• Light. Tasks performed with lightweight materials or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty pounds.

Preferred Experience:

• Direct experience in janitorial services including cleaning parks and outdoor facilities with the ability to prioritize high-impact areas such as restrooms, pavilions, and high-use zones.

• Direct experience completing work logs, checklists, and incident reports.

• Direct experience creating and managing efficient work route plans.

• Direct experience in the procurement of supplies, managing inventory, and budget oversight.

• Direct experience working with the public and stakeholder groups to resolve conflicts.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook).

• Proficiency in utilizing a work order system, addressing personnel and employee grievances, and generating associated reports.

Other:

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Notes to Candidate:

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation (APR) provides, protects, and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural, and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.