Salary : $64,443.88 - $85,388.14 Annually
Location : County of Culpeper, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 4210-2024-0617
Department: Environmental Services
Division: GENERAL PROPERTY
Opening Date: 06/17/2024
Closing Date: 7/31/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Summary

Under general supervision, plans, directs, supervises, coordinates, and, as necessary, participates in the full range of trade -related construction, maintenance, renovation, and repair of County buildings, building systems, equipment, grounds, Parks and related facilities; and maintenance and repair of water and wastewater treatment plants, storage and distribution systems; and, supervises the daily operation of the Solid Waste Transfer Station, residential convenience centers, and recycling programs.

Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans, directs, supervises, and coordinates the work of subordinate skilled and semi-skilled trades workers and maintenance staff
• Supervises the Solid Waste Transfer Station Staff and operation
• Prioritizes and schedules projects and work activities
• Ensures that all maintenance work, building operations, and equipment/system operations are in compliance with Department of Environmental Quality and Virginia Department of Health Regulations, with building codes, fire/safety codes, and other applicable codes; ensures compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures
• Ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of workers and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations
• Develops and maintains preventive maintenance program
• Supervises contractors
• Orders equipment, tools, parts, and supplies
• Meets with customers, internal partners, and contractors to develop plans, work, time, and personnel requirements
• Trains, coaches and mentors subordinates
• Responds to all email and telephone inquiries/requests

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed
• Performs other related duties as required

Qualifications

Education and Experience:
Education equivalent to a high school diploma supplemented by 5 years of qualifying experience and/or training that includes facilities management, project management, general building maintenance, electrical work, plumbing, HVAC systems, mechanical systems, and general construction.
Special Qualifications:
Must possess satisfactory results of a criminal history background check. Must possess or obtain within a specified timeframe and maintain a valid Virginia Class B commercial driver's license, DPOR License for Electrical and/or HVAC, Master Preferred, DPOR Class 1 Solid Waste Management Facility Operators License, and Certified Facility Manager (CFM) designation from International Facilities Management Association or other County approved organization.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of supervisory and administrative principles, practices, and techniques
• Advanced knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in general building maintenance, custodial maintenance, grounds maintenance, carpentry, and/or maintenance of plumbing systems, electrical systems, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
• Considerable knowledge of water treatment and wastewater treatment plant operations, and equipment and testing equipment
• Knowledge of methods, tools and equipment used to Operate a Solid Waste Transfer Station, residential convenience centers, and recycling collection systems including trash compactors, loaders, and roll-off trucks
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Skilled in operating various tools and equipment used in facilities management
• Ability to effectively oversee work of outside contractors, and to monitor the status and quality of projects and work activities contracted to outside service providers
• Ability to supervise and evaluate subordinates
• Ability to instruct, motivate and train subordinates in all phases of work and assist them their work problems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, partners, contractors, peers, subordinates, and superiors
• Ability to enforce safety and other regulations
• Ability to estimate trade related costs and scheduling parameters
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to use personal computers and software programs

Working Conditions & Disclaimer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as heavy. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to life, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. May be required to work afterhours, weekends and on call. Must be able to perceive and discriminate depths, odors, and colors.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Essential functions are regularly performed in and around various county buildings. May work on rough or uneven surfaces, and confined spaces. Tasks may risk exposure to chemicals, odors, machinery, wetness, dust, fumes, dirt, vibrations, electricity, driving and confined spaces.

Disclaimer
The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

General Sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all County policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to the policies.

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications as required of employees assigned to this job.
Culpeper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Culpeper County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
COUNTY OF CULPEPER BENEFITS
There are a wide variety of benefits available to full time employees. These benefits include medical, dental, retirement, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and a deferred compensation program.
RETIREMENT As a condition of full time employment, each individual is enrolled in a retirement plan with the Virginia Retirement System that provides a monthly benefit to all retirees for life. VRS Plans 1 and 2 and the VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty plans are defined benefit plans. The VRS Hybrid plan consists of both a defined benefit plan and a defined contribution plan.
All individuals, as a condition of employment, are required to contribute 5% of their gross salary into their retirement account each month.
LIFE INSURANCE The County of Culpeper provides a basic life insurance plan for all eligible employees. The coverage amount is an employee's annual salary, rounded up to the next highest thousand, then multiplied by 2. The County pays 100% of the cost of this benefit.
MEDICAL INSURANCE The County provides 2 medical plans that are offered through Anthem; HMO & HSA. Both provide various benefits to meet anyone's needs.
Health Keepers (HMO)
Lumenos HSA (PPO)
DENTAL INSURANCE The County offers three comprehensive dental plans for employees and their eligible dependents.
HOLIDAY/VACATION/SICK ACCRUALS The County offers 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation and sick accrual depend on the agency, office or department in which an individual is employed.
PAY FOR PERFORMANCE The County currently utilizes a merit pay system to determine employee salary increases.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY The County offers basic income protection through Anthem in the event an employee is unable to perform the essential functions of his or her position. Employees are paid 60% of their gross salary up to 76 days after a 14 calendar day waiting period is met. There is a 7 day waiting period for employees who are covered under the VRS Hybrid plan.
LONG TERM DISABILITY The County also offers additional income protection that will continue beyond the short term disability period until an employee is able to return to work or reaches retirement age. Employees are paid 50% of their monthly salary. This coverage is provided for a nominal cost to employees covered under VRS Plans 1 and 2 and the VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty plan. This coverage is provided at no cost to all employees covered under the VRS Hybrid plan.
VOLUNTARY INSURANCE PROGRAM The County offers voluntary insurance programs through a variety of insurance carriers. These include:
Personal Accident Indemnity Plan
Cancer Plan
Whole Life Insurance
Critical Illness Plans
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT The County offers a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) that allows employees to set aside up to $2,500 annually, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deductions, to pay for eligible medical, dental or vision expenses not covered by the benefit plans. This program is regulated by the IRS and runs concurrent with the benefit plan year. Open enrollment is held annually.
DEPENDENT CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM The County offers a Dependent Care Assistance Program that allows employees to set aside up to $5,000 annually, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deductions, to pay eligible dependent care expenses. This program is regulated by the IRS and runs concurrent with the benefit plan year. Open enrollment is held annually.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION The County offers a 457 through Nationwide as another alternative to set aside money for retirement.
WELLNESS PROGRAMS All eligible employees and their dependents are able to receive a flu shot each year. This program is free to employees, and offered at a nominal charge for spouses and dependents 18 and older.
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