What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Services Manager 1 position at Commonwealth of PA?
THE POSITION
Do you possess strong leadership qualities and a comprehensive knowledge of building maintenance and related trades? If so, we want to meet you! The Department of General Services (DGS) is excited to welcome a motivated Facility Services Manager 1 to perform a variety of administrative and supervisory functions surrounding the management of in-house staff, vendors, and contractors involved in custodial services, renovations, repairs, maintenance, and day-to-day operations of the Labor & Industry Building and the Commonwealth Garage. Showcase your skill set while providing vital services to help the government operate more efficiently, effectively, and safely!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Facility Services Manager 1, you will plan, organize, direct, and supervise maintenance repair staff on minor and emergency maintenance repairs, in addition to collaborating with a Custodial Work Supervisor to manage custodial staff surrounding full service custodial duties and responsibilities. Maintenance staff performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair duties involving the general upkeep and internal office maintenance of buildings. Duties of the custodial staff include snow and ice removal, and cleaning and maintaining offices and buildings by cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, removing trash, sweeping and dusting, replenishing supplies, and more.
This professional is tasked with prioritizing work to be accomplished, supplying proper checklists, and providing necessary instructions to ensure balance and constant workload. You will also perform routine daily building inspections to ensure custodial, environmental control, and maintenance standards are achieved and that all deficiencies are cited. Within this role, you will be expected to be on-call and respond to maintenance and repair requirements at any time.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
- This position is deemed essential, meaning you may be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Two years as a Facility Services Supervisor (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Four years of routine maintenance work experience which includes two years of supervisory experience overseeing trades or building maintenance employees in a commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential facility; or
- An associate’s degree in commercial property management, commercial real estate, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, HVAC, electrical technology, electronics, building automation, construction, or a related field; and two years of supervisory experience overseeing trades or building maintenance employees in a commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential facility; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes two years of supervisory experience overseeing trades or building maintenance employees in a commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential facility.
Special Requirements:
- This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.
Additional Requirements:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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