Maintenance Superintendent

General Statement of Duties:
To manage all aspects of maintenance operations and staff, ensuring an efficient, comfortable, safe environment and welcoming grounds, facility, and parks. Maintain central supply of maintenance material; to prepare and maintain records and reports; and to perform related work as required. To apply time performing corrective and preventative maintenance services on all Lenawee County buildings, grounds, facilities and parks.

Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general direction of the County Administrator or designee.

Supervision Exercised: Supervision is exercised over maintenance and custodial staff, and vendors assigned to assist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: These examples do not include all of the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.

• Organize and supervise the work of a group of maintenance employees engaged in maintenance of a group of county buildings.

• Prepare work schedules and inspect work in progress and upon completion.

• Prepare and maintain work, supply, and time records, and other reports.

• Order, maintain, and issue maintenance supplies.

• Supervise building maintenance and repair work involving painting, plumbing, carpentry, locksmithing and other services.

• Maintain heating and air condition systems, including computerized energy management system.

• Supervise the operation of power tools and equipment, including various hand tools and power-driven equipment.

• Assist in training personnel.

• Plan, design, and write specifications for new installations, remodeling and repair projects.

• Contact and overs contractors regarding major repair and maintenance work.

• Plan a preventative maintenance program.

• Inspect facilities environment, safety, climate, and appearance.

• Develop and manage the budget for the capital improvement plan for all operational buildings, grounds, and facilities; assist and advise other department heads on potential capital improvement projects.

• Review accounts payable, payroll, paid leave, and other budget related matters.

• Perform related work as required.

Desirable Education, Experience and/or Qualifications: An employee in this class, upon appointment should have the equivalent of the following training, qualifications and/or experience.

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalent, supplemented by technical training on one of more of the skilled trades.

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, repair, custodial, or related work.

• Preferred Associates in business or facilities management.

• Computer skills are necessary to effectively utilize word processing, spreadsheet and accounting software systems and the ability to be trained on a specific software program.

• Experienced or knowledge of computerized energy management systems.

• Considerable knowledge of general building maintenance techniques.

• Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of low-pressure boilers, heating and air condition systems.

• Considerable knowledge of power-driven equipment and supplies used in maintenance activities.

• Reasonable knowledge in one or more of the skilled trades.

• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of a group of employees.

• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records of work performed and of supplies on hand.

• Ability to understand and interpret oral and written instructions.

• Ability to take initiative and be resourceful in solving problems.

• Ability to work effectively with other officials, employees & the general public.

Working Conditions and Physical Abilities:

· Must be able to work indoors and in all types of outdoor weather.

• Must be in good physical health and with the ability to lift, balance, and transport 60 pounds.

• Must be able to see and notice the needs of others.

• Mobility, including the ability to climb ladders, bend or crawl into awkward spaces.

• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.

• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.

• Coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Department: Building & Grounds
Position #: 11935
Overtime Exempt: Yes
Union: Non-Union/Full-Time (40 hours per week, 2,080 hours per year)
Pay Grade: NU8051 (Hourly rate listed at the top of this posting)
Work Location: Physical Resources Bldg. 320 Springbrook Ave., Adrian MI.

Fringe benefits include:

• Health Insurance - Eligible employees have an option between five (5) Simply Blue health plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Employee premium requirements vary by plan type
• Dental Insurance - Delta Dental of Michigan. Employer paid premium
• Vision Insurance - Optional. Employee and Employer split monthly premium 50% - 50%
• Life Insurance - Employer paid premium
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment - Employer paid premium
• Short Term Disability - Employer paid premium
• Long Term Disability - Employer paid premium
• Defined Contribution 401(a) Money Purchase Plan - Mandatory participation 5% employee / 5% employer funded.
• Accumulated paid leave
• Various holidays

Additional employment information may be found at http://http://lenawee.mi.us/574/Employment-Opportunities

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