Maintenance Supervisor 1 - Saratoga

Description

Duties Description

Under the supervision of higher-level managers and the Maintenance Supervisor 3, the Maintenance Supervisor 1 supervises programs and operations within Saratoga Spa State Park in the Maintenance Department. They will be a working supervisor involved in all aspects of maintaining and repairing park buildings, utility systems and grounds.

Typical Assignments Include But Are Not Limited To

• Supervises and coordinates the activities of a variety of permanent and seasonal skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled staff engaging in a broad range of park maintenance and repair work, which may include skilled trades work within the Saratoga Capital District region.
• Plans and lays out work, assigns staff, provides instruction and assistance, coordinates among work teams, actively supervises, and inspects work in progress and upon completion.
• Prepares written reports in response to specific assignments, work orders and other assignments as needed.
• Leads the staff by emphasizing health and safety guidelines, modeling and enforcing all Agency policies, providing training and orientation of new staff, and formally evaluating the performance of all staff under their supervision.
• Coordinates with higher level management staff as directed to assure that priority needs for maintenance and repair are promptly identified and addressed in a manner which avoids disruption of park operations to the greatest extent feasible.
• Determines needs for purchasing materials, equipment, and supplementary contractor services for required maintenance and repair of buildings, mechanical systems, fixed equipment, and grounds.
• Completes necessary purchasing requests and prepares and/or compiles any required supporting documentation.
• Sets standards and assigns tasks based on the daily operational needs of the regional maintenance department.
• Carries out other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

One year of trade experience* subsequent to the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience such as that required for a Trades Specialist (Carpenter), Trades Specialist (Electrician), Service & Repair Mechanic (Electronics), Trades Generalist, Grounds Construction Supervisor, Trades Specialist (Locksmith), Trades Specialist (Machinist), Trades Specialist (Mason & Plasterer), Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), Trades Specialist (Painter), Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter), Service & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R), Trades Specialist (Roofing), or Trades Specialist (Welder).

• If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
  
  

Operating Needs

Additional Comments

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be well versed in local building codes, reading diagrams, and understanding building plans as well as performing grounds maintenance.
• Must be well organized and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• May be required to report and travel to other facilities throughout the region on an as-needed basis.
  
  

Benefits Information

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

• Paid Time Off:
• 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
• Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx