Building Maintenance Lead - City of Freeport, Texas
Freeport, TX
About the Job
BUILDING MAINTENANCE LEAD
DEFINITION
Under direction of the Public Works Director, administers a comprehensive Building Maintenance Program for the City of Freeport; provides technical assistance to City staff in areas of responsibility; performs related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Plans, organizes, assigns, directs, and evaluates building maintenance staff and activities in major public works areas;
Building Maintenance - Includes city property, buildings and related structures.
| ➢ Run daily maintenance operations of the property and buildings under supervision of the Public Works Director. ➢ Inspect property and buildings for life/safety issues and take immediate corrective action. ➢ Identify building maintenance needs, prioritize work and take corrective actions. ➢ Be a self-starter and work independently ➢ Perform a full range of skilled building maintenance for extended periods of time. ➢ Repair and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment. ➢ Lift up to 50 pounds above the waist and carry heavy objects. ➢ Use of computer and appropriate computer software. ➢ Operate with a high level of organization. ➢ Maintain a clean work area. ➢ Works closely with other members of the Public Works Management team to provide a coordinated and supportive approach to service delivery. ➢ Directs the work of building maintenance personnel. ➢ Responsible for emergency call out |
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices, methods and materials for municipal maintenance projects and activities; principles, practices and techniques related to building maintenance, and facilities; supervisory principles and methods, including goal setting, budget preparation and administration and employee supervision; safety practices pertaining to the work; applicable state and federal laws and regulations; and work planning, organization and scheduling techniques.
Ability to:
| ➢ Plan, organize, assign, direct, review and evaluate comprehensive municipal maintenance activities ➢ Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and make creative recommendations; read and interpret plans and specifications and guidelines. ➢ Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work; represent the City effectively in meetings with others. ➢ Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence. ➢ Perform preventative maintenance on buildings included but not limited to: skilled carpentry, electrical, painting, plastering, dry walling, plumbing, heating, HVAC and. mechanical repair work, door hardware, exit and emergency lighting. ➢ Repair electrical switches, outlets, lighting systems and fixtures. ➢ Perform advanced level plumbing work including sinks, toilets, faucets, water heaters and pipes, ice machines; clear obstructions from water and sewer lines. ➢ Perform adequate level of carpentry work including the repair of stairs, decking, handrails and trim, walls, siding, doors and other carpentry work. ➢ Operate, maintain and repair a variety of mechanical tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, generators, pressure washers, landscape equipment, bucket truck required for maintenance skills. ➢ Actively participate in the positive development of other facilities maintenance team members and the development of technical knowledge of the team. ➢ Subject to on call rotation. ➢ Provide a high level of customer service at all times. ➢ Consistently provide quality service. |
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License and have a satisfactory driving record.
Maintain appropriate licenses for area of responsibility.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A typical way of gaining the knowledge and abilities outlined above is:
Education:
Five years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance of buildings/facilities is preferred.
- Must pass a City drug analysis test, and successfully complete a Freeport Police Department background check.
