Facilities Supervisor (MEP) at City of Dothan

DescriptionThis position is responsible for supervising and coordinating personnel within the Facilities division of the department in the performance of the construction repair and maintenance of City facilities.Major DutiesAssists in the planning organization and implementation of assigned projects within the facilities systems division.Leads trains and supervises Facilities Maintenance Technicians in the performance of all work and maintenance of City facilities to include renovation remodeling new construction woodworking etc.Provides cost estimates on jobs to include purchasing materials according to City policy and procedures as needed to complete work projects.Assists with installation of new water and waste systems and appurtenances in remodeled expanded or new facilities.Assists with installations alterations and repairs of electrical components such as wires lighting power appliances machinery overhead circuits underground conduits and pole lines to include working on specialized equipment.Participates and assists in the installation or repair of major or medium HVAC systems Direct Digital Controls and equipment.Assists in new construction to include the installation of extensive electrical plumbing and/or HVAC work.Assists in assigning work orders to Facilities Maintenance Technicians and Facilities Workers. Oversees and ensures that work orders are processed and completed in the computer system accounting for labor and materials in a timely manner.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITIONKnowledge of construction installation maintenance and repair of plumbing systems.Knowledge of construction installation maintenance and repair of commercial/industrial electrical systems.Knowledge of state and local electrical plumbing and building codes to include ADA requirements.Knowledge of HVAC systems Direct Digital controls and equipment.Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures.Knowledge of computers and job-related software.Skill in the use of tools both hand and power.Skill in planning and organizing projects.Skill in the safe operation of motor vehicles.Skill in interpersonal relations.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings schematics and blueprints.Ability to problem solve and exercise critical thinking.Ability to coordinate project activities involving multiple participants (i.e. staff departments etc.)SUPERVISORY CONTROLSThe Facilities Maintenance Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with City procedures and the precision of the results with the initial request.GUIDELINESGuidelines include building codes ADA requirements contract specifications and both City and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and explicit but may require interpretation in application.COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORKThe work consists of related technical and maintenance duties. The variety of tasks to be performed contributes to the difficulty of the work.The purpose of this position is to support the construction maintenance and repair of City facilities. Successful performance in this position contributes to the efficient and effective sustainment of those facilities.CONTACTSContacts are typically with coworkers vendors contractors and the public.Contacts are typically to give or exchange information resolve problems and provide service.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work is typically performed while standing walking bending crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts both light and heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds climbs ladders uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity distinguishes between shades of color and utilizes a sense of smell.The work is typically performed in various City facilities to include an office stockroom warehouse outdoors or new construction facilities and can be performed in hot cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise dust dirt grease and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks goggles gloves etc.SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITYThis position supervises Facilities Technician (MEP) I Facilities Technician (MEP) II Facilities Worker and other employees as assigned.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); andPossession of a current and valid certification in Electrical Technology HVAC Plumbing and/or an Associates degree in Electrical Technology HVAC Plumbing or a very closely related field from an accredited* college or university Journeymans license (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors) Provisional License of Electrical Contracting (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors and/or Electrical Contractors License (issued by the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors); andFive (5) years recent experience in electrical plumbing and/or HVAC work two (2) years of which must be in a commercial/industrial setting; andTwo (2) years recent experience reading construction documents.ORGraduation from a standard senior-high school or GED equivalent as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); andFive (5) years current and continuous experience in the Facilities Technician (MEP) progression with the City of Dothan; andCurrently employed as a Facilities Technician (MEP) II with the City of Dothan.Three (3) years supervisory experience in the construction field preferred.One (1) year recent experience with any of the standard Microsoft office products (Word Excel PowerPoint etc.) preferred.One (1) year experience with Central Square preferred.Graduation from an accredited* college or university with an Associates degree or higher in Construction Management Building Science or closely related field preferred.*Accredited through an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education (CHEA).NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSPossession of a valid driver license and acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01)Employees may be required to be on-call (evenings weekends holidays etc.) according to division protocol and procedures; or respond to emergency situations as necessary.An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal credit past employment and reference checks.Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12)Must meet the City of Dothans employment physical standard which includes drug/alcohol testing.Application / ExaminationQualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing.An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action EmployerRequired Experience:Manager Key Skills Employee Evaluation,Facilities Maintenance,Maximo,Facilities Management,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,CMMS,Maintenance Management,OSHA,Maintenance,Cordova,Supervising Experience Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 26 - 42