HIGHLIGHTS

SUNY Geneseo is looking for a new team member to join The Facilities Department as a Maintenance Supervisor 2. This position supervises and provides technical direction to the building maintenance program. Incumbent reviews work requests, estimates materials, labor needs, and costs. Incumbent utilizes the work order control system to insure the proper scheduling, planning and availability of fiscal and material resources and tracking of completed work and trends. The incumbent will monitor staff work progress, develop and implement a preventative maintenance program, and maintain necessary records and reports of maintenance activity. He or she will supervise maintenance staff by establishing work priorities, approving and enforcing work schedules, enforcing rules, standards and policies and coordinating the activities performed by staff. Incumbent will become certified to the level required to help lead and supervise the campus asbestos abatement team.

DIVISION OPERATING NEEDS

Applicants must possess a valid NYS driver’s license, be able to understand and follow instructions and read, write and communicate verbally. Candidates must have a record of dependability and past work performance, including satisfactory time and attendance record. Candidates must possess computer skills adequate to work with computerized maintenance management systems and other computerized applications as assigned. Applicants must have a working knowledge of appropriate plumbing and electrical code regulations, fire and safety codes and regulations and standards. Ability to train and supervise a group of employees. Ability to read and interpret plans, technical manuals, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications used in the building, mechanical and electrical trades. Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment and materials of the building, electrical and mechanical trades.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must have permanent appointment in a Maintenance Supervisor, SG-17 classified position or be reachable for appointment on the current NY State Civil Service canvass list for a Maintenance Supervisor, SG-17.

New York State Preferred Lists candidates have preference.

This position requires two years of experience supervising workers in the maintenance and operation of a physical plant or in building renovation or construction OR one year as a Maintenance Supervisor I.

This position is supervised by the Associate Director of Facilities & Energy Services.

This position supervises three to fifteen employees regularly. The possible titles of the positions supervised could be: Carpenter, Painter, Locksmith, Electrician, General Mechanics, Electronic Equipment Mechanic, Plumber & Steamfitter, Maintenance Assistants and Maintenance Helpers.

Function 1: Plan and Oversee Maintenance Jobs

-Review maintenance requests and as required visits the work/project site to confirm the nature and extent of maintenance requested and to determine dimensions, materials, equipment and labor required to complete the project
-Meet with supervisors involved to coordinate and schedule work to be performed
-Assign staff to the project, providing oral and written instructions. -Observe and inspect jobs in progress and when completed to insure proper use of materials and equipment and that regulations and codes are followed
-Consult with and advise administrators on the feasibility and possible alternatives to proposed projects and equipment purchases.

Function 2: Supervision/Training

-Develop and implement training programs and record keeping based on observation of work performance. Delivery of training will be a coordination of internal and external providers
-Provide instructions and assistance in the solution of work related problems and in the performance of specific tasks
-Evaluate the work performance of subordinate employees and take corrective action
-Implement and enforce safety procedures and standards for staff

Function 3: Budget

-Prepare reports of estimates and actual costs for manpower, materials and equipment for each project
-Assist in the preparation of the annual operating budget by recommending the budget requirements for the facility’s maintenance programs, including staffing, materials and equipment needs

Function 4: Work Requests

-Review work requests to determine nature of the project, its appropriateness and feasibility and priorities
-Schedule work and issue work orders
-Prepare and implement a preventative maintenance program
-Order or direct the ordering of materials and equipment

Function 6: Computer Usage

-Maintain computerized records
-Work proficiently in the use of computerized maintenance management system, e-mail and other computer applications as assigned or required

Function 7: Asbestos Abatement

-Incumbent will become certified to the level required to assist in supervision of the campus abatement team