Facilities Maintenance Foreman

Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

The City of Clayton is seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Supervisor to lead the maintenance team responsible for keeping City of Clayton facilities safe, attractive, and operating efficiently. This hands‑on leadership position combines technical work, project coordination, and employee supervision while offering excellent benefits, a generous pension, stable employment, and a predictable schedule.

Starting at $72,136 annually ($34.68/hour). Starting salary is generally at Step 1 of the City’s pay plan and is based on qualifications and internal equity.

Named by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch as a Top Workplace for two years running, the City of Clayton values teamwork, service, safety, and professional excellence. As part of our Public Works team, you’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who take pride in maintaining the buildings that serve our community every day.

• Pension (City contributes 9.59%; employee contributes 3%)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability insurance
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Paid Vacation Days, 12 Paid Sick Days, and 2 Personal Days (prorated during the first year)
• Paid professional development and training opportunities

• Lead, schedule, and oversee maintenance staff and contractors.
• Maintain and repair the buildings that keep City services running.
• Troubleshoot and complete a variety of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general maintenance projects.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Manage work orders and prioritize maintenance activities using tracking systems.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs for equipment and building systems.
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Respond to facility emergencies, including occasional after‑hours needs.

No two days are exactly alike—you may troubleshoot an HVAC issue in the morning, coordinate a contractor in the afternoon, and help prepare a facility for a community event before heading home.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of facility maintenance experience, including one year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Experience in at least two building trades such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or carpentry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Full-time
• Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00 pm

If you’re an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys solving problems, leading a team, and taking pride in maintaining public facilities, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position will remain open until filled.

Apply online today

Successful candidates for the position will be required to successfully complete additional screening including, but not limited to the following:
Background investigation, driver license check, DOT driving records check, employment and reference checks, pre‑employment physical and drug screening.