Facilities Superintendent

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

We LOVE De Soto

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  - We lift up our community
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  - We take ownership of our collective performance
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  - We value and respect all employees
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  - We empower employees to grow

The purpose of the position is to supervise City-wide facility maintenance operations and to coordinate and oversee facilities-related administrative functions. This is accomplished by scheduling and managing staff; developing cleaning standards; developing priorities and quality control programs; implementing maintenance requests and preventative programs; coordinating contracts, vendors, and the bidding process; investigating complaints and requests; and recommending budget expenditures. Other duties may include completing special projects and activities.

• Manages the activities of the Facilities Maintenance and Custodial staff by assigning tasks; establishing standards; training staff on equipment and chemical applications; adhering to safety methods; implementing a quality control program; and hiring and evaluating performance;
• Coordinates and provides project management for repair projects;
  Develops and implements a facilities maintenance program by assessing the condition of all facilities; developing long-range replacement plans; reviews work orders, reviews maintenance request status; prioritizes projects; coordinating materials; and scheduling inspections;
• Ensures the completion of a variety of construction and building maintenance projects by coordinating the bidding process; reviewing proposals; managing vendors and contracts; and supervising work;
• Develops and administers budgets by reviewing and approving expenditures; recommending annual expenditures; coordinating equipment, material, and supply purchases; and maintaining all warranties; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Facility Management and Maintenance, Construction, or related field;
• Five (5) years of related work experience;
• Master Electrician or HVAC License preferred;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Driver’s License.

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Skill in planning, developing, and implementing facilities maintenance programs;
• Skill in managing staff;
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with contractors and external parties;
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends; and
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.

The full salary range for this role is $66,434.40 - $96,992.21. The hiring range for this role is $66,434.40 - $76, 235.00.

Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions.

The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000.

This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents.

Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems.

Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees.

Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds.

Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1.

Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age.

Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year).

Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year).

All Fire…