Facilities Superintendent

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.