Superintendent, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Superintendent (Property Management)

The General Services Department's mission is to provide City leadership in managing facilities, equipment, supplies, maintenance, and other support services to elected officials, departments, and residents in a safe, reliable, and efficient manner. The Property Management Division provides comprehensive facility HVAC-mechanical, electrical, plumbing support services that allow other city departments and elected officials to focus on their core missions.

The City of Houston is seeking a skilled professional responsible for the administrative functions in the planning, supervision, organization, administration and evaluation of operational and support services activities in the maintenance and management of City buildings, facilities and grounds.

This role is responsible for coordinating and tracking preventive and planned maintenance, unplanned and emergency maintenance/repair actions, troubleshooting and diagnostics, testing, documentation, on-call support, budgets, risks, contract capacity, and other key control metrics to ensure the timely and cost-effective management of City assets. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, blueprint reading, physical stamina, data analysis, problem solving skills, and experience supporting diverse maintenance teams.

The mission is to provide the City of Houston with best value, property management services. To accomplish GSD's mission and to meet the various needs of our clients, we are actively seeking a Superintendent who takes extreme pride in keeping commercial buildings safe, functional, compliant, and well-maintained.

The core duties of the Superintendent (Property Management) position center on maintenance oversight, regulatory compliance, vendor/contractor and staff supervision, budgeting, and tenant/occupant support. This position makes an immediate impact and adds value towards the achievement of the department's goals.

The Superintendent (Property Management) duties will include but are not limited to:

• Daily Facilities Oversight — Direct and oversee day-to-day building operations, including scheduling, supervising, and developing maintenance staff and technicians.
• Preventive Maintenance Programs — Develop and manage preventive maintenance for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and life-safety systems.
• Work Order & CMMS Management — Administer a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders, asset history, and maintenance schedules.
• Building Inspections — Conduct regular inspections to identify repair needs, hazards, and opportunities for improvement.
• Advise mechanical staff on complex repair issues as needed.
• Repair Coordination — Oversee installation, repair, and upkeep of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry).
• Emergency Response — Lead emergency response procedures and act as the primary contact during facility-related emergencies.
• Equipment & Supplies Management — Maintain equipment, tools, and supplies to meet safety and operational standards.
• Help estimate labor and materials, monitor job costs, and take ownership of maintenance and repair projects through completion according to standard operating procedures.
• Regulatory Compliance — Ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, ADA, and local/state building codes; maintain required documentation and permits.
• Health & Safety Standards — Ensure facilities meet safety and accessibility codes; enforce workplace safety and emergency protocols.
• Contractor/Vendor Management — Coordinate and manage external contractors (HVAC-mechanical, plumbing, electrical, elevator, pest control, etc.).
• Tenant/Occupant Relations — Address tenant concerns, coordinate with property managers, and ensure a safe, comfortable environment.
• Stays abreast of current/new technologies relevant to the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The…