Assistant Supervisor General Maintenance

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University seeks an Assistant Supervisor General Maintenance to support supervision and coordination of maintenance staff in Residence Life Maintenance.

The role includes leading service area activities, delegating tasks, tracking work orders in a CMMS, managing materials and inventory, scheduling assignments, and assisting the Foreperson in daily operations. Strong trades background and supervisory experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Eight years of experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair work preferred.
• A combination of education, experience and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Responsibilities

• Leads and assists the supervisor in all aspects of service area management including supervision, leadership, training and development, task and project delegations, and service area coordination of all assigned employees in the General Maintenance Service areas of Residence Life Maintenance.
• Assists with service area projects and performs duties and projects assigned by the supervisor.
• Uses a CMMS with work orders to allocate time, assign work, and document work on a daily basis.
• Assists with the ordering of service area materials, tracks inventory and oversees assigned projects and timelines.
• Schedules work assignments.
• May assist with employee relations, issues, interviewing, evaluating, and recommending applicants and presenting employees.
• Oversees service area training, both formal, informal, and on the job training (OJT).
• Assists with the compilation of reports.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Training

Work orders

Inventory control

Interpersonal

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/vocational training preferred

Tools

CMMS / Computerized Maintenance Management System

Job description

Assistant Supervisor General Maintenance

Educational and Experience Requirements

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Technical/vocational training related to job duties would be preferred. Eight years of experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair work in one or more craft areas preferred. A combination of education, experience and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position

Assists in the supervision and coordination of employees in assigned areas. Provides assistance to the Foreperson of General Maintenance in the performance of a variety of maintenance and repair work in one or more craft area.

Primary Responsibilities

Leads and assists the supervisor in all aspects of service area management including but not limited to supervision, leadership, training and development, task and project delegations, and service area coordination of all assigned employees in the General Maintenance Service areas of Residence Life Maintenance. Assists with service area projects and performs duties and projects assigned by the supervisor. Uses a Computerized Maintenance Management System with work orders to allocate time, assign work, and document work on a daily basis. Assists with the ordering of service area materials, tracks inventory and oversees assigned projects and timelines. Schedules work assignments. May assist the supervisor with employee relations, issues, and other employee related areas such as interviewing, evaluating, and making recommendations of applicants and present employees. Oversees service area training, both formal, informal, and on the job training (OJT). Assists with the compilation of reports. Ensures that all assigned staff follow department policies and procedures. In the absence of the supervisor assumes supervisor responsibilities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Good working knowledge of the various types of equipment used in the assigned areas in a particular craft, skill, or unit. Proficiency in all phases of work performed. Working conditions are considered fair but involve more than average (25-50%) exposure to disagreeable elements or hazardous equipment, materials, and chemicals. Contacts will vary according to particular department and area assigned. Other University departments, faculty, staff, students, and off campus agencies. Work requires the exercise of moderate judgment in the application and interpretation of policy, procedures, or practices to work problems of a well-defined nature. Decisions and commitments usually relate to many minor problems and occasionally to a major one. Uniforms and identification badges are provided by the University according to departmental policy. Position requires driving and operating a University vehicle; therefore, a valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance carrier is required. Weekends, holidays, and extended hours during emergencies may be required.

Employment Type

Full Time

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security‑sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.