Building Maintenance Crew Leader

Village of Buffalo Grove; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Pension

Holidays and vacation

Job summary

The Village of Buffalo Grove is seeking an experienced Public Works Crew Leader to head the Building Maintenance Section. The role covers skilled maintenance of municipal buildings, systems, and street lighting while guiding a crew and coordinating tasks under the Building Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities include carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC work, using Cartegraph to document activities, and ensuring safe, efficient completion of projects with quality results.

Qualifications

• Completion of HVAC/R trade school, apprenticeship, certificate program, or other relevant skilled-trades training is preferred.
• EPA Section 608 Certification preferred.
• Additional trade certifications (HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, BAS) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and general building maintenance work.
• Serve as Crew Leader and provide day-to-day leadership and direction to other employees.
• Coordinate work, prioritize maintenance, and ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Cartegraph

Safety

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Data entry

CDL

Education

HVAC/R trade school

EPA 608 Certification

Trade certifications

Tools

Cartegraph

Job description

The Village of Buffalo Grove is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Public Works Crew Leader within the Building Maintenance Section.

This position performs skilled work involving the maintenance, repair, and alteration of municipal buildings, building systems, and street lighting installations while serving in a crew leader capacity.

Under the general direction of the Building Maintenance Manager the position is responsible for performing a wide variety of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical, and general building maintenance work. Duties include, but are not limited to, the maintenance, repair, and alteration of municipally owned buildings and related systems, as well as assisting with the maintenance and repair of the Village’s street lighting systems.

• Work assignments involve tasks of greater difficulty that require specialized knowledge, technical skills, and practical experience gained through training and on-the-job experience. The employee is expected to work independently on routine assignments and use sound judgment when identifying and addressing maintenance issues. More difficult or complex projects are performed with direction from the department Manager.
• This position is distinguished from other Building Maintenance Workers by its responsibility to serve in a crew leader capacity and provide day to day leadership and direction to other employees when the Manager is unavailable. The position also assists with coordinating work, prioritizing maintenance needs, and ensuring assigned work is completed safely, efficiently, and to established standards.
• Work is performed under general supervision with the use of Cartegraph asset management software to document, track, and manage maintenance activities. Work is subject to review and inspection during the assignment and upon completion to ensure proper results, quality of work, and compliance with established procedures.
• Serves as Crew Leader for an assigned crew, assists with on-the-job training of new employees, and acts in a lead capacity as needed in the absence of the Manager.
• Performs a variety of maintenance work, including plumbing repairs, carpentry, roof maintenance, HVAC maintenance, preventive maintenance, private contractor oversight and streetlight repairs.
• Uses Cartegraph on mobile devices to receive, document, track labor and materials, and close out facility maintenance work orders.
• Operates trucks equipped with snowplows and salt spreaders for snow and ice control.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Completion of a recognized HVAC/R trade school, apprenticeship, certificate program, or other relevant skilled-trades training is preferred (an equivalent combination of training and progressively responsible facilities maintenance experience will be considered).
• Minimum of five (5) years of public works experience is preferred.
• Possession of a valid Class "B" Illinois Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brakes endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
• Considerable knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools, and materials used in building maintenance work.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of electrical distribution systems, including low and high voltage circuitry, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of operating and maintenance requirements for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.
• HVAC-related schooling, training, certifications, or licenses are preferred.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is preferred.
• Additional trade certifications are desirable, including HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, or building automation systems (BAS).
• Skill in using the hand and power tools and equipment required for the work.
• Ability to navigate and enter data into Cartegraph or similar asset management software via mobile devices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to meet physical requirements as may be established by competent authority.
• Follows safety policies, procedures, and recognized safe work practices.
• Reports all unsafe conditions and acts to a supervisor by the end of the workday.
• Reports all accidents to a supervisor immediately.

The current salary range for this position is $83,605.60 - $124,600.32. Starting salary commensurate with experience but, typically no higher than the mid-point of the range.

Questions should be directed to Tom Wisnieski, Public Works Superintendent [e-mail]

The Village of Buffalo Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Village of Buffalo Grove provides a full benefits package to full-time employees including Medical, Dental, and Vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and additional voluntary retirement savings opportunities.