Building Maintenance Operations Supervisor

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Commuter transportation subsidies

Tuition reimbursement

Generous retirement plan

Job summary

Arlington County Government is seeking a Building Maintenance Operations Supervisor to lead a team in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and building systems across over 80 county facilities.

The role requires managing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and energy management, with on-call responsibilities and a focus on 24/7 operations. County benefits apply, including health, retirement, and commuter subsidies.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in commercial buildings or similar complex environments with maintenance of building systems.
• At least one year of experience with automated hi-rise building systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of HVAC mechanics, building engineers, and contracted staff in operation, repair and maintenance of building systems.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and energy management across multiple county facilities.
• Coordinate with project managers for small construction initiatives as needed.

Skills

Experience in commercial buildings

Automated hi-rise building systems

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking a Building Maintenance Operations Supervisor to join our team! The Facilities and Engineering Division provides building repair and maintenance services to a portfolio of over 80 County buildings, including critical sites at two data centers and six radio sites. Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance Section Chief, each supervisor will lead a team of HVAC mechanics, building engineers, stationary watch engineers, and contracted service staff in the operation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, emergency power, plumbing, building automation, and building envelope systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Three years' progressively responsible experience in commercial buildings or a similarly complex environment in a variety of skilled trades areas related to the maintenance of buildings and building systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems and energy management; and.
• At least one year of experience with automated hi-rise building systems.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Universal Refrigerant Recovery License; and
• One of the following valid licenses, or a reciprocal license from another state: Virginia: HVAC Journeyman or Electrical Journeyman;
• Maryland: HVAC Journeyman or Electrical Journeyman; or
• District of Columbia: Electrical Journeyman or Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Journeyman Mechanic.

Substitution(s)

Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to two years of the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Desirable Qualifications

• Supervising crews of 10 or more employees in 24/7 operations.
• Developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs using maintenance software.
• Managing plant mechanical systems in large commercial or correctional facilities (over 350,000 square feet).
• Managing small construction projects in coordination with project managers and trades staff; and/or
• Servicing water pressure booster systems and sewage ejection and treatment systems.

Special Requirements

• Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
• Driver's License: Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver’s license, and must provide or authorize Arlington County to obtain a copy of your official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon favorable review of the applicant’s driving record. Alternatively, the applicant must have the ability and willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite.
• Professional Licenses/Certifications: Must possess Arc Flash and Confined Space certifications or obtain them within the probationary period.
• Pre-Employment Physical: The selected candidate must complete and meet the requirements of a pre-employment physical examination prior to beginning employment.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:30 pm, with occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work.

Work Schedule: Selected candidates must be available for call back during emergencies and will participate in an on-call rotation with other supervisors.

Working Conditions: Work is performed indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Work involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, vehicles, electrical current, scaffolding and heights, high heat, chemicals, fumes, dust, gases, oils, and poor ventilation, and frequently requires working in close quarters such as manholes, small enclosed rooms, and narrow passageways.

Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

This position is eligible for County government employee benefits that include health, dental, vacation and sick leave, commuter transportation subsidies, tuition reimbursement, as well as a generous retirement plan.

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