Maintenance Supervisor 1 (Grade 14)

FCA Family & Children’s Association; East Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmingdale State College seeks a Maintenance Supervisor 1 to oversee maintenance staff, plan and coordinate projects, review orders, and ensure work complies with codes and is completed on schedule. The role requires at least one year of trade experience after an apprenticeship, a clear driving record, and adherence to NYS Civil Service procedures.

The college offers health insurance options and retirement plans as part of its rewards package.

Qualifications

• One year of trade experience after completing an apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Clear driving record.
• Hiring procedures in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of skilled trades, semiskilled, and unskilled positions engaged in maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction.
• Plan work for subordinate staff and assign staff to projects.
• Review job orders, blueprints, and specifications; coordinate with other trades; ensure compliance and on-schedule completion.
• Prepare and maintain written records of work performed and materials used.
• Evaluate the work performance of subordinate employees.

Skills

Clear driving record

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Student-centered service mindset

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent training

Job description

Category: Physical Plant/Facilities (including custodial)

Farmingdale State College is a recognized leader in applied learning. With over 10,000 students, FSC is the State University of New York's largest college of applied science and technology, with 96% of graduates working in New York State and 75% working on Long Island. Farmingdale prepares emerging leaders in the growing technology, engineering, business and health care fields.

Farmingdale State College is committed to inclusivity and excellence as part of our mission and culture. The College has received the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education.

The College is increasingly focused on expanding student engagement. In addition to the highly successful NCAA Division III athletic program, Esports, and an extensive array of student clubs and organizations give FSC a strong culture of civic responsibility.

Job Description:

Facilities at Farmingdale State College seeks to fill a Maintenance Supervisor 1 vacancy.

The Maintenance Supervisor 1 will oversee the activities of skilled trades, semiskilled, and unskilled positions engaged in maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction activities.

The Maintenance Supervisor 1 also supervises and plans the work for subordinate staff.

• Reviews job orders, blueprints, and specifications and, as required, visits the project site to determine dimensions, materials, and labor required to complete the project.
• Prepares rough sketches or plans to scale from oral or written instructions.
• Assigns staff to the project and provides oral instructions and blueprints, specifications and plans.
• Meets with supervisors representing other trades involved in the project to coordinate activities and schedule work to be performed to ensure the effective utilization of staff, materials, and equipment and completion of the project on schedule.
• Observes and inspects work while in progress and when completed to make sure that specific codes and regulations are followed, materials and equipment are used properly, schedules are met, and work is performed according to plan.
• Inspects work performed by outside contractors to ascertain conformance with project specifications.
• Prepares and maintains written records of work performed and completed and accounts for labor and material used.
• Evaluates the work performance of subordinate employees.

This person will perform the activities and tasks of specialized trades, including but not limited to Trades Specialist positions with a parenthetic designation, such as Carpenter, Mason and Plasterer, Electrician, and Plumber and Steamfitter.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

• Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.
• Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.
• Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

• One year of trade experience subsequent to the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience such as that required for a Trades Specialist (Carpenter), Trades Specialist (Electrician), Service & Repair Mechanic (Electronics), Trades Generalist, Grounds Construction Supervisor, Trades Specialist (Locksmith), Trades Specialist (Machinist), Trades Specialist (Mason & Plasterer), Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), Trades Specialist (Painter), Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter), Service & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R), Trades Specialist (Roofing), or Trades Specialist (Welder).
• Clear driving record.

Additional Information:

• Hiring procedures in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law.

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

Visit ourWhy Work at FSC page to learn more about FSC and the total rewards we offer.

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Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.