TJJD - Maintenance Supervisor IV (GID)

Texas A&M International; Giddings (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Juvenile Justice Department is seeking a senior-level supervisory maintenance and construction leader. You will oversee staff, plan and schedule maintenance and minor construction; monitor CMMS and cost records; manage inventories; and liaise with contractors and administration to ensure timely, safe completion of projects.

The role requires on-site work, 40+ hour weeks, and a strong emphasis on safety, regulations, and effective communication with leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Three years full-time wage-earning supervisory/lead experience.
• Completion of vocational courses in two related fields or within one year of hire with TJJD.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and construction staff and programs.
• Plan, assign, schedule, and supervise staff and projects.
• Monitor CMMS, maintain cost records, and manage inventories.
• Serve as liaison for construction projects and contractors.
• Prepare reports and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Maintenance planning

Project management

Facilities management

Budgeting

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational certifications in plumbing/electrical

Tools

CMMS

AutoCAD

Blueprint reading

Job description

We are committed to transforming lives and building safer communities by working collaboratively, communicating openly, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Our team models accountability, transparency, and respect, taking proactive steps to ensure the physical and emotional safety of youth, staff, and the community. We strive for excellence through continuous growth, thoughtful decision making, and mission driven collaboration, supporting one another while embracing challenges that lead to meaningful, long-term impact.

Job Description

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) supervisory maintenance and construction work.Work involves overseeing maintenance and construction staff involved in the installation, care, and repair of state facilities and equipment.Plans, assigns, schedules, and supervises staff, maintenance repair programs, minor construction projects, and may monitor contracted work; manages the operation of the maintenance computer program; andassists with the development and maintenance of the six (6) year capital improvements plan.

Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. May be required to be on-call and/or work in excess of 40 hours per work week.

Oversees and monitors preventative maintenance programs and participates on the agency¿s Facility Assessment Team to inspect buildings, equipment, and grounds for proper maintenance and repair and identify items to be included in the six-year capital improvements plan.

Sketches rough plans and designs for requested projects to present a perspective of scheduled projects.

Serves as a liaison for construction projects and monitors construction jobs to maintain effective communication between contractors, administration, and Central Office staff.

Maintains cost records for the facility through supervision of the maintenance record keeping system (Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)).

Oversees and monitors an inventory control system; approves and/or denies requisitions for maintenance supplies, equipment and costs for the facility.

Prepares reports and records and provides to management for consideration.

Selects, trains, assigns, directs, and evaluates staff.

Performs a variety of related duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Serve as the primary point of contact for the project, ensuring that executive leadership and key stakeholders are kept informed of progress, challenges, and risks.

Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures:

• Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.

Will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.

Actively embody and support the Texas Model by demonstrating its core values in daily tasks and interactions with others.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.Three (3) years full-time wage-earning experience in a supervisory/lead capacity.

Required:Completion of vocational courses in two (2) of the following related fields or completion within one year of date of hire with TJJD:welding, plumbing, automotive repair, small appliances, landscaping, painting, air conditioning, building trades, carpentry, electrical/electronic repair, blue-print reading, refrigeration, automated systems, or other maintenance-related field.Failure to successfully complete the required vocational courses within one year of date of hire with TJJD will result in termination of employment.

• Current and valid license in the State of Texas as a plumber, electrician, air conditioning (A/C) technician, or heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) technician may substitute for a vocational course on a basis of one license for one vocational course.

Note:Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be from an accredited educational institution.

This position is subject to mandatory pre-employment drug testing and any offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results from a drug screen conducted for the agency.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Knowledge of:

Building and grounds maintenance.

Plumbing and heating systems.

Sanitation.

Electrical systems.

Local building codes.

Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Fire and safety regulations and procedures.

Painting, carpentry, and welding techniques.

Purchasing processes.

Skill in:

Use of a computer and applicable software.

Use of tools and equipment.

Troubleshooting causes for maintenance issues.

Monitoring and inspecting the work performed by staff and contractors.

Ability to:

Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.

Maintain accurate reports and records.

Develop, organize, and manage preventative maintenance programs.

Estimate work hours and plan work schedules.

Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

Interact with general contractors to ensure proper contract execution.

Train staff.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Draw sketches of proposed projects.

Understand written and oral instructions covering a specialized type of work.

Appropriately respond to emergencies.

Ability to work in excess of 40 hours per work week and be on-call.

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

Ability to see

Ability to hear (with or without aid)

Ability to perform tactile discernment

Depth perception

Operate motor equipment

Lifting 45 lbs. & over

Carrying 45 lbs. & over

Climbing ladders

Repeated bending

Reaching above shoulder

Pulling

Pushing

Walking

Standing

Twisting

Kneeling

Stooping

Dual simultaneous grasping

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov .Benefits include: Retirement plan, paid group health & life insurance for employee, paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, longevity pay, educational assistance program, employee assistance program. Optional add-on benefits include: Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary AD&D Insurance, Dependent Health & Life insurance, Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts, etc. Additionally, certain designated positions are eligible for hazardous duty pay, and career ladder advancements.

In order to receive veteran¿s preference, a copy of your DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), VA disability rating (if applicable), or a DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty) must be attached to your application.

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The Texas Juvenile Justice Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services

Thank you for considering employment with the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

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