Trades Manager

Gwinnett County; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County is seeking a Trades Manager to oversee daily operations of the division, manage budgets, plan long-range maintenance, and help develop policies and procedures.

The role requires supervising staff, conducting evaluations, maintaining records, coordinating repairs, and ensuring safe facilities while managing equipment installation and supplies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Eight years of related work experience, including three years supervisory.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid Driver's License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff by prioritizing and assigning work.
• Conducts performance evaluations and training.
• Supports budget planning and resource allocation.
• Maintains records related to operations, maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Identifies problems and needed repairs.
• Ensures proper operations of facilities.
• Manages installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, parts, tools, and materials.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budget planning

Operations knowledge

Staff training

Record keeping

Problem solving

Policy development

Safety management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Class Summary

The Trades Manager is responsible for overseeing applicable budgets, possessing a full working knowledge of operations, and typically reports to a Division Director.

Job Description

The incumbent oversees the daily operations of the section, including long range planning, coordinating repairs, assisting with the division budget, conducting inspections to determine problems and needed repairs for equipment; and assisting in determining policies and procedures for the division.

Essential Duties

• Supervises staff by prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, ensuring staff are trained, ensuring employees follow policies and procedures, maintaining a healthy and safe working environment, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Supports budget planning and resource allocation
• Maintains accurate records related to operations, maintenance, inspections, and repairs
• Identifies problems and needed repairs
• Ensures proper operations at facilities
• Supports facilities‑related work using construction principles
• Manages the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of equipment, materials, and components
• Maintains the appropriate levels of supplies, parts, tools, and materials

Other Job Requirements/Information

• Public safety background investigation, including criminal history, motor vehicle records, and fingerprinting
• On‑call rotation and after‑hours response, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Grade

The grade for this position is C43(1). Salary will be dependent on education and experience.

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.; AND
• Eight years of related work experience, including three years of supervisory experience; OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications in addition to the above minimum qualifications

• Valid Driver's License from State of Residency

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award‑winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.

World‑class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award‑winning employer!

• Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision

Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission

Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values

• Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
• Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
• Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
• Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
• Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.

Hiring Process

Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.