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HomeMy Public PortalAboutProperty & Facility Maintenance Supervisor_Job Description_2020-10 Position Title: Property & Facility Maintenance Supervisor Salary Band: Middle Managers/Coordinators Department: Infrastructure and Operations Reports to: Assistant Director of Infrastructure and Operations/Engineer Status: Full Time Classification: Non-Administrative Location: Municipality of the District of Chester, various locations, subject to change Hours: Normally 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., daily, subject to change. Date: October 2020 SCOPE The Property & Facility Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for the maintenance of all municipal properties. OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER LEGISLATION The Municipality of the District of Chester is committed to workplace safety and all employees are expected to actively participate in the Municipality’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Program and Occupational Health and Safety Legislation as well as Regulations of the Province of Nova Scotia. The Municipality of the District of Chester complies with the Employment Legislation of Nova Scotia and all employees are also expected to act in accordance to the appropriate Legislation as well. QUALIFICATIONS Grade 12 or GED equivalent. Wastewater Treatment Level 1 or possess the ability to obtain the required certification. Secondary education in one of the following trades: Carpentry, Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing. A valid Class 5 or higher Driver's License. Supervisory Experience. MUNCIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF CHESTER POSITION DESCRIPTION Property Maintenance Supervisor – Job Description (continued) 2 Experience in property maintenance and/or general construction. Experience in construction and maintenance of water and sewage works considered an asset. Experience and working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to perform physical labour for extended periods of time under varying weather conditions. Must be capable of lifting items safety up to 25 kgs. A qualified medical doctor’s certificate relating to the candidate’s physical condition may be required prior to awarding position. Must be self-starter and be capable of working independently. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, regulation, hazards and precautions necessary for safe completion of required work tasks. WHIMIS, First Aid, Fall Arrest, Confined Space certification or possess the ability to obtain. SUMMARY OF FUNCTION Principle Duties and Responsibilities The following is a general outline only of the duties and responsibilities involved in this position. It is not intended to be all inclusive or to limit the employee’s opportunity to use their own initiative to expand their capabilities beyond this scope and thereby their value to the Municipality. It is also not intended to limit the employer's right to assign other duties. Administrative Direct and supervise the activities of property and facility maintenance personnel and sub- contractors. Ensure all personnel are completing tasks in an efficient and safe manner. Maintain accurate daily records of labour, equipment and materials, Maintain including any MSDS/SDS for products used in maintenance of facilities and properties. Participate in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and standard safe work procedures. Keep a repair log for the assigned municipal truck, monitor use of truck and make recommendations to the Fleet Manager on replacement and repair of the truck. Based upon the familiarity developed with municipally owned buildings and properties, provide input during operating and capital budget preparation regarding the items that will need to be addressed in the upcoming year and the funding likely required to cover the necessary expenditures. Facilities Maintenance Responsible for overseeing maintenance of various municipal assets and properties. Oversee and perform carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc. repairs and maintenance (replacing doors/windows, taps/toilets, lights, etc.) Responsible for overseeing and performing interior and exterior painting Undertake inspection and maintenance of Municipal Building generators Negotiate with suppliers and sub-contractors ensuring the best value for the Municipality. Responsible for ensuring inspection and monitoring of heat and ventilation related systems (i.e. furnace, AC units, duct work, bathroom fans, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the effective Property Maintenance Supervisor – Job Description (continued) 3 operation of these systems through proper maintenance and repair, including making arrangements for maintenance and repairs. Make recommendations to the Director and Assistant director for any capital improvements Property Maintenance Responsible to ensure parks, playgrounds, roads sidewalks, trails, etc. are maintained to municipal standards and properly inspected for all safety requirements. Construct, repair and/or replace municipal assets on Municipal properties including, benches, picnic tables, waste stations, guard rails, sheds, public washrooms, gazebos, playgrounds, etc. as required. Maintain trails including surface repairs (grading, washouts, potholes, etc.), swing gates, and proper drainage (ditches, culverts, etc.). Installation of information, street name and regulatory signs. Asphalt and concrete repair (sidewalks, curbs, walkways, stairs, sports courts, etc.). General landscaping and construction work (installation of culverts, equipment, etc.). Responsible to supervise assigned staff and sub-contractors during the completion of property maintenance projects. Coordinate property maintenance; including snow removal from building entrances and applying sand or salt as necessary. Other Duties Assist with the maintenance of all water and wastewater distribution, collection and treatment plants as directed. The maintenance duties may include: o Inspecting and reporting the condition and operation of water and wastewater infrastructure o Repairing and replacing equipment (i.e. Aerators, mixers, pumps, generators, fire pump, etc.) o Cleaning wet wells, manholes, collection piping and treatment plants o Collecting and submitting operational data o Maintaining and monitoring the necessary supplies for the operation and maintenance of water and sewer systems o Perform compliance testing as required o Removing and installing sanitary sewer and water pipe. Assist with snow and ice control including operating a plow truck and shoveling/salting as required for winter maintenance activities. Responsible for care, maintenance, and maintaining the inventory of tools and equipment. Perform any duties outside of normal working hours. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Has supervisory responsibilities for the following: 1. Public Works Labourers 2. Subcontractors Property Maintenance Supervisor – Job Description (continued) 4 3. Public Works Summer Maintenance Students CONTACTS The Property & Facility Maintenance Supervisor will report directly to the Director of Infrastructure and Operations and will also have contact with the following: 1. Municipal Staff and Council 2. Provincial Departments 3. General Public 4. Sub-Contractors and various materials suppliers