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Building Maintenance Supervisor, Assistant

City of Tacoma
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Tacoma Public Utilities' (TPU) is establishing an eligible list for Building Maintenance Supervisor, Assistant that is good for one year. TPU's Power Shared Services division has a current open vacancy. In this role you will assign work and provide work direction to personnel involved in custodial and maintenance work at TPU and perform custodial and semi-skilled building maintenance and repair duties. 

Responsibilities Include:

  • Oversee and perform a variety of custodial duties as needed; clean restrooms; sweep, mop, wax and buff floors, dust; wash windows, walls, mirrors and partitions.
  • Oversee and perform a variety of repair duties on furniture, venetian blinds, doors, locks, hinges, cleaning equipment, clocks, floor and ceiling tiles and ceramic tiles as needed; patch holes in floors, ceilings and walls; replace light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and fire extinguishers.
  • Move a variety of furniture and equipment including furniture, office machines and partitions.
  • Set up auditorium, work rooms, training conference rooms and other rooms for meetings; move chairs, tables and audio/visual equipment; set up public address systems and lights.
  • Provide work direction and guidance to assigned employees; assign duties and review completed work; maintain routine employee records.
  • Operate a variety of equipment including city truck, manual and electrical tools, hand trucks, dollies, ladders, lift trucks, vacuums, buffers and hand carts.
  • Inspect building for need of repair and maintenance; perform routine security inspections.
  • Requisition supplies and materials according to established procedures.
  • Maintain records of activities performed and supplies utilized.

 

Qualifications

An equivalent combination to:

  • Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and skills listed above AND
  • Two years of commercial custodian and/or commercial building maintenance experience OR
  • Two years' experience as a city of Tacoma Building Maintenance Worker


LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Washington Driver's license

 

Knowledge & Skills

 

  • Principles of assigning work and providing work direction to others.
  • Methods, tools and equipment used in building maintenance and repair work.
  • Methods, equipment and materials used in custodial work.
  • Health and safety regulations.
  • Requirements of maintaining buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
  • Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures.
  • Record-keeping techniques.
  • Oral and written communications skills.
  • Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
  • Perform custodial and semi-skilled building maintenance and repair duties at an assigned facility.
  • Provide work direction to Building Maintenance Workers and custodial personnel.
  • Evaluate repair and maintenance needs.
  • Make minor mechanical and electrical repairs.
  • Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
  • Maintain simple records.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Perform minor maintenance using a variety of tools and machines utilized in the basic trades.
  • Operate a variety of equipment including city truck, manual and electrical tools, hand trucks, dollies, ladders, lift trucks, forklift, vacuums, buffers and hand carts.
  • Plan and organize work.

 

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn!
 
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Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress.  One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.
 
The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.  

Apply 
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities, and accomplishments related to this position. 

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the supplemental questions scored by an evaluation committee. Each applicant will be scored based on information provided.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to describe all relevant experience and training. Applicants must pass the examination process to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.

Appointment is subject to passing a background check and a pre-employment medical examination that will include drug screening. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between The City of Tacoma and Local 17. New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.

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If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400.