BACKGROUND: Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian heritage and Liberal Arts education, SaintMary's currently enrolls more than 3,100 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman CatholicChurch, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College that they founded.Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education rooted in inclusive excellence and community. Ranked in the Top 5 Best Colleges: Western Region byU.S. News & World Report, Saint Mary's reputation for exceptional academic quality and unparalleled heart stems from its vibrant heritage as a Lasallian, Catholic, Liberal Arts institution. World-class faculty and exceptional staff join together with students to form a close-knit community that provides innovative education through hands-on, real world experience. The College is also deeply committed to the educational benefits of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Responsibilities
The Building Maintenance Supervisor directs and supervises staff and provides professional knowledge and expertise to support the management, operation and maintenance of the physical plant. Directly supervises a staff of 5 to 8 employees and oversees the work of contractors. Manages the quality, duration, cost and thoroughness of all work under his/her jurisdiction. Unpredictable and critical projects or issues may require the Supervisor to complete his/her tasks before leaving the campus, or may be called upon as needed.
1. Supervising, Managing Performance, Coaching & Training Staff
A. Communicates department goals & performance expectations
B. Directs & Supervises daily work activities for staff. Delegates tasks, ensuring that each direct report knows what to do and has appropriate tools & support.
C. Monitors performance; addresses problems; and coaches staff on performance, skills & knowledge required.
D. Communicates, manages and monitors staff attendance in accordance with applicable laws and College policies including review & accuracy of time sheets & vacation approval.
E. Regularly provides staff and oral and written feedback on job performance.
F. Develops staff by providing opportunities for on-site and off-site training.
G. Conducts mid-year and yearly performance reviews.
H. Creates a positive working environment where direct reports can be successful.
I. Assists with the hiring and termination of departmental staff
2. Planning, Managing & Organizing Work Flow
A. Reviews work orders, determines priorities & assesses jobs to determine feasibility, tools, material, & code requirements
B. Assigns & schedules staff & ensures materials & tools necessary for successful completion are available
C. Observes and inspects work in progress, addresses delays, moves work forward to timely completion; insures that specific codes and regulations are followed
D. Insures all documentation regarding projects is completed appropriately; this includes staff completing work orders with time & materials spent on projects
E. Procurement of materials and tools for job completion.
A. Conducts building/facilities/area inspections to carefully assess the physical and functional conditions of facilities.
B. Insures personal protective equipment is available and in working condition, and that staff uses it correctly
C. Working with Environmental Health & Safety Manager, see that staff has training in safety requirements & equipment/tool use
D. Responsible for reporting hazardous conditions and work related injuries & investigation cause; submits work orders to correct any physical, functional or health & safety issues determined during are inspection.
E. Prepares and schedules preventative maintenance work orders.
4. Other Responsibilities
A. Required to participate in the department's on call system, respond to emergencies and interact with sub-contractors & vendors.
B. Ensures the continuity of operations in the absence of the Director and Associate Director
C. Maintains continuous communication with the Facilities Services office daily
5. Risk Management & Stewardship of College Property
All employees in Facilities Services are expected to protect and maintain all College property and the people who come to SMC to learn, live work and visit Therefore the following are required:
A. Proactively identify, report or resolve any and all safety issues as quickly as possible;
B. Proactively identify issues related to code compliance
C. Ensure the campus is clean and orderly; return furnishings and other equipment to their places when moved by members of the community or after scheduled events:
D. Take care to ensure College property is not compromised due to propped doors, broken locks, or left out in the rain or weather. Work proactively to reduce opportunities for theft and vandalism;
E. Ensure that our campus facilities and utilities provided shall have minimal disruption in service. Disruptions in service shall be well-planned with constituent groups and result in the least impact to the campus.
Experience and Qualifications
EEducation:REQUIRED: High School diploma or equivalent
Experience:
PREFERRED:
7 - 10 years general building trade experience in the areas of construction, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical with journeyman knowledge & skills in at least one area
2 years supervising 4 or more people in building maintenance and repair or equivalent experience.
Skills/Abilities: (e.g. computer skills, written & verbal skills, trades, laws, procedures, technical) Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment and materials of the carpentry, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and/or building trades. Working knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the trades. Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural drawings and specifications. Must be self-motivated with the ability to plan, organize, control, set priorities, meet deadlines, work independently and direct all aspects of a building maintenance project. General working knowledge of applicable agency standards and building/construction code regulations. familiar with basic computer operation
Must have excellent decision making, problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to understand and carry-out
oral and written instructions as well has having the ability to explain things to others orally and in writing. Must have the ability to work in a ststrong service environment and work effectively and efficiently under pressure and with frequently changing priorities.
Other Requirements: (e.g. travel, weekend/evening work)
A. Must be able to read, write and speak English; bilingual preferred. The Facilities Services department operates 24 hours per day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. Therefore, swing, weekend, and emergency shifts are required. Facilities Services employees are considered critical employees and will be required to assist the College in the event of campus emergencies.
Supplemental Information
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:Application Instructions: Please apply online at http://jobs.stmarys-ca.edu. Your application is considered complete if you include the following:1. Resume2. Cover letter that specifically addresses how you meet the qualifications and are prepared to support the Mission of the College3. The name and contact information for three (3) professional references4. Consent authorizing a broader inquiry which may include reference checks, a motor vehicle check, and a third-party background checkSaint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all. College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws. Saint Mary's College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportableincidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary's College Report, see the website here:https://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety-transportation/clery-reports-and-alerts. To request a paper copyplease call Public Safety at (925) 631-4284. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number ofoccurrences.
The foundation for everything we do at Saint Mary's is our mission: To probe deeply the mystery of existence by cultivating the ways of knowing and the arts of thinking. Recognizing that the paths to knowledge are many, Saint Mary's College of California offers a diverse curriculum that includes the humanities, arts, sciences, social sciences, education, business administration and nursing, serving traditional students and adult learners in both undergraduate and graduate programs. As an institution where the liberal arts inform and enrich all areas of learning, it places special importance on fostering the intellectual skills and habits of mind, which liberate persons to probe deeply the mystery of existence and live authentically in response to the truths they discover. This liberation is achieved as faculty and students, led by wonder about the nature of reality, look twice, ask why, seek not merely facts but fundamental principles, strive for an integration of all knowledge and express themselves precisely and eloquently. To affirm and foster the Christian understanding of the human person which animates the educational mission of the Catholic Church. Saint Mary's College holds... that the mystery which inspires wonder about the nature of existence is revealed in the person of Jesus Christ giving a transcendent meaning to creation and human existence. Nourished by its Christian faith, the College understands the intellectual and spiritual journeys of the human person to be inextricably connected. It promotes the dialogue of faith and reason: it builds community among its members through the celebration of the church's sacramental life; it defends the goodness, dignity and freedom of each person, and fosters sensitivity to social and ethical concerns. Recognizing that all those who sincerely quest for truth contribute to and enhance its stature as a Catholic institution of higher learning, Saint Mary's welcomes members from its own and other traditions, inviting them to collaborate in fulfilling the spiritual mission of the College. To create a student-centered educational community whose members support one another with mutual understanding and respect. As a Lasallian college, Saint Mary's holds that students are given to its care by God and that teachers grow spiritually and personally when their work is motivated by faith and zeal. The College seeks students, faculty, administrators and staff from different social, economic and cultural backgrounds who come together to grow in knowledge, wisdom and love. A distinctive mark of a Lasallian school is its awareness of the consequences of economic and social injustice and its commitment to the poor. Its members learn to live "their responsibility to share their goods and their service with those who are in need, a responsibility based on the union of all men and women in the world today and on a clear understanding of the meaning of Christianity." (From: The Brothers of the Christian Schools in the World Today: A Declaration).The foundation for everything we do at Saint Mary's is our mission: To probe deeply the mystery of existence by cultivating the ways of knowing and the arts of thinking. Recognizing that the paths to knowledge are many, Saint Mary's College of California offers a diverse curriculum that includes the humanities, arts, sciences, social sciences, education, business administration and nursing, serving traditional students and adult learners in both undergraduate and graduate programs. As an institution where the liberal arts inform and enrich all areas of learning, it places special importance on fostering the intellectual skills and habits of mind, which liberate persons to probe deeply the mystery of existence and live authentically in response to the truths they discover. This liberation is achieved as faculty and students, led by wonder about the nature of reality, look twice, ask why, seek not merely facts but fundamental principles, strive for an integration of all knowledge and express themselves precisely and eloquently. To affirm and foster the Christian understanding of the human person which animates the educational mission of the Catholic Church. Saint Mary's College holds that the mystery which inspires wonder about the nature of existence is revealed in the person of Jesus Christ giving a transcendent meaning to creation and human existence. Nourished by its Christian faith, the College understands the intellectual and spiritual journeys of the human person to be inextricably connected. It promotes the dialogue of faith and reason: it builds community among its members through the celebration of the church's sacramental life; it defends the goodness, dignity and freedom of each person, and fosters sensitivity to social and ethical concerns. Recognizing that all those who sincerely quest for truth contribute to and enhance its stature as a Catholic institution of higher learning, Saint Mary's welcomes members from its own and other traditions, inviting them to collaborate in fulfilling the spiritual mission of the College. To create a student-centered educational community whose members support one another with mutual understanding and respect. As a Lasallian college, Saint Mary's holds that students are given to its care by God and that teachers grow spiritually and personally when their work is motivated by faith and zeal. The College seeks students, faculty, administrators and staff from different social, economic and cultural backgrounds who come together to grow in knowledge, wisdom and love. A distinctive mark of a Lasallian school is its awareness of the consequences of economic and social injustice and its commitment to the poor. Its members learn to live "their responsibility to share their goods and their service with those who are in need, a responsibility based on the union of all men and women in the world today and on a clear understanding of the meaning of Christianity." (From: The Brothers of the Christian Schools in the World Today: A Declaration).