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JOB POSTING: CITY MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR – FULL TIME

SALARY: Maximum salary is set by Council Ordinance at $1,194.55 per week,

actual pay rate as determined by experience and skills

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City Facilities Manager/Supervisor oversees the daily operation, maintenance, and construction activities for city facilities including repair of equipment and furnishings, groundskeeping, construction of small projects as needed, updating safety equipment, inspection and location of stormwater drains/lines, creating drainage plans, mitigation, and repair. The CFM collaborates with City Services, Parks, Executive, Clerk Treasurer and Deputy Clerks, Sanitation, Wastewater, and Planning and Zoning departments for general work orders.

The duties listed below illustrate the variety of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar and related to the distinguishing characteristics of the position.

• Coordinate city maintenance projects including basic building maintenance, construction projects, and general work orders for all types of city facilities and animal control.
• Plan, assign, and direct material resources to drainage projects in partnership with city engineer, external vendors, and other necessary partners.
• Oversee the operation of the city maintenance projects as requested and ensure that all activities are handled in an efficient, timely, customer-focused manner.
• Evaluate department equipment for maintenance, repair, or replacement; price, accept bids for, and recommend equipment purchases to appropriate agents.
• Develop and administer annual department budget.
• Investigate any existing problems in the related areas and plan, schedule, and oversee improvement projects.
• Receive and investigate citizen complaints in related areas; initiate appropriate action to solve valid complaints.
• Prepare and submit various reports of activities and progress to appropriate local, state, and federal agencies.
• Attend Board of Public Works and other public city meetings to report progress, request assistance, or address the need for project development as needed.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies; prepare bid specifications for vendors, authorize purchases of supplies as needed.
• Prepare annual review of activities and project status and devise schedule for future projects.
• Provide backup assistance for planning and zoning in the area of code enforcement and animal control as needed.
• Conduct field observations of all city parks and facilities weekly to note any areas of damage or deficiency and perform and/or coordinate repairs or updates as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Thorough knowledge and ability to make practical application of city/department policies and procedures and applicable EPA and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques, and accepted practices of general construction and design, carpentry, concrete work, drainage issues, basic electrical knowledge; including light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance, and proper use of various materials and chemicals. (Ability to operate a backhoe, excavator, and forklift)
• Knowledge of city government budgeting and taxing procedures including budget administration, and ability to prepare budget requests and administer budget upon approval.
• Ability to supervise and direct the operations of assigned personnel when needed.
• Ability to research and comply with federal, state, county, and city laws, codes, regulations, and guidelines for appropriate areas.
• Ability to use independent judgement and personal initiative in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment while using clear and accurate oral and written communication and exceptional organization skills.
• Use of personal computer equipment and software appropriate for position; to read blueprints and plat maps and perform mathematic calculations; assist with initial planning and layout of construction, repair, expansion, and maintenance projects. Experience with job costing.
• Ability to use a high degree of tact, diplomacy, and discretion in communicating effectively with contractors, consultants, citizens, community leaders, and local, state, and federal officials during varied situations and circumstances, including being sensitive to professional ethics, gender, cultural diversities, and disabilities.
• Education and experience as determined by the Mayor – A desirable way to demonstrate the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position includes possession of a combination of formal education, certifications, and experience.
• Ability to attend all Board of Public Works meetings; must be available as needed for other public City meetings including: Common Council, Redevelopment Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Board of Zoning Appeals.
• Possession of a valid Indiana driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the city’s vehicle insurance policy; possession of a valid Indiana Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with an air brake endorsement and a safe driving record. (Must be able to pass employment drug and alcohol test.)
• Ability and/or proper licensing to operate a variety of machinery, equipment, and vehicles.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations on a 24-hour basis.

The City Facilities Manager performs a variety of duties, which are broad in scope and impact, in both indoor and outdoor environments and is required to work with laborer crews in varying weather conditions. Most of the work for this position includes walking (often across unstable, grass, field, or yard surfaces), squatting, lifting, carrying loads of approximately 50 lbs, bending, and motion related to completing construction/repair tasks such as climbing ladders. The position requires frequent entrance/exit of a vehicle in relation to code enforcement and drainage repair/location work. Operation of power tools and heavy equipment such as excavators, skid steers, and dump trucks is often required. The CFM is exposed regularly to a moderate amount of dust, dirt, noise, fumes, odors, and extreme hot/cold temperatures that require constant awareness of appropriate safety precautions to ensure against injury.

The City of Charlestown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, or participating in the employment selection process please email the Human Resources representative at heather.schrimp@cityofcharlestown.com or call (812) 256-3422.