Description This position is open for current Regular Full Time Charleston County employees only. JOB PURPOSE: Assists the Facility Manager with oversight of all facility maintenance staff and facility operations of the Judicial Center Complex which includes the Historic Courthouse, the County Office Building and the Blake Tenement.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED-APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY-OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLYDuties and ResponsibilitiesPosition requires the ability to manage, train, motivate, monitor, and lead a team of Trades technical supervisors (Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, HVAC) in direct support of the Judicial Center Complex in their daily operations and maintenance requirements. Ensures the Facility Manager and designated others are fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, projects schedules, and developments in designated work areas. Attends meetings, conference calls, schedules training, and reviews materials to remain current on principles, best practices, building codes, safety compliance measures, budget, and invoicing policies. Must be able to communicate verbally and electronically with upper-level management, staff, employees, and patrons, providing the highest level of customer service. Additional duties include but are not limited to administrative tasks such as appraisals, timekeeping, report and budget preparations, invoice payments, assisting with scheduling building activities, ensuring building security daily, weekends and holidays, and performing all necessary steps to ensure 100% efficient and safe operations of the Judicial Center Complex. The Technical Maintenance Manager will investigate occupant/visitor complaints, enforce occupant compliance with building rules, codes, and procedures, monitor building mechanical/energy management systems (BMS), surveillance, and life safety systems. The Technical Maintenance Manager will oversee the Facilities Supervisors to ensure they perform inspections related to building infrastructure e.g.; mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) interior and exterior aesthetics, safety, and housekeeping to guarantee the 'Cool/Safe/Dry/Efficient" standard of Charleston County Facilities Management. Performs other duties consistent with position classification, will be required to report to work during inclement weather or local emergency events.
Minimum QualificationsAn associate degree related to Facilities Management, Engineering or Business is preferred, supplemented with seven (7) to ten (10) years combination of Commercial/Industrial Facilities Management and/or general maintenance experience in a government or similar environment. Knowledge of construction methods, project management principles, data base systems related to work management software. Strong Leadership skills with a focus on staff development and team building. Must be highly proficient with Microsoft Office 365 including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Powers of speech, hearing, or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, to enable the employee to communicate effectively. Vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, to enable the employee to perform janitorial duties, including the ability to see discolorations, stains, dust, andgrime. Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50pounds occasionally. Personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, to enable the employee to have access to various sites throughout County buildings, including stairwells.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills are required and the ability to effectively problem solve and troubleshoot a variety of situations. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously is a must. Exemplary customer service/support skills are required and experience using word processing, email, spreadsheet functions, and /experience working with Integrated Workplace Management systems (BMS). Successful candidate must be able to pass a SLED background check and pre employment medical physical. Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, frequent bending, climbing and the capability to lift 50 lbs. A valid driver's license with no restrictions is required.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to: - Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Optional Federal Credit Union Membership
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
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