General Maintenance Supervisor II - Austin Convention Center

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Job Description:

General Maintenance Supervisor II

Purpose:

Under general supervision, this position directs the activities of maintenance personnel and/or crews responsible for performing general maintenance work on City buildings, facilities, and grounds.

For Utility Departments Only: Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the treatment plant equipment operations group by scheduling employee work and ensuring the sludge hauling or land application processes are maintained.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Inspects construction and construction sites for compliance with codes, specifications, safety ordinances, etc.; enforces safety rules.
  
• Assists in developing operating budget for division. Orders and issue supplies, parts, etc.
  
• Develops and revises operating procedures.
  
• Trains personnel in performance of job tasks; develops work schedule; assigns job duties and monitors task completion; and reviews work for accuracy and completeness.
  
• Reads profiles and blueprints; inspects buildings and equipment for needed repairs and maintenance.
  

For Utility Departments Only:

• Schedules, supervises, directs, and evaluates the work activities of 7-10 Treatment Plant Equipment Operators.
  
• Oversees and coordinates maintenance of assigned fleet, including monitoring and scheduling of preventive maintenance and work requests for fleet services and evaluating and recommending fleet replacements as warranted.
  
• Prepares, verifies, and maintains all records necessary to meet Federal, State, and Local regulatory requirements.
  
• Oversee the Dillo Dirt loading operation by ensuring uninterrupted service is provided to vendors.
  
• Ensure that residuals disposal at water treatment plants is addressed daily so that capacity and treatment process are not affected.
  
• Communicate with plant superintendents, O&M Supervisors and employees to ensure that the business needs of the facilities are being met.
  
• Oversee the land application process, including equipment calibration, soil sampling and record keeping.
  
• Manage the residuals disposal sites to meet regulatory and security requirements.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Local ordinances and building codes.
  
• Knowledge of general characteristics of facilities, machinery, and equipment.
  
• Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and procedures used in building maintenance and repair.
  
• Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to work being performed.
  
• Skill in evaluating needs for routine and/or emergency maintenance and repairs.
  
• Skill in establishing work priorities.
  

For Utility Departments Only:

• Knowledge of City of Austin ordinances, policies and procedures.
  
• Knowledge of TCEQ (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regulations, policies, and procedures.
  
• Knowledge of Austin Water Utilities policies, processes and procedures.
  
• Knowledge of contract processes including the monitoring of vendors.
  
• Knowledge of applicable Austin Energy and OSHA safety regulations.
  
• Skill in training methodology.
  
• Skill in estimating time, material and labor for job assigned.
  
• Ability to establish work assignments and ensure completion of projects.
  
• Ability to use word processing and spreadsheet applications.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively to subordinates, management and customers.
  
• Ability to work in field conditions, temperature extremes, and other in climate weather conditions.
  
• Ability to read and interpret plans, maps and written specifications.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus five (5) years of experience in general building and construction work, two years of which were in a lead/supervisory capacity.
  
• For Utility Departments Only: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus five (5) years of experience in equipment operation, one (1) year of which was in specialized utility equipment and two years (2) was in a lead/supervisory capacity.
  

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days of employment, a valid Texas driver's license.

Physical Requirements:

Light. Tasks performed with lightweight materials or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a supervisory or lead capacity at an Events Facility
  
• Experience with basic electrical circuits
  
• Experience with HVAC systems
  

Notes to Candidate:


Salary Range: $ 62,280.00 - 77,850.00

Location: Palmer Event Center

Days and Hours: Monday - Friday; 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Ability to work evenings, weekend, and holidays.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

The City of Austin employment application is an official document. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A detailed and complete employment application is required to evaluate your qualifications and determine your salary if you are selected for the position.

• A detailed, complete City of Austin employment application is required to evaluate your qualifications.
  
• Please be thorough in completing the employment application. List your complete employment history, including job titles, employment dates, number of employees supervised (if applicable), detailed job duties/responsibilities, and relevant professional certification(s) that are applicable to this position.
  
• Do not use statements such as “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile.”
  
• Resumes will not substitute for a complete application or be used to determine qualifications. Any blank or incomplete application will be automatically screened from the hiring process.
  
• Please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications when responding to supplemental questions on the employment application.
  
• All responses to supplemental questions must be supported by information in your application.
  
• Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience.
  
• No changes will be accepted after the job posting closes.
  

This position relies on a successful Criminal Background check.

90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Assessment:

Assessment(s) may be administered as part of this recruitment process.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The department reserves the right to close the posting after 7 calendar days.

Benefits:

Working with the City of Austin provides several health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please find the link here to the City of Austin employee benefits guide.

Essential Personnel:
This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a city-designated extraordinary situation or emergency condition, essential employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees, as well as ensure the continuity of essential operations. Essential Employees may be called back in during such events, required to modify their schedule, assigned to a City-designated work site, or retained on-site to assist with operations and recovery.

Important Notes to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2026-03-17

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