Description
Join the City of Saint Paul’s Parks and Recreation Department as a Building Maintenance Supervisor, leading the maintenance and improvement of city facilities, recreation centers, and mechanical systems. This role blends hands-on technical work with strategic leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and welcoming public spaces for all.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Responsibilities
Here’s what you can expect to do:
- Lead and Supervise Skilled Trades Staff
- Direct and coordinate the work of maintenance crews, operating engineers, and contractors in the repair and upkeep of buildings, pools, fountains, HVAC systems, lighting, and technology systems.
Plan and Oversee Building Projects
- Review construction and remodeling plans, estimate costs, and manage contracts for both in-house and vendor-performed work to ensure quality and compliance with city and safety standards.
Develop and Manage Preventive Maintenance Programs
- Implement and maintain scheduled maintenance systems to extend the life of city assets, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency across facilities.
Ensure Safety, Compliance, and Training
- Uphold OSHA regulations and city safety protocols, provide staff training, and ensure the safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials while fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
Manage Resources
- Understanding of budges and how the budget and resources relate to the maintenance of Parks and Recreation buildings.
For more information and essential functions, see our Building Maintenance Supervisor -- Parks and Recreation job description.
Qualifications
Eight years of progressively responsible experience performing and coordinating building and mechanical systems maintenance, construction, and repair work, including two years as a crew leader or supervisor.
The following can be substituted for two years of non-supervisory experience:
- Two year college degree or equivalent in building construction or building project management
- Licensed in one of the following trades: Electrician, Operating Engineer, Pipefitter, Plumber, Power Limited Technician
- Journey level status as a Carpenter, Mason, Painter, or Trades Laborer
Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license.
City of Saint Paul
Suite 200 City Hall Annex
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55102
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