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Senior Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Bexar County

Bexar County

People & HR, Operations
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Jul 12, 2025

Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for the maintenance and repairs of general service equipment/systems in assigned County buildings; coordinates maintenance, supervises semi-skilled and unskilled workers in routine maintenance and repairs; assists in accomplishment of more complex maintenance and repairs; and performs related duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintains and repairs general service equipment/systems such as electrical and plumbing in assigned County buildings
  • Supervises, directs maintenance and schedules semi-skilled and unskilled workers in routine building maintenance and repair
  • Monitors activities of outside contractors for compliance to contract
  • Serves as the project manager for small capital projects and equipment replacements
  • Performs daily maintenance inspections of assigned buildings and grounds
  • Maintains time and attendance records for supervised employees
  • Ensures adherence to the departmental and site specific training programs
  • Responsible for ensuring the continued compliance of detention or medical facilities in which they are assigned
  • Assists the Division Chief in creating and managing the Preventative Maintenance program for site or sites under their supervision
  • Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and four (4) years progressively responsible experience in commercial building maintenance including five (5) years as a maintenance supervisor; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must have or be able to obtain a minimum of the Facility Management Professional (FMP) certification from the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), within one (1) year of employment.
  • Enhanced knowledge of repair and maintenance of commercial building equipment to include plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, electronics, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; enhanced knowledge of all related tools and equipment; enhanced knowledge of safety standards and practices
  • Skill in the operation of all related tools and equipment
  • Ability to perform a variety of maintenance functions; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, department heads, County employees, outside agencies/vendors and the general public
  • Must have a valid Texas driver's license
  • Positions budgeted within County-Jail Maintenance Section must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from the Bexar County Sheriff's Office
  • Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
  • Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
  • May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek
  • Required to be on-call 24-hours a day
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Sustainability Facility Professional (SFP)
  • Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
  • Master or Journeyman technical licenses or training
Working Environment and Physical Demands:
  • Working conditions are primarily indoors with exposure to temperature variations
  • May require to work in jail environment
  • Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
  • Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as damp/wet surfaces, extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
  • Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Occasionally moves objects weighing up to 100 pounds
  • Will frequently communicate with co-workers; must be able to exchange accurate information
  • Frequently moves about buildings
  • Constantly positions self to perform essential functions
  • Constantly operates tools and equipment

Supplemental Information

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.