Supervisor of Facilities Maintenance

JOB Ben Franklin Transit has been providing transportation services to Benton and Franklin counties for over 30 years.
Over these years our services have grown to ensure our community members have safe and reliable transportation services.
Employees at Ben Franklin Transit enjoy working in our spacious office environment and collaborating with their colleagues and superiors in person.
Our company culture and values include customer service, collaboration, diversity, fiscal accountability, innovation, sustainability, and safety.
Employees and representatives of BFT are expected to uphold our values and mission.
We also provide all employees the following: Total Compensation Package Generous paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time accrual.
Public employees Medical, Dental and vision benefits through PEBB (Public Employees Benefits Board).
Access to the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System), which includes a pension which includes employer matchAccess to an HSA savings accountEmployer paid HRA health savings account.
Tuition reimbursement Wellness program with monthly participation rewards.
NATURE OF POSITIONSupervise multiple job classifications in the maintenance of Agency property, amenities and equipment while ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local guidelines and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards are being met.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Plan and coordinate workflow including staffing and scheduling in a union environment.
Supervise and coordinate daily upkeep, repair, and preventative maintenance duties.
Collaborate with the Manager of Facilities Maintenance on the development and implementation of a facility’s preventative maintenance plan.
Schedule major repairs and daily maintenance of buildings and assets; review daily maintenance checklist and work practices; ensure technicians are performing inspections and repairs in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
Monitor a preventative maintenance program to improve the safety and reliability of BFT assets and buildings.
Maintain inventory; review operating records and costs to ensure work orders are charged to appropriate budget accounts.
Provide technical expertise in every aspect of the repair, modification, and maintenance of buildings and equipment.
Administer training to staff regarding safety programs; proper usage of Personal Protect Equipment (PPE); proper disposal techniques of hazardous waste in compliance with environmental regulations.
Identify and recommend cost reduction solutions to maximize operational efficiency.
Participate in union contract administration.
Work with and maintain confidential information.
Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESTheory, operation, and repair of structures, equipment and all other BFT assets.
WISHA and OSHA Standards.
Principles of supervision, training, scheduling, and motivation.
Principles of quality assurance, including preventative maintenance.
Experience using a major maintenance management information software system.
Equipment and tools used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
Plan and schedule the work of a maintenance team for optimum production.
Learn new technologies, policies, procedures, and guidelines established by professional organizations and/or governing agencies.
Utilize office equipment and other relevant technology to meet business needs.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Work as a team member and independently; effectively apply organizational and time management skills; meet deadlines and comply with Agency policies.
Focus on tasks and recall details; handle frequent interruptions.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION OTHER CHARACTERISTICSCollaboration: Shares time and knowledge with others; adjusts priorities as circumstances dictate; follows through on commitments, accepts responsibility for actions, resolves interpersonal conflicts constructively.
Diversity: Demonstrates an awareness and respect of cultural and individual values.
Treats all people with dignity, courtesy and respect.
Fiscal Accountability: Actively contributes to the productivity of the agency; demonstrates good stewardship of company time and resources; displays high standards of ethical conduct.
Customer Service: Anticipates the needs of internal and external customers; delivers quality work products and services within expected timeframes.
Considers and responds appropriately to people in various situations.
Innovation: Considers new approaches to situations; encourages ideas and improvements.
Sustainability: Actively encourages environmental benefits and the conservation of natural resources.
Safety: Adheres to safety related laws, regulations, standards, and practices; performs work in a safe manner; encourages and supports others to be safe while at work.