Maintenance Team Lead

Recruitment extended and opened to non-promotional candidates due to the limited number of applications.

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Serve as a lead and participate in the activities of assigned crews or individual staff engaged in the construction repair and maintenance of District equipment facilities and properties; assure smooth and timely delivery of scheduled services. E
• Train and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff; assure safe and efficient work practices and the appropriate care and use of equipment; provide input in the hiring and performance evaluation process as requested.E
• Plan schedule and assign the work of assigned staff; inspect and follow up on work in progress and completed projects to assure safety and security of job sites adherence to timelines quality of work and conformance to District standards. E
• Perform skilled journey level work in the building trades; work independently on assigned maintenance projects; read interpret and work from plans blueprints sketches drawings and specifications. E
• Visit sites to determine scope of work materials and labor needs; prepare cost estimates of work to be performed; prepare related documents and reports. E
• Order materials parts tools and equipment; inspect materials delivered to assure conformity with authorized plans and specifications; arrange for secure storage of materials. E
• Communicate with District personnel contractors and outside agencies to exchange information schedule and coordinate activities and resolve issues and concerns. E
• Participate in the planning of preventive maintenance programs and related maintenance programs and services. E
• Prepare a variety of reports and maintain records and files related to assigned activities including material expenditures and labor hours; update information in assigned maintenance management system. E
• Inspect equipment and vehicles; arrange for repairs; recommend replacement as appropriate. E
• Request proposals schedule inspect and review completion of contracted work in support of routine maintenance activities as directed. E
• Attend and participate in meetings conferences and workshops to maintain current knowledge of industry trends and laws codes rules and regulations related to assigned activities. E
• Operate tools and equipment common to the trades; operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a District vehicle to conduct work. E
• Respond to emergency calls as necessary.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Principles practices tools equipment and materials used in performing a wide variety of construction repair and maintenance work.
Principles and practices of training and providing work direction.
Principles and practices of preventative maintenance.
Safe working procedures and practices.
Proper methods of storing equipment materials and supplies.
Applicable laws codes rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
Shop math applicable to the building trades.
Oral and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
Operation of a computer and assigned computerized maintenance management system.

Ability to:
Perform skilled journey level work in the building trades.
Train and provide work direction and guidance to others.
Plan schedule and assign the work of assigned staff.
Determine scope of work materials and labor needs.
Prepare cost estimates of work to be performed.
Order supplies tools and equipment in accordance with established guidelines.
Operate a variety of tools and equipment common to the trades.
Read interpret and work from plans and blueprints sketches drawings and specifications.
Interpret apply and explain applicable laws codes rules and regulations.
Recognize and correct safety hazards.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Prioritize and schedule work.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Maintain work pace appropriate to given work load.
Operate a District vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Operate a computer and assigned computerized maintenance management system.
Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or equivalent and completion of an approved apprenticeship program in one of the building maintenance trades.

OR

Experience:
Four years of journey level trade experience in the construction repair and maintenance of equipment facilities and properties.

Experience in a lead or supervisory capacity is desirable.

Any other combination of training and experience which is likely to provide the desired knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Valid California Class C drivers license.