Supervisor of General Trades

Amherst, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Daemen University is a dynamic independent liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life civic engagement and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative innovative ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing diverse and interconnected world.

The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.

Purpose of Role

Under general supervision this position plans and directs the maintenance and repair activities for all assigned staff and contractors for all campus buildings. The position provides supervision for all assigned staff. The position is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all equipment such as streets sidewalks elevators etc. and all building maintenance including all general building repairs throughout all campus buildings. The position estimates work times for assigned staff and manages all assigned staff. The position also has oversight responsibility.

About This Opportunity

Personally performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks.
Makes regular inspections of buildings and equipment to identify conditions that require repair and issues work orders for needed repairs.
Provide both skill set and safety training to all assigned staff on a constant basis.
Estimates work in all areas of responsibility and processes documentation for purchase of goods and services and verifies receipt of goods and invoices for payment.
Considered essential personnel/responder - which means that this position reports to work when the University is closed or in emergency situations unless otherwise determined by the supervisor.
Position may be required to possess and maintain certification licensure educational level and/or experience criteria as applicable to the tasks being performed or supervised and follow applicable building codes.
On-call responsibilities for Facilities Services Maintenance (in 2-week rotation 1 of 4 people) This is a working supervisory position - minimum journeyman level skills and abilities are associated with job.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to read and comprehend various forms documentation files and information in the department.
Basic mathematical skills to be able to estimate jobs and review costs.
Thorough knowledge of principles policies practices materials tools and equipment used in general building construction maintenance and repair.
Strong supervisory interpersonal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of computers as related to facilities and work order systems.
Ability to recognize areas in need of maintenance repair or improvement.
Ability to evaluate and resolve day-to-day problems pertaining to the maintenance or repair of the physical facilities.
Must possess journey level knowledge of one or more trades or advanced knowledge in one trade applicable to area supervised.
Good general knowledge of all building trades to include: HVAC plumbing systems carpentry electrical and mechanical trades.
Ability to lay out and inspect the work of trades people and provide clear direction. Ability to supervise the work of others.
Must have personal hand tools for completing assigned work
Normal work week is forty (40) hours Monday -Friday but the ability to work extended hours and weekends to respond to emergencies and meet deadlines is required.
Ability to be on call 24/7 for building trades responsibilities.
Ability to drive a university vehicle for university business on a regular basis as approved by university insurance.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma/GED required.

Associates degree in technical related field preferred (building construction mechanical or electrical engineering preferred).

Minimum of five (5) years experience where work involved the overall maintenance of buildings which included HVAC electrical plumbing carpentry etc. - three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity and preferably in a higher education environment.
Minimum journeyman carpentry electrical plumbing or mechanical skill level is required.
A valid New York State drivers license required that satisfies both University and insurance company underwriting rules and regulations for driving a motor vehicle

Total Compensation

Daemen University offers a robust total compensation package that includes:

Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible funded by employer HSA contributions or a copay plan.
Dental insurance through the Guardian network.
Vision insurance through the Guardian network and an option between the VSP or Davis plans.
An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%.
Fully paid long term disability insurance guaranteed-issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150000.
Tuition waiver for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. Entrance in Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions.
Generous time off for administrative and staff employees.

Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19 including a booster vaccine.

Required Experience:

Manager

Purpose of Role

About This Opportunity

Personally performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks.
Makes regular inspections of buildings and equipment to identify conditions that require repair and issues work orders for needed repairs.
Provide both skill set and safety training to all assigned staff on a constant basis.
Estimates work in all areas of responsibility and processes documentation for purchase of goods and services and verifies receipt of goods and invoices for payment.
Considered essential personnel/responder - which means that this position reports to work when the University is closed or in emergency situations unless otherwise determined by the supervisor.
Position may be required to possess and maintain certification licensure educational level and/or experience criteria as applicable to the tasks being performed or supervised and follow applicable building codes.
On-call responsibilities for Facilities Services Maintenance (in 2-week rotation 1 of 4 people) This is a working supervisory position - minimum journeyman level skills and abilities are associated with job.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Ability to read and comprehend various forms documentation files and information in the department.
Basic mathematical skills to be able to estimate jobs and review costs.
Thorough knowledge of principles policies practices materials tools and equipment used in general building construction maintenance and repair.
Strong supervisory interpersonal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of computers as related to facilities and work order systems.
Ability to recognize areas in need of maintenance repair or improvement.
Ability to evaluate and resolve day-to-day problems pertaining to the maintenance or repair of the physical facilities.
Must possess journey level knowledge of one or more trades or advanced knowledge in one trade applicable to area supervised.
Good general knowledge of all building trades to include: HVAC plumbing systems carpentry electrical and mechanical trades.
Ability to lay out and inspect the work of trades people and provide clear direction. Ability to supervise the work of others.
Must have personal hand tools for completing assigned work
Normal work week is forty (40) hours Monday -Friday but the ability to work extended hours and weekends to respond to emergencies and meet deadlines is required.
Ability to be on call 24/7 for building trades responsibilities.
Ability to drive a university vehicle for university business on a regular basis as approved by university insurance.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma/GED required.

Associates degree in technical related field preferred (building construction mechanical or electrical engineering preferred).

Minimum of five (5) years experience where work involved the overall maintenance of buildings which included HVAC electrical plumbing carpentry etc. - three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity and preferably in a higher education environment.
Minimum journeyman carpentry electrical plumbing or mechanical skill level is required.
A valid New York State drivers license required that satisfies both University and insurance company underwriting rules and regulations for driving a motor vehicle

Total Compensation

Daemen University offers a robust total compensation package that includes:

Health insurance with an option of two plans: an HSA plan with the deductible funded by employer HSA contributions or a copay plan.
Dental insurance through the Guardian network.
Vision insurance through the Guardian network and an option between the VSP or Davis plans.
An 8% employer contribution to the retirement savings account when employees contribute just 5%.
Fully paid long term disability insurance guaranteed-issue life insurance for new hires up to a volume of $150000.
Tuition waiver for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. Entrance in Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities to pursue education at other institutions.
Generous time off for administrative and staff employees.

Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19 including a booster vaccine.

Required Experience:

Manager

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Daemen University

Daemen College is a private, nonsectarian, co-educational, comprehensive college in Amherst, New York, chartered to award both undergraduate and graduate level degrees. Located in a safe and attractive suburban setting, Daemen offers convenient access to one of the country’s most vibr ... View more

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