Superintendent, Facilities Maintenance & Operations. at City of Hampton – Hampton, Virginia

"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.”

The City of Hampton is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking professional to serve as the Superintendent of Facilities Maintenance & Operations. This position leads the day-to-day functions of the Facilities Maintenance Division within the Department of Public Works, ensuring City facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained to support quality service delivery across all departments.

The Superintendent will plan, direct, and administer maintenance, repair, and custodial operations, manage capital improvement projects, oversee service contracts, and ensure compliance with safety, emergency preparedness, and sustainability standards. This role requires a proactive leader who values collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Facility Management, Engineering, Business, or closely related field.
• Five (5) years of full-time equivalent experience in working with various building systems.
• Five (5) years of full-time equivalent supervisory experience.
• Must have a strong knowledge of all the building trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Carpentry), to include project management.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the city of Hampton’s criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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• Plans, directs, and administers the day-to-day functions of the Public Works Facilities Maintenance Division. (Capital Improvement Projects, Facilities Operating Budget, Contracts and Procurement, Customer Service and Employee relations.
• Oversees ALL building maintenance and repair.
• Operates and maintains custodial functions; internal employees and contracts.
• Ensures security and emergency preparedness procedures are implemented properly.
• Forecasts, allocates, and supervises the financial and physical resources of the facility management.
• Responsible for building and maintaining a Facilities Asset Management System and creating a facilities equipment replacement plan.
• Oversees and supervises the quality of work for facilities employees to ensure that all tasks are performed correctly, efficiently, and effectively. ? Responsible for creating reports on maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other relevant staff.
• Recommends maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and facility design modifications.
• Manages and reviews service contracts.
• Responsible for conducting and documenting regular facilities inspections and PM Program.
• Checks completed work by vendors and contractors.
• Communicates workplace safety precautions to employees.
• Oversees the maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing, carpentry, security, fire systems, etc.
• Assists with the removal snow at city facilities and parking lots; participates in disaster recovery efforts.
• Ensures that City facilities are maintained at a comfortable temperature with proper lighting and ensures that mandated inspections are completed (fire, elevator, etc.) and that all contracted services are being met and buildings are kept clean. ? Manages subordinate employees, assigning tasks and projects, monitoring work, conducting employee evaluations, training and mentoring.
• Collaborating with the most senior building occupants and upper management on budgeting for facilities needs.
• Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance.