Facilities Division Manager in West Palm Beach, Florida at Town of Palm Beach

• This is skilled administrative and supervisory work in the operation and maintenance of the Town's Streets Bureau, Electrical Bureau, Paint Sign Bureau, Grounds Maintenance Bureau, and General Maintenance Bureau.
• The employee in this classification is responsible for the safe and economical maintenance of the Town's facilities, grounds, medians, parks, streets, sidewalks, bike paths, traffic signs, and street lights,
• The employee supervises the work of skilled employees to insure programs and projects are being completed as requested in a productive and cost efficient manner.
• Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Public Works, who reviews work through discussions with the employee and the examination of records and reports; however, the employee is required to exercise independent judgement and initiative in the proper operation of the Facilities Maintenance Division.

Physical and Environmental Demands or Conditions

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Clarity of vision to view computer monitor, written documents, or objects in the distance, including perception of color.
• Ability to raise or lower objects of up to 20 pounds from one level to another (includes upward pulling).
  
  

• Plans, assigns, directs and supervises the work of skilled subordinate employees engaged in caring for Municipal medians, and rights of ways, , Facilities, parks, streets, sidewalks, bike paths, street lights, traffic signs,.
• Develops and manages Facilities Maintenance Division budget.
• Implements Department policies and procedures.
• Performs routine administrative tasks.
• Monitors the Town's infrastructure for repairs and upgrades.
• Develops and implements safety, pest control, and other various programs within the division.
• Negotiates and meets with contractors for work on Town-owned property, as required.
• Inspects completed work.
• Co-operates with interested civic groups in fostering Beautification programs.

• Utilizes maintenance management and financial software to manage recurring and non-recurring tasks.
• Other tasks as assigned

• High School diploma or GED equivalent, with two years college course work or equivalent in related field.
• At least seven years of experience in building maintenance, horticulture, and irrigation techniques.
• At least five years supervisory experience.
• Considerable public relations experience.
• Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
• Certifications or licenses in electrical, HVAC or arborist/horticulturalist fields preferred.

• Ability to maintain records and create reports.
• Ability to effectively train, supervise and evaluate subordinate personnel while directing the completion of projects in a professional, effective, and timely manner.
• Familiarity with tools and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of grounds and facilities.
• Strong background in principles, practices, equipment, materials, and operating procedures of horticulture and park management, landscaping, building and street maintenance, and irrigation design.
• Ability to find solutions to problems that are part of the operation of a facilities maintenance operation.
• Ability to effectively work with civic groups and make presentations on Municipal projects.
• Excellent writing and mathematical skills