ASSISTANT BUILDING SUPERINTENDENT

DEPARTMENT: Buildings & Grounds

SALARY: (U33): $52,343 - $86,092

LOCATION: Ewing, NJ

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday,8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with a thirty-minute unpaid lunch break.

REPORTS TO: Director of Maintenance Services

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Full-Time, Open Competitive – Subject to CivilService Examination

VACANCIES: 1

JOB SPECIFICATION: AssistantBuilding Superintendent

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Mercer County is seeking a dependable,organized, and experienced individual to serve as an Assistant BuildingSuperintendent supporting the supervision of building and grounds cleaning,maintenance, and related operations.

The Assistant Building Superintendent willassist in overseeing the cleaning and maintenance of County buildings andgrounds, the operation of elevators, the storage of equipment and supplies, andthe work of assigned employees. The position will help ensure that facilitiesare properly maintained, work assignments are completed effectively, andappropriate records, reports, materials, and supplies are maintained.

The position requires strong organizationaland supervisory skills, attention to detail, the ability to identify andresolve building and maintenance issues, and the ability to communicateeffectively with employees and others.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Building Cleaning & Maintenance

• Assisting insupervising the cleaning and maintenance of County buildings, offices,furniture, fixtures, and related facilities.
• Assisting insupervising the sweeping, washing, sanding, and waxing of floors.
• Inspecting facilitiesand assisting in identifying building cleaning and maintenance needs.
• Assisting in analyzingmaintenance problems and determining appropriate corrective action.

Grounds & Facility Maintenance

• Assisting insupervising the care and maintenance of grounds adjacent to public buildings.
• Assisting in ensuringthat buildings and surrounding grounds are properly maintained.
• Monitoring assignedwork to ensure that established procedures and standards are followed.

Employee Supervision

• Giving suitableassignments and instructions to assigned employees.
• Assisting insupervising and coordinating the work of employees responsible for cleaning andmaintenance activities.
• Assisting insupervising and coordinating the work of employees responsible for maintainingand repairing building utility and mechanical systems such as electrical wiringand controls, heating, cooling, plumbing, and steam generating systems.
• Assisting inestablishing and maintaining effective work procedures.
• Addressingwork-related concerns and complaints tactfully and taking appropriate remedialaction.

Equipment, Materials & Supplies

• Assisting insupervising the proper storage of office equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Requisitioningequipment, materials, and supplies needed for building and maintenanceoperations.
• Assisting in ensuringthat appropriate equipment and materials are available to support assignedwork.
• Assisting insupervising and coordinating the work of employees responsible for themaintenance, repair, and servicing of the central heating plant, mechanicalequipment, plumbing and/or sewage systems, and other equipment and accessories
• Maintaining knowledgeof the equipment and materials required for effective building and facilitymaintenance.

Records, Reports & Administrative Support

• Preparing reportsrelated to building, grounds, cleaning, and maintenance activities.
• Assisting inestablishing and maintaining appropriate records and files.
• Assisting with thepreparation of budget estimates related to building and maintenance operations.
• Maintaining accurateinformation regarding work activities, supplies, equipment, and facilitymaintenance.
• Utilizing electronicand/or manual recording and information systems as required.

General Supervision & Administration

• Communicatingeffectively with employees, supervisors, County departments, vendors, and otherparties as necessary.
• Performing otherrelated building maintenance, supervisory, and administrative duties asassigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE

• Four (4) years of experience involving the inspection, cleaning,and maintenance of furniture, offices, and buildings and/or the care,reconditioning, and maintenance of grounds.
• At least one (1) year of the required experience must have beenin a supervisory capacity.

LICENSE:

• A valid New Jerseydriver's license is required only when the operation of a vehicle, rather thanemployee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of theposition.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of procedures and methods usedin building cleaning, maintenance, and grounds operations.
• Knowledge of equipment, materials, andsupplies used to maintain buildings and facilities.
• Knowledge of purchasing procedures andmaintaining appropriate records and files.
• Ability to identify maintenance andoperational problems and determine appropriate solutions.
• Ability to assign, direct, and provideinstruction to employees.
• Ability to establish and maintaineffective work procedures.
• Ability to address complaints tactfullyand take appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to prepare reports, maintainrecords, and assist with budget estimates.
• Ability to learn and use County electronicand manual information systems.
• Strong organizational, supervisory,communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively withemployees, departments, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities andensure timely completion of assigned work.

BENEFITSOF WORKING WITH MERCER COUNTY

MercerCounty is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports thehealth, financial security, and professional development of our employees.Benefits include:

• Access to health and wellness coverage
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans
• Generous paid time off and leave programs
• Ongoing training and tuition assistance

MercerCounty EEO/ Civil Service Statement & Residency Requirements:

MercerCounty is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse,inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide equal employment opportunitiesto all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, national origin,nationality, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil unionstatus, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional orsexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellularor blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forcesof the United States, disability, or any other protected characteristic underfederal, state, or local law.

Asa Civil Service employer under the State of New Jersey, all candidates mustcomply with New Jersey Civil Service Commission regulations and guidelines.Mercer County residency is required. Non-residents must establish residencywithin one (1) year of employment.

MercerCounty is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordancewith the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws,specifically in accordance with the New Jersey State Policy ProhibitingDiscrimination in the Workplace.