Structural Trades Supervisor
Applications for this position will be accepted through 10 / 07 / 2025. Candidates are required to submit the following to be considered for this position :
- Resume, with date ranges, whether it was full or part time, and hours per week worked.
- DD-214 for veteran applicants.
- Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.
- This is an essential service position (Required to be on duty to perform essential and / or emergency services of the agency without delay and / or interruption).
- A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
What We Offer :
The salary for this position starts at $58,872 - $70644 ($4,906 / month).This position has been determined to be eligible for overtime (non-exempt) under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).This position is eligible for paid sick leave.Work Location : On-site
Description :
Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone students, faculty, staff, and community members regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS)!
This position is a working supervisor and will be accountable to the Trades Manager. The position will be responsible for leading, supervising, and working alongside the work group in the trade disciplines of carpentry, painting, locksmithing, and general maintenance. This position will assist the Trades Manager in developing and implementing operational and strategic maintenance plans that directly support the Facilities Services mission to deliver efficient and cost-effective services. This position supports campus sustainable principles and practices and takes initiative to protect department budgets while maximizing service delivery. As essential personnel this position will be required to remove snow and ice when seasonal conditions require it and respond to other campus emergencies as needed / required. This position will review and approve payroll and leave reporting for the assigned staff members.
Who We Are :
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of different offices and programs. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused on preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus. Find more information about working at UCCS here.
The key responsibilities include :
Leadership and SupervisionLead and supervise the assigned work group, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with codes, standards, and organizational policies.Complete yearly evaluations in accordance with University Staff and Classified staff rules, and update position descriptions as needed.Resolve staff conflict immediately and in accordance with HR guidelines and policies.Assist staff in professional self-development, monitor job-related performance, and drive training and professional development participation to maintain high quality service delivery.Monitor the quality and timeliness of all work completed by the assigned work group and implement changes as needed to produce high quality work in accordance with APPA level II guidelines.Respond to customer service needs quickly and effectively and ensure that the assigned work group does the same.Build positive service relationships with campus stakeholders and outside vendors.Collect and utilize deferred maintenance and Facility Condition Index (FCI) data to determine immediate and long-term maintenance requirements.Respond to emergencies on campus, leading team response to mitigate life-safety and property loss events.Reactive and Preventative Maintenance (RM / PM) work utilizing WebTMAUtilize CMMS software (TMA 7) to submit, assign, track, and review work requests for the assigned work group.Ensure that CMMS is being correctly utilized by the assigned work group to manage and document work tasks.Communicate all pertinent work order information to the customer and ensure that customer is notified of work completion.Assign predictive / preventative maintenance tasks to the assigned work group within TMA.Manage assigned equipment and tool inventories within TMA and ensure data is current and accurate.Complete all assigned work orders per department directions and guidelines.Financial, Project, and Operational administrative supportParticipate in all maintenance operations as needed.Put together bids / estimates from various supply distributors and vendors for campus maintenance / repair projects.Recommend process improvements and equipment recommendations for more efficient operation.Serve as the trade specific liaison and resource for the Trades Manager, Office of Planning, Design and Construction, consultants, and project managers to provide broad knowledge of the structural / general maintenance aspects of buildings and associated components within buildings.Provide outage communications to campus in support of projects and maintenance operations.Assist department leadership by managing assigned work group purchases and staying within allocated budget constraints.Work with the Trades Manager, Materials, Acquisition and Distribution Supervisor and vendors to streamline department ordering and delivery processes. Audit staff work orders to ensure chargebacks are accounted for. Assist with coordinating the purchasing of equipment and supplies so campus service requirements are maintained. Responsible for timely processing and payment of external provider invoices. Maintain a procurement card for emergency purchasing and complete monthly accruals in accordance with all applicable guidelines.Snow and Ice RemovalPerform snow removal and ice control duties as assigned by Supervisor and department requirements.Use equipment and vehicles necessary to remove snow and ice from walkways, roads, entrances, etc.Apply ice melt where necessary to prevent dangerous conditions and unnecessary slips, falls, and injuries.Candidates must understand and comply with the following :
Successfully pass a background checkPre-employment Physical : Must be able to push, pull, lift, carry up to 50lbs.Pre-employment Drug TestingDrug Free WorkplaceOngoing Functional Capacity TestingDriver's License RequirementEssential Services DesignationRequired to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfareEmployee may be expected to work various shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on the needs of the building or work groupUse, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materialsLab areas & exposure to cleaning productsPossible exposure to Infectious Materials / Human Blood or Bodily FluidsTentative Search Timeline :
The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of 10 / 20 / 25.The potential dates for interviews with the supervisor and appointing authority will be the week of 10 / 27 / 25.The potential employee start date is 11 / 10 / 25 - 12 / 1 / 25.The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and / or motor vehicle history check.
UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719