Assistant Building Maintenance Superintendent

Assistant Building Maintenance Superintendent

The City of Bowie is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Building Maintenance Superintendent to support the planning, supervision, and coordination of maintenance, repair, and operations for municipal facilities. This role oversees mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, life safety, environmental, and structural systems to ensure buildings are safe, functional, and efficient. Overseeing a staff of twelve employees, including four direct reports, and providing guidance to various contractors, duties include managing projects for system repairs, upgrades and facility renovations, developing specifications, evaluating contractor performance, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards. Additionally, the incumbent provides technical guidance, participates in budget and resource planning, and performs other related duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the Building Maintenance Division.

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to :

• Manages the City's HVAC and generator preventative maintenance programs.
• Oversees the implementation, operation, and maintenance of building management systems, including HVAC, life safety, security, and energy management systems.
• Performs administrative duties related to building inspection, maintenance, repair, and operations, including planning, research, and coordination of activities and personnel internally and externally.
• Participates in budget preparation; develops, monitors, and maintains budget information, including cost projections, expenditures, labor, and energy usage. Controls expenditures in accordance with approved budgets.
• Prepares routine administrative reports, draft Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Invitations for Bid (IFBs). Reviews and recommends approval of bids, purchase orders, and petty cash receipts to ensure compliance with City policies.
• Monitors vendor and contractor performance; approves payments when contract requirements are met.
• Conducts daily inspections of building systems and utilities to ensure proper operation. Tests safety devices, performs minor adjustments and repairs, and coordinates major repairs as required.
• Plans and schedules maintenance, repair, and inspection work; determines requirements for materials, equipment, and work methods. Recommends when service contracts are appropriate.
• Performs preventive maintenance and repairs in accordance with local and federal codes (e.g., MOSH, OSHA), manufacturer specifications, and safety regulations. Schedules work with certified contractors as needed.
• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing ladders, and lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to perform tasks in confined spaces, on rooftops, and in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and inclement weather.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Employee Benefits :

The City of Bowie offers a robust menu of employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance, a 401(K) with employer match, and a 457 savings plan.

Salary : $71,277 annually