Building Maintenance Supervisor
Salary
$38,688.00 - $71,843.20 Annually
Location
Lynchburg, VA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
03424
Department
Juvenile Services
Opening Date
07/03/2025
Closing Date
7/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
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Description The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Department of Juvenile Services is seeking a Building Maintenance Supervisor. This position supervises and coordinates the activities of skilled trade employees and other workers engaged in a variety of mechanical, electrical and building maintenance activities. Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
• Plans, coordinates, performs, assigns and oversees the repair, maintenance, and construction of buildings and other structures, facilities and related equipment in performing general electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, masonry and painting work.
• Investigates citizen and user complaints regarding the general building condition.
• Receives requests and makes recommendations for service for special, emergency and/or unscheduled work.
• Coordinates the use of available equipment, materials and manpower to obtain maximum effectiveness and economy.
• Assists department in monitoring of the facility maintenance budget and making recommendations for short and long range equipment and building maintenance needs.
• Maintains tool and equipment inventories and ensure staff maintains an organized work vehicle.
• Manages the requisitions of necessary equipment, materials and supplies. Maintains records regarding routine and preventative maintenance work orders.
• Tracks work order information including work hours, material cost, task performed, and the assignment of work orders to staff.
• Inspects work orders performed by staff and outside contractors. Check for conformance to code, meeting the scope of work, and meet the timeline for completion of the work order request.
• Instructs staff on safety and practices of the trade; disciplines staff and enforces department policy and procedures.
• Works emergency duty on short notice as required. Respond to emergencies such as snow, flood, wind storms, etc.
• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES
Directly supervises assigned staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Minimum Education and Experience Required
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Journey-level knowledge in at least one of the major trade areas (plumbing, electrical HVAC).
• Supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must obtain Refrigerant Reclaim EPA certification.
Additional Requirements
• Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record according to City criteria .
• Relevant background checks must be completed and approved.
• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment.  May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.
The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the City's goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.
• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits: • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);
the City’s contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
• Life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation,  Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position
Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans
Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures
01
In detail, what Journeyman/Master-level experience or certification have you achieved?
02
In detail, describe what building trade(s) do you have the most experience in.
03
Do you have a Universal EPA certification? If not, what EPA certification do you have?
04
How many years of supervisory experience do you have?
• None
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 5 or more years
05
Please describe in detail, what skilled trade employees have you supervised?
06
DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid driver's license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.
• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Driver's License
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If you answered in the above question and you currently possess a Virginia Driver's License, please provide your License Number.
08
(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.
• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Driver's License during the past 3 years.
Required Question
Employer City of Lynchburg
Address 900 Church Street
Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504
Phone (434) 455-4200
Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources
Description The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Department of Juvenile Services is seeking a Building Maintenance Supervisor. This position supervises and coordinates the activities of skilled trade employees and other workers engaged in a variety of mechanical, electrical and building maintenance activities. Essential Duties ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
• Plans, coordinates, performs, assigns and oversees the repair, maintenance, and construction of buildings and other structures, facilities and related equipment in performing general electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, masonry and painting work.
• Investigates citizen and user complaints regarding the general building condition.
• Receives requests and makes recommendations for service for special, emergency and/or unscheduled work.
• Coordinates the use of available equipment, materials and manpower to obtain maximum effectiveness and economy.
• Assists department in monitoring of the facility maintenance budget and making recommendations for short and long range equipment and building maintenance needs.
• Maintains tool and equipment inventories and ensure staff maintains an organized work vehicle.
• Manages the requisitions of necessary equipment, materials and supplies. Maintains records regarding routine and preventative maintenance work orders.
• Tracks work order information including work hours, material cost, task performed, and the assignment of work orders to staff.
• Inspects work orders performed by staff and outside contractors. Check for conformance to code, meeting the scope of work, and meet the timeline for completion of the work order request.
• Instructs staff on safety and practices of the trade; disciplines staff and enforces department policy and procedures.
• Works emergency duty on short notice as required. Respond to emergencies such as snow, flood, wind storms, etc.
• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
SUPERVISORY DUTIES
Directly supervises assigned staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Minimum Education and Experience Required
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Journey-level knowledge in at least one of the major trade areas (plumbing, electrical HVAC).
• Supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must obtain Refrigerant Reclaim EPA certification.
Additional Requirements
• Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record according to City criteria .
• Relevant background checks must be completed and approved.
• Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment.  May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.