The
Assistant Facilities Manager is responsible for the day-to-day
management of facility department operations. This work includes
managing staff and coordinating work of external vendors. This position
will be responsible for monitoring and managing all library facilities
automated mechanical systems in the absence of the Facilities Manager.
He/she will be responsible for the maintenance repairs of all HVAC,
electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting of all library facilities.
He/she will be responsible for monitoring and operating all building
management software applications in the absence of the facilities
manager. He/she shall assure grounds are maintained and set up for
seasonal change overs, maintenance, and repair of sprinkler systems. The
Assistant Facilities Manager shall assure all library vehicles are
properly maintained, repaired, and inspected as required. He/she shall
manage all custodial services and oversee all vendor work. This position
will prepare, schedule, and manage maintenance activity and supervise
employees, schedule work assignments, inspect work, be responsible
hiring, training, discipline, and terminations. The position is on call
24/7. All other work as may be assigned by the Facilities Manager.
Major Job Responsibility: Knowledge
of various maintenance trades, including carpentry, electrical,
plumbing, and HVAC. Skilled in Building Management Systems maintenance
and monitoring. Mechanical aptitude. Knowledge of the types and uses of
equipment and materials used in maintenance and repair work. Knowledge
of safety practices and procedures followed in maintenance and repair
work. Knowledge of the standard preventive maintenance procedures
followed in connection with building structures. Knowledge of the
principles, practices, and techniques of supervision. Knowledge of
inspections of buildings, grounds, building systems, heating plants, and
life safety equipment. Ability to read and understand construction
specifications and blueprints. Ability to give precise oral and written
instructions. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to exercise
sound judgment. Ability to make decisions and act quickly in emergency
situations. Ability to deal tactfully with others and establish rapport
with person from different ethnic, cultural and/or economic backgrounds.
Responds to alarm calls as needed on a 24 hour and 7-day schedule.
Proficient computer and systems knowledge; Strong literacy in Microsoft
Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Ability to continuously bend, twist, stoop, reach and pull. Ability to
keep composure in everyday, potentially stressful situations. Ability to
meet a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends. Able to
walk, sit and stand for extended periods. Close vision, distance
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust
focus. Ability to lift to 75 pounds.
OTHER:
Ability to meet a flexible work schedule, including evenings and
weekends. Available for 24 hr. emergency call by telephone and/or cell
phone. Able to travel to all facilities within the city, during all
weather conditions. Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Exposure to inclement
weather. Exposure to potential hazardous chemical solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS: Associates
degree in facilities management, construction management, related field
or licensed HVAC, Plumber, S-3 and/or steam systems or Electrician
required. Three (3) years of progressive experience managing facilities
maintenance operations. Must have valid CT driver’s license. Experience
building management software with Andover systems and/or Automated Logic
preferred.
To Apply: Please email resume and cover letter to hpljobs@hplct.org and reference “Assistant Facilities Manager” in the subject line of your email.
Hartford Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
