Summary Under general supervision, provides administrative and expert technical supervision of the general and daily operations of one or more work teams involved in significantly complex or higher graded mechanical, and electrical trades work. Incumbents at this level typically supervise Trades Chiefs, Trades Supervisors, and/or Engineering/Electronic Technicians. Serves as a working supervisor for the specialty area. 1. Plans, organizes, assigns, and reviews the maintenance work, installation services, and/or complex systems upgrades rendered by unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled workers/technicians assigned to work team(s). 2. Supervises and trains assigned personnel. Participates in the hiring process and implements progressive discipline. Resolves work-related and personnel issues on a daily basis. Performs on-the-job training and participates in performance management process. 3. Assists in budget projections, budget preparation and departmental planning for area of responsibility. 4. Recommends and oversees internal operating procedures. 5. Reviews work orders; determines work priority and makes appropriate personnel assignments; makes recommendations regarding work that falls outside the scope of the shop and suggests alternatives for timely and appropriate completion. 6. Ensures adequate supplies, materials, and equipment are maintained for area(s); initiates and/or prepares documentation related to purchase transactions; recommends and supervises vendors; oversees the ordering process. 7. Performs estimates of time, labor, and materials to be used on assigned projects. Prepares contractual specifications for construction, renovation, or overhaul work to be done by outside contractors. 8. Prepares a variety of special and recurring reports and analyses reflecting daily operations and project status. 9. Inspects shop and work areas for adherence to safety, sanitary, and security regulations. Develops safety procedures related to specific work tasks. Ensures area(s) meet established standards. 10. Inspects completed job assignments for adherence to trade standards and contract specifications. 11. Troubleshoots problems and performs maintenance repairs. 12. Operates and ensures operational readiness and safety of the tools and equipment of the trade(s). Repairs and/or directs the repair of machinery and equipment using hand and power tools, precision measuring devices and testing instruments. 13. Performs the duties of the specialized trade. Minimum Qualifications Facilities Supervisor Preferences: Knowledge of domestic water treatment, high-purity water treatment (RO/DI), seawater systems, electrical distribution, underground utilities, commercial and industrial HVAC, electrical troubleshooting, OSHA regulations, and general facilities operation. Minimum Qualifications: A thorough knowledge of facilities maintenance practices including preventative maintenance, diagnostics and repair, budgeting, efficiency standards and practices. The candidate should have at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience and at least 3 years in a lead or supervisory capacity. A non-commercial Class C or equivalent drivers license, valid in the State of Maryland, with fewer than 6 points is required. Required Application Materials: Resume, cover letter and list of at least 3 references with contact information Best Consideration Date: Apply by May 15th for best consideration Posting Close Date: n/a Open Until Filled: Yes Physical Demands: The applicant must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, be able to lift 50 pounds and must be able to work in confined spaces and in elevated locations. Department UMCES-Horn Point Laboratory Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $64,907 to $85,952 EEO Statement The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Center's policies, programs, and activities are in conformance with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations on nondiscrimination regarding race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, and disability. Inquiries regarding compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; or related legal requirements should be directed to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, Center Administration, 2020 Horns Point Rd, Cambridge, MD 21613.