DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Work involves supervision and management of the day-to-day maintenance and repair of Town buildings, parks, and recreational facilities, with a strong focus on athletic field maintenance and facility upkeep. Responsibilities include overseeing, coordinating, and performing daily operations, maintenance, and repairs. Incumbent will be responsible for coordinating with contractors and vendors for specialized services, capital improvement projects, and building systems. In addition, they will supervise snow removal, emergency repairs, and preventive maintenance programs, ensuring that all operations comply with safety regulations. The role also requires maintaining accurate records for reporting and audits, engaging with community organizations, and collaborating with local schools and civic groups to ensure the continued functionality and accessibility of public facilities. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Town Supervisor with leeway for the exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work. Supervision will be exercised over park maintenance staff and may be exercised over other subordinate staff. Performs related work as required. 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

• Oversees the daily operations, maintenance, repairs, and preventive care for town owned buildings, grounds, athletic fields, parks, and recreational facilities; 
• Supervises maintenance and custodial staff, ensuring efficient scheduling, operations, and compliance with safety regulations; 
• Coordinates with contractors and outside vendors for specialized services and capital improvement projects; 
• Manages relationships with contractors and vendors for building repairs, grounds maintenance, and other services; 
• Prepares bid packages, review proposals, and ensure quality and timely completion of contracted work; 
• Develops and implement preventive maintenance programs; 
• Responds promptly to building and grounds emergencies, including during off-hours; 
• Performs inspections to identify potential issues before they become problems; 
• Ensures that all Town facilities and grounds are maintained in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental and safety standards; 
• Leads and participates in the regular inspection of buildings and grounds for safety hazards and ensure timely repairs; 
• Oversees the planning, scheduling, and execution of maintenance projects, renovations, and capital improvements;
• Prepares specifications, develop project timelines, and track budgets for facility-related projects; 
• Assists in the preparation and management of the maintenance department’s budget;
• Monitors expenses, ensure cost-effective solutions, and make recommendations for necessary improvements or budget adjustments; 
• Coordinates with various stakeholders, including the Recreation Department, local schools, civic groups, and volunteers; 
• Coordinates the use of athletic fields, parks, and common spaces, ensuring that schedules and maintenance needs are met; 
• Develops and implements a snow removal plan for properties under the Town’s care;
• Coordinates snow and ice removal operations to ensure safe access to all public facilities; 
• Maintains records and create reports on maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs for review by the Town Supervisor and Town Board;
• Prepares and submits annual reports on facility conditions, improvements, and budget requests; 
• Provides training and professional development opportunities for staff; 
• Ensures that maintenance and custodial staff are well-versed in best practices for safety and building maintenance; 
• Performs a variety of related activities as required.

Typical Work Activities are intended only as illustrations of possible types of work that might be appropriately assigned to an incumbent of this title. Work activities that do not appear above are not excluded as appropriate work assignments, as long as they can be reasonably understood to be within the logical limits of the job.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Comprehensive knowledge of turfgrass management, facilities maintenance, and grounds upkeep; good knowledge of Town facilities and department functions and responsibilities; good knowledge of fiscal record keeping and accounts related to capital and related projects; good knowledge of record keeping procedures for capital and related projects from conception to completion; working knowledge of municipal boundaries and municipal agencies at the local level; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to operate a variety of tools and equipment; ability to negotiate contracts; ability to supervise a staff; ability to develop and manage maintenance budgets, while ensuring compliance with building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standard; ability to understand oral and written instructions; ability to problem solve; ability to work independently; ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships; initiative; tact and courtesy; a high degree of accuracy; physical ability commensurate with the requirements of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelors degree or higher in Facilities, Landscape, or Turf management or closely related course and one (1) year of work experience involving facility and grounds maintenance, operations, or project management, or closely related work, and one (1) year of supervisory experience in same; or 
2. Bachelor’s Degree or higher and three (3) years work experience involving facility and grounds maintenance, operations, or project management, or closely related work, one (1) of which must have included landscape, or turf management or maintenance and one (1) year of supervisory experience in same, or 
3. Associates Degree or 60 credits towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Facilities, Landscape, or Turf management or closely related course and three (3) years work experience involving facility and grounds maintenance, operations, or project management, or closely related work, and one (1) year of supervisory experience in same or
4. Associates Degree or 60 credits five (5) years work experience involving facility and grounds maintenance, operations, or project management, or closely related work, one (1) of which must have included landscape, or turf management or maintenance and one (1) year of supervisory experience in same; or
5. A certificate in Turf Management and six (6) years work experience involving facility and grounds maintenance, operations, or project management, or closely related work and one (1) year of supervisory experience in same.

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Competitive Class