Supervisor - Plant Services - 116

Position Title:
Supervisor - Plant Services - 116

Job Group:
Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Four years experience excluding apprenticeship in the applicable craft, trade or plant service supervised; or the equivalent combination of directly related education and experience. Must possess and maintain a current valid drivers license.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience overseeing maintenance and vendors of an apartment, community living, or similar
- Experience coordinating work with contractors, managers, and other necessary personnel
- Experience working with an electronic work order system
- Experience with preventative maintenance

Job Description:

Join our dynamic team at Iowa State University as a Supervisor in one area of the Department of Residence! You will lead a skilled trades team including Environmental Systems Mechanics, Facilities Mechanics, Plumbers, and Carpenters at the Schilletter and University Village Apartments (SUV). Responsibilities include establishing work schedules, managing work orders, performing preventive maintenance, and addressing daily emergencies. This position operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with an on-call rotation from Friday 4:00 PM to the following Friday 7:30 AM.

If you have strong supervisory skills and a passion for high standards of service, apply to join our maintenance team!

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
• Controls the work unit in establishing work schedules, assigning or reassigning duties, effecting transfers, and approving leave and overtime.
• Maintains accurate records, including time records, work schedules, and charges.
• Verifies and approves materials requisitioned by employees.
• Reviews and checks performance of assigned personnel in order to maintain high standards of service and workmanship.
• Interviews and effectively recommends hiring.
• Evaluates employee performance and effectively recommends disciplinary actions, promotions, merit increases, and termination.
• Trains and orients new employees; may conduct formal training.
• Reviews and keeps informed of new developments and techniques within area.
• Assist in preparing job cost estimates.
• Serves as first step in grievance procedure.
• Maintains and enforces prescribed safety standards.
• Performs the duties and responsibilities of the craft supervised as required and in emergency situations.
• Monitors equipment maintenance schedules and assigns maintenance when required.
• Orders repairs and parts when necessary.
• Acts upon requests and complaints from departments related to custodial services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to establish goals, schedule work, set deadlines for total accomplishment for self and subordinates.
• Ability to measure and evaluate employee performance and conduct reviews.
• Ability to interpret and explain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of appropriate interviewing techniques.
• Knowledge of and ability to enforce safety standards.
• Ability to accurately maintain a system of records.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in the trade supervised.
• Knowledge of building costs.
• Knowledge of purchasing policies and procurement practices.
• Ability to prepare cost estimates and specifications for facilities, equipment, materials, and repairs.
• Ability to communicate and interact with outside organizations and agencies such as municipal and state agencies and numerous private sectors.
• Knowledge of personnel policies and procedures.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. 

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
16

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application.

Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:
May 24, 2024

Posting Close Date:
June 6, 2024

Job Requisition Number:
R14740