Supervisor, Building Operations
- Omaha, NE, United States
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SPA EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING DATES POSTED: 10/30 - 11/09/2026 Position Summary Under limited supervision, the Supervisor, Building Operations in Facilities Management is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing assigned District facilities to assure effective, safe, and healthy working environments for District employees. The position is responsible and accountable for, but not limited to, building automation and operations; cleaning and sanitation; facility and grounds maintenance; and overall esthetics of assigned District facilities. The Supervisor, Building Operations is also responsible and accountable for all aspects of staff supervision, evaluation, training, development, and safety. ** Education** Required - High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) Minimum Requirements Required - Minimum of 5 years of recent experience in facilities operations and grounds maintenance with increased responsibility and Required - Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience or in a lead role. ** Licenses, Certifications and/or Testing** Required - Stationary Engineer's License Grade III (3) through the City of Omaha Upon Hire and Required - Have and maintain a valid drivers license Upon Hire and Required - Pre-employment Background Check and Drug Screen Upon Hire Required - Certified to wear an Air Purifying Respirator and a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) in order to comply with confined entry procedures and/or chemical exposure. Certification requires completing a Medical Questionnaire, passing a Pulmonary Function Test, Fit Test and compliance with the guidelines of the Districts Respiratory Protection Program. Upon Hire Required - Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-offer, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, follow-up, and return to duty testing. Upon Hire Required - Must attend and complete the Districts Confined Space Training program prior to any work related to any confined space entry. within 60 Days Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Possess a strong working knowledge of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. (Advanced proficiency) Possess understanding of system operations, temperature controls, scheduling, alarms, setpoints, and equipment performance monitoring. Proficient in the use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and building automation systems. (Intermediate proficiency) Proficiency with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP). (Intermediate proficiency) Ability to professionally and effectively supervise within all phases of employee relations to include training, coaching, evaluating, developing, and disciplining. Ability to work independently without detailed instructions; manage time effectively and efficiently; and adapt to changing priorities, meeting deadlines, and working well under pressure with strong attention to detail. Ability to lead the work of others with proven performance in following procedures, effective communication, and performing assignments in a timely manner with attention to detail, safety, and professionalism. Ability to learn new or upgraded computer software as required. Ability to oversee operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of HVAC equipment and associated building controls to ensure reliable, energy efficient, and comfortable facility environments. Ensure those systems operate in accordance with established standards, energy management practices, and facility requirements. (Advanced proficiency) Ability to interpret system data, identify operational deficiencies, coordinate corrective maintenance, and work with techni ians and contractors to resolve complex issues. Efficient written and verbal communication skills, in English, to assist internal and external customers, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, and management professionally, regardless of provocation. Essential Functions Plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise the mechanical and general maintenance of the assigned District facilities. Serve as the on-call facility supervisor for assigned facilities and fill in for other Facilities Management supervisory roles as assigned. Respond to requests, calls, and alerts related to facility and grounds conditions and investigate situations as they arise during scheduled and non-scheduled hours to ensure continuity of operations and meet employee needs. Manage and conduct emergency repairs as necessary. Schedule, activate standby, and call-out personnel for off hours preventative maintenance, snow removal, storm damage cleanup, and emergency issues to ensure District facilities and grounds are maintained. Manage all critical building components and equipment including updated software, hardware, system controls, monitors, and other appurtenances to assure safe and healthy facilities to include, but not limited to, lighting, monitoring, fire sprinkler/suppression, and air handling. Ensure the operation and maintenance of the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems to provide continual climate control of facilities 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Maintain safe, functional, effective, healthy, clean, and aesthetically acceptable work environments for District employees. Oversee the preventative maintenance and repair of all facility and grounds components, systems, equipment, and structures. Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules; perform and schedule repairs; and make recommendations for replacement as needed for facility and grounds components, systems, and equipment. Schedule and maintain records of required inspections and certifications to include, but not limited to, elevators, boilers, fire extinguishers, and fire sprinkler/suppression systems. Maintain records of operation, preventative maintenance, repairs, and replacements for assigned equipment and machinery utilizing electronic platforms to include Computerized Maintenance Management Systems. Coordinate efforts for the continual development, maintenance, licensing, and upgrades required for the District's equipment, Computerized Maintenance Management System, and building automation systems through close collaboration with the other District personnel and/or vendors as required. Develop and implement snow removal and storm damage cleanup plans and processes. Schedule, monitor, and activate standby for personnel as needed for snow removal and storm damage cleanup to include coordinating with other Divisions for assistance as needed. Maintain an inventory of essential materials and parts. Order supplies and tools as required to maintain District facilities following District procurement policies and procedures. Oversee the scheduling and preparation of meeting rooms, including furniture arrangement and audiovisual equipment set-up. Schedule and arrange for contracted maintenance and repair services as required to maintain facilities. Oversee the work of contractors to include, but not limited to, maintenance, equipment installations, and repairs. Coordinate facility operations with ongoing projects at Facilitie
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Skills
- Building automation
- Cleaning
- Sanitation
- Supervise staff
- Confined space
- CMMS
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- SAP
- Employee relations
- Work independently
- Attention to detail
- Troubleshooting