FACILITIES SUPERVISOR jobs in Rochester, MN

The City of Rochester invites applications for:

Building Automation Specialist & Facilities Supervisor

Nature of Work:
This position is responsible for optimizing performance of assigned buildings and mechanical and electrical systems as part of an integrated facilities team and will have a key role in developing and documenting City of Rochester (CoR) building control standards. Responsibilities include coordinating integrated operations of assigned buildings, creating and operationalizing proactive safety and maintenance procedures, providing positive leadership for assigned teammates, and driving innovative alignment with the City’s Vision and Strategic Priorities.

 Starting salary is $79,171 to $93,142 with advancement to $116,429.

The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment or location.

 *Coordinating aligned operations of assigned buildings

• Oversee the management and operations and maintenance of assigned City buildings.
• Identify and eliminate redundancies in inventories, procedures, sourcing, and operations in assigned buildings
• Ensure operational capability and readiness of operating teammates by establishing and maintaining training and qualification programs.
• Establish, maintain, and improve means and methods for monitoring optimal system performance.
• Create and implement standard and preventative maintenance practices and schedules
• Implement CoR standard sequence of operation of new/renovated mechanical systems
• Project manage the commissioning of all CoR mechanical system plan design, equipment, sequencing, and operation
• Collaborate with CoR sustainability teammates to improve efficiency and long-term sustainability of renovation projects, new construction, and ongoing commissioning.
• Integrate building mechanical systems at highest level of intelligence to provide optimum efficiency (irrigation, occupancy, access control, lighting, forecasting, AI, etc.)
• Request resources as needed to support innovative and integrated facilities operations.

*Create and operationalize proactive safety and maintenance procedures.

• In conjunction with the City’s Safety Administrator, recommend, develop, and monitor proactive safety procedures.
• Work with the integrated facilities team to establish a comprehensive preventative maintenance program.
• Plan and coordinate maintenance outages by determining the schedule, time and labor necessary for maintenance. Interpret policies, regulations, and rules both independently and with subject-matter experts to formulate and author a comprehensive compliance program for various outside permitting agencies.

*Provide supervision and positive leadership to assigned teammates.

• Oversee scheduling of Operations (custodial and maintenance) teammates ensuring proactive coverage and needs-based solutions in compliance with applicable laws, city policies, and labor con- tracts.
• Provide work direction to teammates relative to the completion of designated assignments; delegate responsibilities as appropriate.
• Provide teammates with ongoing coaching and feedback; conduct annual performance evaluations in compliance with organizational policies; initiate corrective action when appropriate.
• Partner with the designated human resources business partner to implement effective hiring and selection practices.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of divisional budgets and strategic priorities.
• Ensure teammate personnel, timekeeping, and training records are accurately maintained per City policy and statutory requirements.

Perform other duties as assigned or necessary. 

*Essential Functions

Education and Experience
An Associate's degree, from an accredited program and five (5) years related experience in the operation of building automation systems and energy management systems with at least three (3) years in a supervisory/lead capacity. 

Licenses and/or Certifications
Valid driver's license
A current MN Special Class Engineer License, or equivalent. If an equivalent license is held at the time of hire, candidate must obtain the MN Special Class Engineer Boiler license within three months of appointment to position.  

Desirable Qualifications
Technical Training: Coursework in building automation, building mechanical and electrical systems, technical writing, boiler operators, pollution controls and monitoring.
Leadership Training: Coursework in communication, human relations, team-building and related supervisory, leadership and management skills.

POSITION COMPETENCIES
Tech Savvy: Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.

Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.

Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Collaborates: Building partnerships and working with others to meet shared objectives.

Persuades: Using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.

Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

*THIS POSITION MAY BE COVERED BY THE CITY'S ASBESTOS PROTECTION PROGRAM (based on job assignment) 
Employees in this position may be required to use protective equipment including respirators and the City of Rochester will conform to all State and Federal requirements in administering this program. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: the technology and practical application of building automation equipment and controls; mechanical systems: what they do and how they operate; Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems; computers, electronics, and electrical circuits and how they work together; engineering and technology including principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment; building and construction materials, tools, and processes 

Skill in: developing and maintaining effective working relationships; providing and exemplifying superior leadership as well as excellent customer service; communicating in both oral and written formats with regard to operating procedures, memorandums; group presentations, email and face-to-face conversation; planning and organizing utilizing various computerized and electronic tools resulting in effective delegation of tasks and response to feedback for consistent accomplishment of goals; managing change to include the promotion and implementation of technical and social improvements impacting facility operations; demonstrating the benefits of these changes; completing administrative tasks allowing for the collection, collation, analysis and storage of large amounts of data involving the various aspects (e.g. human, equipment, emissions, fuel, etc.) of facilities operation. 

Ability to: research and correct complex building automation operational issues involving mechanical and electrical systems. Build positive and cohesive teams involving staff on a 24/7 schedule; conduct meaningful performance discussions; manage controversy constructively; promote continuing education and career growth; provide training and coaching with practices, procedures and performance as needed to equip staff to succeed.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation. 

In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as Light to Medium Work: Exerting from 10 to 50 pounds of force occasionally from a negligible amount up to 20 pounds of force frequently or 10 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. 

Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below: Frequent demands: standing, walking, sitting 
Occasional demands: bending, lifting, pushing/pulling; reaching; handling; fine dexterity; foot controls; twisting; climbing 

Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing, touch, and smell 

Environmental conditions
Most of the work is performed indoors with little to no exposure to extreme heat or cold. Rarely, conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
Noise (need to shout in order to be heard)
Vibration (exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body)
Exposure to dust/gas/fumes/steam/chemicals
Work at heights (such as on scaffolding or ladders)
Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors, mowers)