<p>JOB DESCRIPTIONCity of Allentown</p> <p>Position Description</p> <p>Class Title: Facilities Manager</p> <p>Grade Number: 16 N</p> <p>Department: Public Works</p> <p>Bureau: Building Maintenance</p> <p>Union: None</p> <p>GENERAL PURPOSE</p> <p>Directs the work of several crews engaged in the maintenance, repair and construction of the City's physical plant facilities.</p> <p>SUPERVISION RECEIVED</p> <p>Works under the supervision of the Director Of Public Works</p> <p>.</p> <p>SUPERVISION EXERCISED</p> <p>May exercise supervision over the work of several groups of skilled tradesman, maintenance workers and clerical staff.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>Plans, Organizes and Directs the Programs and Activities of the Bureau.</p> <p>Supervises and schedules a staff of employees engages in: the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical facilities; the alteration, maintenance and repair of, minor construction in, buildings and related structured; the painting of buildings and related structures; and the cleaning of buildings and facilities.</p> <p>Inspects completed projects.</p> <p>Prepares annual bureau budget; administers budget throughout the year.</p> <p>Makes recommendations on the purchase of new equipment or replacement of existing equipment.</p> <p>Plans and directs programs and funding in Capital improvements.</p> <p>Assists in the preparation of specifications for the purchase of building maintenance supplies, materials and equipment.</p> <p>Assures the enforcement of safety rules.</p> <p>Coordinates efforts between the City and outside organizations concerning any special construction projects crews or general project crews.</p> <p>Prepares and directs the preparation and maintenance of necessary records and reports.</p> <p>Assigns personnel and equipment to work projects, providing supervision and direction;</p> <p>Coordinates the use of available equipment, materials and manpower to obtain maximum effectiveness and economy;</p> <p>Check projects for progress and for conformation to work plans and orders;</p> <p>Inspects building, construction, maintenance, repair and recondition sites and gives advice and assistance to the crews;</p> <p>Receives requests for emergency and unscheduled work and arranges for the prompt performance;</p> <p>Supervises the construction of buildings throughout the City;</p> <p>Directs snow removal activities;</p> <p>Enforces safety rules;</p> <p>Keeps records and makes reports</p> <p>Performs related work as may be required.</p> <p>DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <p>(A) Graduation from high school supplemented by building maintenance and construction related courses; or any equivalent combination experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities</p> <p>(B) 5 years experience in supervision</p> <p>(C) Some supervisory experience in construction and maintenance work and completion of standard high school course, preferably completion of supervisory and related courses in building maintenance; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.</p> <p>(D) Equivalent combination of related education and experience</p> <p>Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p> <p>(A) Thorough knowledge of the materials, methods, equipment and practices of building construction and maintenance work</p> <p>(B) Ability to plan, layout, coordinate, inspect and schedule the work of construction and maintenance employees</p> <p>(C) Ability to interpret and work from sketches, pencil layouts and blueprints</p> <p>(D) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, superiors and the general public; good physical condition</p> <p>(E) Good knowledge of modern principals, practices, equipment and materials of the construction and maintenance of buildings and building facilities</p> <p>(F) Ability to plan and supervise the work of skilled tradesman and laborers</p> <p>(G) Initiative in the solution of difficult maintenance and construction problems</p> <p>(H) Considerable experience in building maintenance and construction</p> <p>(I) Considerable experience in the use of techniques and procedures used to maintain and construct modern building and building facilities</p> <p>TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED (list all of the equipment that you use)</p> <p>Requires intensive daily use of personal computer</p> <p>Cell Phone and City Radio system</p> <p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS</p> <p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.</p> <p>The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.</p> <p>WORK ENVIRONMENT</p> <p>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.</p> <p>SELECTION GUIDELINES</p> <p>Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.</p> <p>The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.</p> <p>The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.</p>