<p>The Virginia Beach Convention Center exists to facilitate successful experiences by offering a full range of high-quality services and amenities for conventions, professional trade shows, consumer shows and community events. The right candidate for this position will be a self-motivated individual who enjoys a challenging work environment and wants to make a difference in our organization. You will be an integral part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service to our clients and you will be a primary resource responsible for leading staff responsible for the repair and upkeep of the facility.</p> <p>Job duties include the following:</p> <ul> <li>Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm however, work schedule will vary based upon event activity and can include nights, weekends, and holidays. </li><li>Responsible for the maintenance, system operation and general condition of a public assembly facility and its equipment. </li><li>Lead, hire, supervise, schedule, train and participate in the work of staff responsible for facility maintenance; manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment. </li><li>Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the facility, the physical plant, systems, finishes, fixtures, equipment, and grounds. </li><li>Use a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) to generate and track work orders and maintain records of all maintenance activity. </li><li>Train facility staff in the proper and safe operation of facility systems, equipment and tools; maintain a culture of safety in the workplace. </li><li>Perform regular inspections of facility, equipment and systems. </li><li>Monitor and control supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools as necessary; prepare documents for equipment procurement; prepare technical bid specifications for contracted services. </li><li>Plan and coordinate facility maintenance schedules with facility use schedules and avoid conflicts between events and maintenance. </li><li>Support and assist in sustainability initiatives, including but not limited to, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification. </li><li>Coordinate maintenance activity and work cooperatively with Grounds-keeping, Housekeeping and Set-up, Event Services and contractors to ensure facility readiness. </li><li>Provide input on budget items and monitor budget expenditures for utilities, equipment, supplies, contracts and personnel. </li><li>Work a varied schedule based upon event activity/operational needs including days, nights, weekends and holidays. </li><li>Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on then current workloads and department needs. </li></ul> <p>As a City employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, a wellness program, retirement, tuition reimbursement and more.</p> <p>There is a $5,000.00 Sign-On Bonus for newly hired employees. The bonus will be divided into three increments:</p> <ul> <li>$1,000.00 will be awarded in the first paycheck. </li><li>$1,500.00 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month evaluation with an overall performance of "Meets Expectations". </li><li>$2,500.00 will be awarded upon completion of the one (1) year evaluation with an overall performance of "Meets Expectations". </li></ul>