Convention Center Operations Supervisor #JR-00884

About the role

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 ideal candidate for this position will be a self-motivated individual who is skilled at leading staff in commercial maintenance responsibilities and who wants to be an integral part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance, system operation and general condition of a public assembly facility and its equipment.
• 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.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the facility, the physical plant, systems, finishes, fixtures, equipment, and grounds.
• Use a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) to generate and track work orders and maintain records of all maintenance activity.
• Train facility staff in the proper and safe operation of facility systems, equipment and tools; maintain a culture of safety in the workplace.
• Perform regular inspections of facility, equipment and systems.
• Monitor and control supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools as necessary; prepare documents for equipment procurement; prepare technical bid specifications for contracted services.
• Plan and coordinate facility maintenance schedules with facility use schedules and avoid conflicts between events and maintenance.
• Support and assist in sustainability initiatives, including but not limited to, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification.
• Coordinate maintenance activity and work cooperatively with Grounds-keeping, Housekeeping and Set-up, Event Services and contractors to ensure facility readiness.
• Provide input on budget items and monitor budget expenditures for utilities, equipment, supplies, contracts and personnel.
• Work a varied schedule based upon event activity/operational needs including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Requires any combination of education (above high school level) and/or experience and training equivalent to a minimum of five (5) years in a facility maintenance position including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role.
• Must have a current and valid Driver's License.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a commercial venue.

Skills

• Supervisory experience
• Facilities maintenance experience
• Knowledge of building trades
• Experience writing technical bid specifications

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Health, dental and vision insurance options
• Wellness program
• Retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• $5,000.00 Hiring Bonus divided into three increments: $1,000.00 upon beginning employment, $1,500.00 upon completing 6 months of employment, and $2,500 upon completing the 12-month probationary period (subject to a repayment agreement)

Pay

Not specified in the posting.

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.
• All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
• Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs.
• Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status.