Facilities Team Leader

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directs and oversees the work of facilities employees involved in building cleaning, system maintenance and repairs to ensure that work meets quality standards and adheres to specifications.
• Responsible for the oversight of facilities contractors as requested by Facilities Manager.

Essential Tasks/Functions/Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the work of the St Johnsbury facilities staff.
• Aid in planning and preparing employee work schedules.
• Communicate regularly with Facilities Manager so that they are apprised of the status of projects and are aware of any upcoming large maintenance issues.
• Take corrective action as necessary to ensure that work performed meets specifications and established standards.
• Cook up repairs using the Facilities Help Desk system to make sure work is done in an efficient and timely manner.
• Ensure that buildings are kept in a clean and orderly condition, are well-maintained and professional in appearance and conform to OSHA guidelines.
• Perform or assist with heavy cleaning duties as necessary which may include sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, vacuuming and shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass and removing rubbish.
• Perform routine maintenance and/or carpentry as needed in a safe and professional manner.
• Maintain all MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) systems, including but not limited to furnace, HVAC and boiler systems, performing routine maintenance activities and coordinating needed repairs.
• Notify Facilities Manager of any needed large or non-routine repairs or maintenance.
• Aid the Facilities Manager as needed with arranging repairs of equipment with vendors, including obtaining and evaluating pricing quotes, ordering parts and arranging repairs.
• Supervise snow removal and landscaping crews at assigned location.
• Participate on Safety Committee as requested by Facilities Manager.
• Ensure that proper safety procedures are followed for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to people or property.
• Ensure staff are properly trained with respect to these safety procedures.
• Be available as needed for emergency repairs, equipment monitoring or special building needs that fall outside of normal working hours.